15. Guinguette Trail – Starting point: Tourville-sur-Pont-Audemer Town Hall

Set among valleys and Norman orchards, this demanding and hilly route offers a rewarding walk punctuated by panoramic views and the ever-present influence of water.

The trail repeatedly opens onto sweeping views over the valleys of the Risle, the Sébec and the Tourville, offering ample reward for the effort required by the many climbs.

Water is a constant companion throughout the walk. Springs, small streams to cross, and, right from the start, the moats of the Château de Tourville, still filled with water and fed by clearly visible springs behind the building, all contribute to the character of the route.

The grounds of the Château de Tourville, dating from the 19th century, are now home to a private agricultural school, complete with an educational farm and accommodation for groups.

In front of the town hall stands a turbine that recalls the ingenuity of the Count of Tourville. At the end of the 19th century, he installed this machine, powered by the waters of the Sébec, to generate his own direct-current electricity. It supplied power to the château and several village houses long before alternating current became widespread.

Nearby, the communal cider press, rebuilt in 2008, hosts village events throughout the year, including the Apple Festival held every October—an ideal opportunity to extend the experience of this delightful walk.