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Boulogne-sur-Mer
Location:.37km
SW of Calais
General Information:
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Description: The town of Boulogne has much to keep the whole family
occupied, whether you are in the area on holiday or just visiting on a
day trip.
The upper part of the town is worth taking some time
to explore, especially the narrow streets around the 13th
century castle and the fortifications themselves. It is possible to walk
right around the old walls (there is even a childrens’ playground) with
magnificent views over the newer part of the town and beyond. The newer
part of the town (nearer to the harbour area) has good shopping and
restaurants to suit all budgets. Market days are Wednesday and Saturday
mornings in the main square – Place Dalton. Probably Boulogne’s most
famous shop is that of Philippe Olivier where cheeses from all over
France can be bought. This is at 43 rue Thiers. Nearby is Les Chocolats
de Beussent at 56 rue Thiers, the retail outlet for the
chocolate
factory which can be visited for tours in Beussent in the Vallée de la
Course.
Our recommendations:
With the arrival of the high speed
ferry –
Speed Ferries into Boulogne and the opening of the new link from the
port to the autoroute, Boulogne once again is an excellent destination
for a day trip.
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