Cherbourg, France

Cruise Port

Cherbourg

Former municipality in Manche, France.

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Overview

Cherbourg is a cruise port in France. It lies on the coast at approximately 49.63, -1.62.

About Cherbourg

Cherbourg is a former commune and subprefecture located at the northern end of the Cotentin Peninsula in the northwestern French department of Manche. It was merged into the commune of Cherbourg-Octeville on 28 February 2000, which was merged into the new commune of Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on 1 January 2016.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Cherbourg — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Cherbourg

Cherbourg
Cherbourg
Cotentin Peninsula
Cotentin Peninsula
Montagne-du-roule
Montagne-du-roule
NormandieExpress
NormandieExpress

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 21°C in Jul and coolest around 9°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
9°
5°
Feb
10°
5°
Mar
12°
6°
Apr
12°
6°
May
16°
9°
Jun
20°
13°
Jul
21°
14°
Aug
21°
15°
Sep
20°
14°
Oct
17°
12°
Nov
12°
8°
Dec
10°
6°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Cherbourg the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Cherbourg, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →