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Wissant a seaside villagePlaces to visit in the seaside village of Wissant photos and guideWissant is an old seaside village on the Cote d Opale France. It is about 10 miles from Calais The village centre can be seen in the first photo. If you walk down the street and turn left the beach is just 100yds.
The main street in Wissant  Fishing boat  The fishermen bring the boats right into the centre of the village. You can buy the fish straight off the boats It dose not get much fresher than that. The village has the usual mixture of shops, cafes and restaurants. I also notice some hotels and B/Bs you could rent a Gite as well. The tourist office was helpful and spoke English.
Old mill  An old mill in the village centre as been turned into a heritage centre. Inside the mill is pinewood and cast iron machinery. You can smell the wax and flour from its working life. After the museum we went down to the beach you can walk or take the car. There is parking almost on the beach we had a picnic in the sand dunes. Or you can go to one of the cafes overlooking the sea. The beach at Wissant We always stay in a gite. This is a good way to live like the locals and enjoy the French lifestyle. It is also good value more so if several of you go together if you would like to stay in a Gite try here Gites to rentTry P&O for your Dover to Calais ferry A short video of the beach at Wissant Just click on the arrow to play this video. If you have a dial up or slower Internet connection, click on the pause button after starting the video and let it load all the way so the video plays through without any problems. 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.
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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
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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
Wissant the road down to the beachThe village of LicquesThe village is in the Hem valley there are several nice villages in the valley which is only a short drive away
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Normandy Gite to rent
Set at the end of a peaceful country lane with amazing views into the valley, is this pretty, spacious detached holiday cottage. Lovingly refurbished, featuring beams throughout and a garden and terrace from which the spires of Le Mont St Michel are visible on a clear day Boulogne market
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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.
