Mont Orgueil Castle, Jersey

Jersey St Martin Vingtaine du Fief de la Reine

A medieval castle that has guarded Jersey's east coast for 800 years, rising above the fishing village of Gorey and its harbour. Explore its maze of stairs, towers and rooms, with views across to France.

Gorey harbour has pubs and seafood restaurants. Jersey's other highlights include the Jersey War Tunnels, built during the German occupation, and Elizabeth Castle, reached on foot at low tide or by amphibious boat.

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At a glance

Kind	Historic sites
Where	Gorey, Grouville.
Cost	Entry fee
Website	jerseyheritage.org

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Jersey

Capital	Saint Helier
Continent	Europe Northern Europe
Population	103,267
Currency	British pound (GBP, £)
Calling code	+44
Time zone	UTC±00 (GMT)

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