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The port of Boulogne France



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Places to visit in Boulogne

We visit the port several times a year it makes a good base for touring Northern France.

With its easy access to the A16 motorway and the major roads in the area



  • Boulogne is a busy cross channel port in France.

  • The harbour is right in the city centre. There are several fishing boats that operate from the port as well as the privately owned small boats.

  • The marina has 470 berths. If you head for the marina there is a good car park which is very close to the main shops.

    The busy main street in Boulogne

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    There is a good mix of shops and cafes all in a fairly compact area of 5 to 6 streets. If you still want to shop when you leave the marina car park.

    Head over the bridge onto the four lane road towards the A 16. In about 2 miles you will come to a large retail park with every retail outlet plus a Mac donalds fast food restaurant.

    If you would like to stay in the area and need a hotel try one of these

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    Boulogne marina


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    A cheese cart outside a shop in the main street in Boulogne

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    If you get fed up with shopping then you can go to the sea life centre the largest in Europe. Nausicaa centre is on boulevard Saint Beuve it is near the town beach there are plenty of signs to it.

    When you leave the sea life centre go up the rue de la Baraque de Napoleon.

    Napoleon and his army were camped here in 1803 you can see the gunpowder magazine. There is a small obelisk marking the spot Napoleon awarded the first Legion d Honour on the 16th August 1804.

    Other places to see are the Castle museum and you can walk around the Ramparts The view from the footpath along the wall offers great views across the city.



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    Hotel Faidherbe Boulogne sur Mer

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    There are plenty of Hotels in Boulogne and the nearby areas.This Hotel is in a good central position.

    The Hotel Faidherbe is an elegant hotel located in the centre of Boulogne-sur- Mer, close to the harbour.

    It offer a quality service in a nice and friendly environment.

    Hotel Faidherbe Boulogne sur Mer


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    From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.

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    Cottage rental cancale This delightful complex is made up of 52 recently built comfortable terraced cottages with communal pool and green spaces. The pool has both indoor and outdoor areas as well as free access to jacuzzi and hamman. Laundry on site.

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    A gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers

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    This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away.

    Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.

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    Boulogne Bridge  On the right side of the bridge is the old part of Boulogne. The left side as the large hypermarkets

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