The Côte d'Opale — Pas de Calais

The coast of The Pas de Calais in Northern France is known as the Côte d'Opale and the entire Department is known for startling contrasts. From the charming valleys of the Course and Canche, to the Opal coast and to the natural beauty of Cap Griz Nez and the chic town of Le Touquet.

This part of France, a mere twenty something miles from England has so much to offer in that there are three National Parks, stunning Flemish architecture, all types of water-sports, and for the gourmet, there are a tremendous range of restaurants serving traditional dishes made from Regional produce and fresh fish from the sea.

Visit the local shops and supermarkets, you will be amazed at the choice of products and the produce grown locally.

The Pas de Calais Guide will provide you with all the information you with need know when visiting in the area. We make it easier to discover the very best the Department has to offer with detailed information on 18 towns and villages. Also indicating special places of interest, information on regional foods and local markets. There are links to hotels, golf resorts, restaurants, property sales, cottage rental, car hire, travel information and a daily weather forecast from the 'Meteo'.

We are proud to have Regis Lenglos of Mincoin (Literally 'My corner') as our local travel consultant and photographer, Regis lives and breathes the life of the Côte d'Opale which is clearly expressed in the images shown in the Côte d'Opale - Pas de Calais Gazette.

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