Things to do in Côte d'Opale: the must-see sights

Area guide · Hauts-de-France · 4 places to discover

A wild coast facing England, the Côte d'Opale owes its name to the changing reflections of its light, between white chalk cliffs, dunes and beaches swept by the winds of the Channel.

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The 4 must-see places in Côte d'Opale

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Cap Blanc-Nez Must-see

A chalk cliff rising to 134 metres, offering a view of the English coast on clear days, an emblematic site of the Grand Site des Deux-Caps.

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Cap Gris-Nez Must-see

The closest point to England, just 28 km away, with its dark cliffs and heavy maritime traffic observable from coastal trails.

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Grand Site des Deux-Caps

A protected natural area between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez, one of the finest coastal landscapes in France, crossed by hiking trails.

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Beaches of the Côte d'Opale

Vast wind-swept sandy beaches, popular with land-sailing and kitesurfing enthusiasts.

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