A medieval chapel sits on top of the prehistoric mound that dominates this tranquil and spiritual site. Hidden inside the mound is a large and well-preserved passage grave, considered one of Europe's finest dolmen examples. Enter the narrow passage that will take you to the heart of this ancient place of worship and imagine the lives of a community that gathered here over 6,000 years ago.

Ancient treasures are waiting to be discovered in the geology and archaeology museum on site, including coin hoards, axes, swords and spears.

Also on site, a command bunker built during the German Occupation houses a unique memorial to the memory of the slave-workers in the Channel Islands during the Second World War.

La Hougue Bie has a large picnic area where you can enjoy a day out amongst the beautiful and peaceful surroundings.

Information

Opening times

La Hougue Bie is now closed for the winter and will re-open on 1 April 2010.

Address

La Route de la Hougue Bie, Grouville, JE2 7UA

For more information call +44 (0)1534 633373

Admission

2010 prices available soon

Payment

On arrival, by cash (Sterling or Euros accepted), credit/debit card (not Diners Club or American Express) or cheque (with banker’s card)

Organised groups

Booking is essential call +44 (0)1534 633300

Entrance and parking

Car park on site

Buses and cycle routes

Bus route 3a and Island Explorer green route

Jersey cycle routes 3 and 8

Refreshments

Hot and cold drinks and ice creams available

Gift Shop
The Jersey Heritage gift shop, selling gifts and souvenirs relating to site and to Jersey is located on site and is open to visitors and non-visitors.

Access arrangements

There is limited disabled access at the site

Dogs

No dogs allowed, except Guide Dogs

More information on La Hougue Bie

To find out more about Ogier's sponsorship of La Hougue Bie's green management click here.  La Hougue Bie (Visitor Attraction) has achieved a Silver level in the Green Tourism Scheme , for more information on the scheme please go to the website.