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The town of Grand Fort PhilippePlaces to visit in Grand Fort PhilippeGrand-Fort-Philippe is just up the coast from Calais and before you get to Dunkerque. The town is on the banks of the river Aa estuary. This area is full of interesting old buildings, museums, shops. You can try most water sports, sand yachting and river or sea fishing.
Grand Fort Philippe![]() The sea museum is good it tells the history of the port. Local traders still use traditional methods salting, drying and smoking fish over wood fires They smoke salmon herring and mackerel which you can buy in the local shops.
The yacht marina ![]() The town has a market every Monday morning where you can buy local produce. The area is spilt into seven districts we managed to visit four of them. We will go back and visit the other three there is so much to see and do. If you want to stay in the area you will find a wide range of accommodation. There are campsites, Gites, B/Bs, and Hotels to cater for all price ranges. Hotels in the areaWe found this hotel in nearby Gravelines
Best Western Hotel Du Beffroi invites you to discover Gravelines and the surrounding areas. The region owns many tourist-related, gastronomical and historical treasures that all offer you a wonderful French experience. The rooms have cable television, coffee maker, dataports, work desk and 24-hour room service. If you are visiting the area Gravelines makes a good base. Hotel Du Beffroi This channel is used for rowing races ![]() Try a camping holiday in France there are campsites all over France.
You can stay in a tent or a caravan
Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
Cancale at Village Cancalais, Brittany
Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
Check out the deals at Disneyland Paris tickets and HotelsA gite for rent in Brissac-Quincé, nr. Angers
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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Cottage to rent Columbiers-du-Plessis, in the Loire Valley
The farmhouse and cottages of La Returais are part of what used to be a working hamlet in the 16-1700?s. This beautifully restored farm hamlet retains plenty of the original rustic charm with its old oak beams and huge stone fireplaces.
Book this cottage here Hotel De La Vallee Dinard
In the heart of the charming seaside resort of Dinard, the Hotel De La Vallee is a cosy seafront hotel offering comfortable accommodation and a unique view of the Channel. Guest rooms are equipped with en suite facilities and present cosy and elegant spaces. Some have a balcony and others offer an unrestricted view of the sea.
Dried lavender from Provence in handmade bags for sale on our other site Boulogne Cafe
The port of Boulogne is worth a visit lots of shops a good Saturday market and the Sealife centre
Montreuil sur Mer Citidel
CitidelMontreuil Hotel
Visit our new page on the Paris antique markets Cottage to rent
Quiet village location
in the Pas-de-Calais area
Venture into Old Boulogne for restaurants
and shopping or visit the pretty town of
St Omer with its canals and main square.
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Cottage to rent
It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez Le Touquet sand dunes
![]() Biarritz stone bridge
Hotel Metropole Boulogne-sur-Mer
Discover all that Boulogne Sur Mer has to offer with Hotel Metropole as a base. The Hotel Metropole boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. In-room facilities include air conditioning, hair dryer, in room safe, television, bathtub, shower. To suit guests' convenience
Atlantic Hotel Wimereux
With its central location, Hotel Atlantic is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Wimereux. The Hotel Atlantic boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service. In-room facilities include hair dryer, in room safe, separate shower and tub. Guests staying at this Wimereux accommodation can enjoy a wide range of hotel facilities such as elevator, bar/pub, meeting facilities , restaurant, safety deposit boxes, business center, pets allowed. |
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