Guernsey (St. Peter Port)

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The British isle of Guernsey lies just eight miles off the coast of France. The second largest of the Channel Islands, Guernsey possesses a mild climate, breathtaking scenery and a peaceful, unspoiled ambience. All these attributes combine to make it a popular destination for British and French vacationers. Once the haunt of sea dogs and pirates, St. Peter Port is one of the prettiest harbors in Europe.

Castles and forts dot the Guernsey coastline, including German fortifications from World War II. The Channel Islands were the only part of the United Kingdom to be occupied by the Nazis.

Note: St. Peter Port is an anchorage port. Passengers transfer to shore by ship's tender.

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Points of Interest

  • Little Chapel
  • Workshops
  • Sausmarez Manor
  • Sark and La Seigneurie
  • Castle Cornet
  • German Occupation Museum and Underground Hospital
  • Herm
  • Coastline of Guernsey

More about Guernsey (St. Peter Port) Points of Interest

  • Little Chapel

    Visit the Little Chapel of Guernsey. Set in the countryside along a tree-lined path sits a miniature church. Made of simple materials, the church is beautifully decorated with pebbles, shells and pieces of colorful broken china.

  • Workshops

    The Gold and Silversmiths Workshops are situated in a converted barn which dates back to 1582. Take in a close-up view of the traditional craft being carried out before your very eyes.

  • Sausmarez Manor

    Enjoy a guided tour of the Sausmarez Manor and experience a time capsule of Guernsey's changing fortunes. View the Tapestry Room, containing King James II's wedding coat, and the Dining Room, which holds a collection of family portraits.

  • Sark and La Seigneurie

    Board the ferry to Sark, one of the last feudal states in Europe. Take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage and explore this island of steep cliffs and rocky coves. Continue on to the superb gardens surrounding La Seigneurie.

  • Castle Cornet

    Built in the 13th century to guard the harbor, the fortress boasts a long and bloody history. Take in the dark dungeons and witness the ancient weapons ranging from crossbows and catapults to muskets and cannons.

  • German Occupation Museum and Underground Hospital

    View a selection of musical instruments, uniforms, weapons and equipment. Continue on to the Underground Hospital. The complex contains a maze of tunnels which cover an area of about 75,000 square feet.

  • Herm

    Less than a square mile in area, Herm is the smallest of the Channel Islands. Travel to the island and see the Herm School and St. Tugual's Chapel. Enjoy the chapel's breathtaking stained glass.

  • Coastline of Guernsey

    The coastline of Guernsey was once home to some of the earliest Neolithic settlers, whose history stretches back thousands of years. Its beauty has long been a source of inspiration for writers and painters.

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