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Two hours from Paris, a village of 300 residents guards the gateway to one of Europe's largest bird sanctuaries. At the park observatories of the Parc du Marquenterre, visitors can spot white spoonbills and gray herons. On the nearby dunes, golden-coated Henson horses graze freely before carrying riders for a gallop along the beaches of the Baie de Somme. Out here, nature sets the pace.
In 1066, William the Conqueror waited here for the winds that would change the course of English history. Today, this medieval town perched above the Baie de Somme draws travelers looking to slow down. You will find alleyways lined with hollyhocks, a fisherman's quarter with colorful facades, and a shifting light that draws in photographers. Harbor seals lounge on the sandbars while a small steam train chugs across the estuary. It is a quiet escape just two hours from Paris.
Le Crotoy sits on the north bank of the Baie de Somme, just a two-hour trip from Paris. This fishing village features the only beach in northern France with a south-facing orientation. You can watch seals lounge on the sandbanks and thousands of migratory birds stop over in an area where the shifting light has drawn artists for generations. It is a raw, coastal escape that feels miles away from typical tourist crowds.
The small town of Cayeux-sur-Mer is charming, even though it is not very big. I especially recommend going to admire the famous colorful beach huts found on the beach, as there are hundreds of them. T…
The small town of Cayeux-sur-Mer is charming, even though it is not very big. I especially recommend going to admire the famous colorful beach huts found on the beach, as there are hundreds of them. They really call to mind the town's past during the Belle Epoque. You can do plenty of activities there, and I loved trying out land sailing.
The small town of Quend, in the Baie de Somme, is super pleasant. You can find pretty villas there in the Belle Epoque style. For my part, I especially loved the beach with its typical beach huts. The…
The small town of Quend, in the Baie de Somme, is super pleasant. You can find pretty villas there in the Belle Epoque style. For my part, I especially loved the beach with its typical beach huts. The beach is really nice for walking with the family no matter the season.
If you are visiting the Baie de Somme, I highly recommend heading over to Mers-les-Bains. The city has preserved some stunning Belle Epoque style villas. These very colorful houses are impeccably main…
If you are visiting the Baie de Somme, I highly recommend heading over to Mers-les-Bains. The city has preserved some stunning Belle Epoque style villas. These very colorful houses are impeccably maintained. It is the perfect spot for taking some beautiful photos. The beach is also pleasant and vast.
Saint-Valery is a must-visit in the Baie de Somme. The town is very pretty and pleasant, and you just feel good there. You can walk around the center and discover the different neighborhoods. Parts of…
Saint-Valery is a must-visit in the Baie de Somme. The town is very pretty and pleasant, and you just feel good there. You can walk around the center and discover the different neighborhoods. Parts of the walls still remain in the upper town. During the nice season, the town is very lively.
For my part, I found the small town of Le Crotoy very pretty. You can get there using a little steam train between Saint Valery and Le Crotoy, which is a great activity to do with the family. The cent…
For my part, I found the small town of Le Crotoy very pretty. You can get there using a little steam train between Saint Valery and Le Crotoy, which is a great activity to do with the family. The center is well preserved with typical seaside buildings in the Belle Epoque style.
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