by Benoît Diéval | Jan 13, 2023 | Family friendly, On the Opal Coast
Peaceful? Calm? Today it is, but Ambleteuse has not always been this way. The fishing village has forgotten the twists and turns of history, and now only remembers its golden years, those which saw the construction of pretty seaside villas here and there. Even if...
by Benoît Diéval | Dec 7, 2022 | Foodie heaven, On the Opal Coast
From the fishing port of Boulogne-sur-Mer : a visit to a traditional smokehouse This is the story of a family, steeped in ancient values and traditions. Corrue-Deseille is one of the very last traditional fish smoking and salting companies in...
by Benoît Diéval | Dec 7, 2022 | Nature and leisure, Non classé, On the Opal Coast
The GR120, 175 km of walking route in France The “GR” in France stands for Grande Randonnée, they are long-distance signposted walks all over France. They can be followed by visitors for several days. The GR 120 in Pas-de-Calais, also known as the Coastal Trail,...
by Benoît Diéval | Oct 19, 2022 | Around Louvre-Lens, Heritage and discovery, On the Opal Coast, Through the countryside, Unesco
Pas-de-Calais boasts six bell towers – or belfries – that have been raised over the centuries. Symbols of wealth in times past, they are part of our heritage and epitomise our history and the power of their respective towns. Decorated with sculptures...
by Benoît Diéval | Oct 18, 2022 | Arts and crafts, Family friendly, Heritage and discovery, On the Opal Coast
The label that denotes exceptional lace fabrics in France ‘DENTELLE DE CALAIS-CAUDRY’®, AN EXCEPTIONAL LABEL. Lace work from Calais and from Caudry owes its reputation to the production of exceptional fabric woven on Leavers machines. These weaving crafts...
by JimmyBWY | Aug 5, 2021 | Nature and leisure, On the Opal Coast, Partners
1,500 km of cycling discovery route Fresh sea air, lighthouses, beaches, cliffs … When you cycle along La Vélomaritime®, the promise of a maritime experience is kept. But there’s more to it! The 1,500 km of cycle route also allows you to discover the riches of a...
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