Guînes

Guînes

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownGuînes
Insee code62397
Postcode62340
Latitude50.8683410
Longitude1.8704810
AltitudeFrom 0 to 166 meters
Surface26.42 km²
Population5709 inhabitants
Density216 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townArras (at 102 km, 67 min)Hames-Boucres at 2.6 km (4 min)
DepartmentPas-de-CalaisCampagne-lès-Guines at 4.3 km (5 min)
RegionNord-Pas-de-CalaisSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Guînes is located 15 km from Calais.

It is a city of history. Indeed between Guînes Ardres and ran the famous first meeting between Francis and Henry 8th "The interview of the Field of Cloth of Gold".


SIGHTSEEING

The Clock Tower houses a local museum tells the story very original, interactive and fun. The three themes are the Vikings, the Field of Cloth of Gold and the building of the Clock Tower located on top of a motte historical monument.

You can also visit St. Joseph Village, a reconstructed village and in the years 1900-1950 with a school, a church, a mill. One part is devoted to agricultural machinery of yesteryear.

The museum Emile city, opened the first Sunday of each month from 15h to 18h.

At the heart of the forest, you will discover the Blanchard Column, for Guînes was the landing point in 1785 the first aerial voyage over the sea: it was she who welcomed Blanchard and Jeffries from Dover.

The adventure in the trees, multi-adventure based activities with zip line, mini-golf, walking on strap ...

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Guînes
MonumentsCastle of La Bien-Assise
Natural sitesForest of Guînes

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

May 1: Jumble-flea downtown with podium in the early evening.

Every Thursday in July and August and during the April holidays and All Saints Day: Thursday is walking: a simple formula: Start at 9.30 - the first part of the walk - restaurant - the second part of the ride - back to 16h30 / 17h. Objective: to discover new horizons every week!

The first Friday of August: Night walk: a journey punctuated by surprises along 10 km of storytellers, actors, musicians ... Enjoyable and guaranteed family!

The 2nd and 3rd weekend of October: The Field of Cloth Ripailles: Come relive the show another time a page in the history of France and Europe. François 1er and Henry 8th invite you to their table and tell you the Interview Field of Cloth of Gold!

PHOTOS
Clock Tower - Guînes
 
Trail Tadpoles - Marsh Guînes
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WEATHER
Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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Wednesday 22 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Campanile Calais  
7.1
  SPECIAL OFFER
Calais
Welcome to Calais, charming town of Pas de Calais, known for its Cap Gris Nez and Blanc Nez. Campanile welcomes you in an elegant and contemporary. Space bright colors simple and elegant,...
Located 8.7 km from Guînes19 € per person 
Histoire Ancienne  
8.1
Calais
The Histoire Ancienne is, as its name suggests, an institution in the town of Comte Calais.Patrick, chef and owner, will be happy to welcome you in its beautiful retro bistro with authentic...
Located 10 km from Guînes50 € per person 
Sole Meunière  
9.1
Calais
A few steps from Calais Lighthouse, enjoy a breathtaking view of the harbor while enjoying the culinary delights that offers the Sole Meunière! In the elegant dining room and bright...
Located 10.4 km from Guînes42 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Au petit tambour d'Autingues    
9.2
Autingues
In the lovely green park with a manor, the 18th century. This residence enjoys an ideal tourist, not far from Ardres, and major sites of white and gray nose caps, 1 hour from Lille...
Located 8.7 km from Guînes70 € the double room 
Les Glycines    
9.1
Ferques
In an old farmhouse in 1850, at the entrance of the village you will be greeted by Marie-Dominique and Gerard. Their house is part of the opposite corner 'host' or you will have access...
Located 9 km from Guînes55 € the double room 
Entre caps et marais    
8.9
Alembon
Family Suite located on the first floor of an old ferme. Elle consists of 2 bedrooms and 2 to 3 people and a cot, a bathroom, a kitchenette, a toilet and a relaxation area repas. La...
Located 9.4 km from GuînesFrom 45 € to 50 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Farm for 6 persons
Ferques
House of character out of stone with closed garden of 1100 m². Tout comfort.
Located 8.3 km from Guînes400 € per week 
Gite de charme  
9.3
Rety
Beautiful cottage style cottage 15 minutes from wissant ey wimereux. Fields and woods, near Commerce. 6 bedroom, living room of 50 m ² - fireplace FDB. Lovely garden with outdoor patios....
Located 9.4 km from GuînesFrom 850 € to 900 € per week 
Studio de la Matelote calais port
Calais
Port of Calais in front of Paradise Basin, near the lighthouse in the Building of the stew studio 2-4 people, sleeping with 160-200 beds. Near the Grand National Site. 2 Caps, beach,...
Located 10.5 km from GuînesFrom 200 € to 300 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Les epinettes    
9.2
Peuplingues
At the bottom of a small valley, surrounded by meadows, an ideal place for rest and relaxation. Thanks to its proximity (3 km) all activities related to the sea are possible. You can...
Located 9.6 km from GuînesFrom 11.40 € to 12.40 € per day 
Camping Municipal 'Les Sapins'    
8.9
La Capelle-lès-Boulogne
Common Capelle les Boulogne, a village of over 1,500 souls, with shops, grocery, butcher, bakery, hairdresser, doctor's office... Backed by the forest 'Forêt de Boulogne' where many...
Located 19 km from GuînesFrom 5 € to 6 € per day 
Chateau du gandspette    
10
Éperlecques
Welcome to the Nord - Pas de Calais Camping castle of Gandspette **** - Located in the countryside, 10 minutes north of St Omer, city of art and history, 167 pitches spread over 11...
Located 22 km from GuînesFrom 16 € to 26 € per day 

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HOTELS
Auberge Du Colombier     
8.4
Guînes
Hotel Auberge du Colombier welcomes you in a 19th-century mansion located in Guines. It features an outdoor swimming pool and is surrounded by a large park. The Auberge du Colombier...
Located in GuînesRoom from 55 €
Holiday Inn Calais Coquelles     
8.2
Coquelles
The Holiday Inn Calais Coquelles is located 5.2 km from Calais-Fréthun Eurostar Train Station and just 2.3 km from the Eurotunnel Terminal. Set in 8 acres of parkland, the hotel has...
Located 8.2 km from GuînesRoom from 70 €
Kyriad Calais Sud - Coquelles     
7.6
Coquelles
Kyriad Hotel Calais Sud - Coquelles is located just 3 kilometres from the Calais city centre and is close to the Euro Tunnel. It offers friendly service and free parking. Rooms are...
Located 8.6 km from GuînesRoom from 26 €

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Pas-de-Calais
Holiday Inn Express Arras
Holiday Inn Express Arras is located in the city centre, opposite the train station. It offers air-conditioned rooms, a bar...
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