Strande i Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie

Coastal Beach Escapes

This collection features the diverse coastline of Hauts-de-France, ranging from the historic sandy shores of Malo-les-Bains to the 134-meter-high chalk cliffs of Cap Blanc Nez. The list includes urban beaches with modern promenades in Calais and Boulogne-sur-Mer, alongside specialized locations like the clothing-optional dunes of Blériot-Plage and the inland leisure resort of Axo'Plage near Monampteuil.

A

Plage de Malo-les-Bains

Wide sandy beach lined with 19th-century villas. It served as a primary site for the Dunkirk evacuation during World War II.

B

Cap Blanc Nez

Chalk cliffs offering views of the English Channel and the White Cliffs of Dover. The site contains World War II bunkers and a Dover Patrol monument.

C

Plage de Boulogne-sur-Mer

Sandy beach located next to the harbor and Nausicaá National Sea Centre, featuring a promenade and seasonal beach huts.

D

Calais Beach

Broad sandy shoreline with a renovated promenade, offering views of cross-channel ferries and proximity to the Calais lighthouse.

E

Blériot-Plage

Named after aviator Louis Blériot, this coastal area features extensive sand dunes and designated sections for naturism.

F

Axo'Plage

Lakeside beach resort at Monampteuil featuring 10 hectares of parkland, sports facilities, and a supervised swimming area.