Sangatte

Sangatte

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TownSangatteCoquelles at 3.9 km (4 min)
Insee code62774Escalles at 4.3 km (4 min)
Postcode62231Peuplingues at 4.8 km (5 min)
Latitude50.9466960Bonningues-lès-Calais at 7.5 km (8 min)
Longitude1.7566650Calais at 8.5 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 0 to 151 metersFréthun at 9.5 km (10 min)
Surface14.28 km²Nielles-lès-Calais at 9.8 km (11 min)
Population4779 inhabitantsWissant at 10.2 km (10 min)
Density334 inhabitants/km²Pihen-lès-Guînes at 10.2 km (12 min)
National labelSaint-Tricat at 10.3 km (11 min)
Chief townArras (at 117 km, 68 min)Hervelinghen at 10.4 km (11 min)
DepartmentPas-de-CalaisSaint-Inglevert at 11.3 km (10 min)
RegionNord-Pas-de-CalaisSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

The first centuries of the strategic situation Sangatte was already known to the early centuries of our era as the city, then known as the "Sclives", was the culmination of an important Gallo-Roman road, which still exists Today, the path of Leulène. It crosses the "Black-hopping" and connects Peuplingues.

Major events: the recent history of the town was well marked by its unique geographical position as it enjoyed in its territory, in a little less than a century, two attempts at digging a tunnel under the Channel, the digging the gigantic manhole, the first fruits of the tunnel current course and the first crossing of the Channel by Louis Blériot.

The feat of July 25, 1909: so that in 1909 the town of Sangatte Blériot-Plage entered history. Springing from a plain which is now the College, the famous aviator, Louis Blériot crossed the Channel for the first time in 37 minutes. This tremendous feat was a springboard to notoriety Sangatte Blériot-Plage and allowed him to enter the first letters of nobility. A stele was erected in Bleriot-Plage in memory of this victory. Another statue is on the road course, that of Hubert Latham, the unsuccessful competitor of Louis Blériot who also tried to cross the strait in an airplane.

The Channel Tunnel: officially opened May 6, 1994, the Channel Tunnel (or Eurotunnel) linking France to England in 35 minutes, measuring over 50 km long, 8 feet wide and has in fact two separate tunnels, one for each direction of movement and a central service tunnel. After several failed attempts, including that of Napoleon in 1875 wells along the cliffs Sangatte and the latest in 1973 the idea of digging a tunnel under the Channel was relaunched in 1984. Of the four proposals, the closest project in 1973 was chosen, which was announced January 2, 1986. The British and French governments signed the same year the Treaty enshrining this solution. For years, an impressive site stands a few hundred yards from the church Sangatte, including the manhole, which is now used for ventilation. Today, the Eurotunnel shuttles transport every day by all time thousands of passengers and hundreds of trucks in terms of comfort and optimum safety. Find more information on the history of this site on the website of the Association of Builders of the Channel Tunnel.

At the gate of the Parc Naturel des Caps et Marais d'Opale, between Calais and Boulogne-sur-Mer, Sangatte Blériot-Plage, a charming small resort located in the heart of an exceptional natural environment, home to the majestic Cape Blanc Nez.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The resort Sangatte Bleriot-Plage
  • The Cap Blanc Nez:
  • Listed site since 1987, he has kept his wild side and combining authentic, in a beautiful harmony, land, sea and sky.
  • The operation "Grand National Site 2 Caps" being conducted and which aims to preserve this environment requires work. Parking areas will be established to regulate the many visitors and secure the premises, which are certainly the most surprising to discover in the Nord Pas de Calais.
  • The imposing cliffs of Cap Blanc Nez rises to 134 meters. Vantage point of vessel traffic in the strait, the summit offers stunning views of the English cliffs and the coast towards Calais and Cape Gris Nez. Over a million visitors eager for fresh air and wide open crowd each year to enjoy the scenery and the natural character of this essential site of the Opal Coast.
  • The stele Louis Bleriot: located on the RD 940 in the village of Bleriot-Plage, this stele was erected by the aérolub de France in memory of Louis Blériot, the famous aviator.
  • A monument in memory of Hubert Latham advocates proudly out of Sangatte, just before the Cap Blanc Nez.
  • The Black Mottes: on the heights of Sangatte, paths dot the place that connects the town to Peuplingues and majestic site of Cap Blanc Nez. The followers of hiking and mountain biking are feasting on the green lung of the coastline.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Sangatte
Leisure centresBeach of Blériot-Plage,   Beach of Sangatte
MonumentsFort Lapin,   Fort Nieulay
Natural sitesCape Blanc-Nez

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Flea of Sangatte: last weekend of June
  • Ball and fireworks at Sangatte: July 13
  • Rummage Sale, Dance and Fireworks: August 16
  • Numerous summer events
  • Motocross on the last Sunday of July
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RESTAURANTS 
Aquar'Aile  
9.4
Calais
Located on the 4th floor of the residence 'Les Ridens' of waterfront Calais, Aquaraile, panoramic restaurant, invites you to discover the views of the harbor and the sea Throughout...
Located 5.5 km from Sangatte60 € per person 
Le Sybilien  
10
Calais
Views over the water - It is here, in front of the pier, overlooking the sea, that you will place Sybilien the traditional French restaurant in Calais. A warm and elegant atmosphere,...
Located 6.5 km from Sangatte41 € per person 
Au Côte d'Argent  
8.7
Calais
Discover the restaurant Au Côte d'Argent, facing the sea and the dam of Calais. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the incessant Channel traffic. All team hotel welcomes you warmly wise cuisine...
Located 6.5 km from Sangatte47 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Kerloan    
9.6
Sangatte
Kerloan is located 50 m from a beautiful beach and just 5 km from Cap Blanc Nez.  Our house has 5 bedrooms, all equipped with shower and toilet. Garden and terrace to the south, private...
Located in SangatteFrom 70 € to 110 € the double room 
Villa 'vent d'bout'  
Blériot-Plage
We welcome you to 'vent end', our villa, which we created in early 2007, three guest rooms in the marine atmosphere. Arranged on the second floor, each guest room has a bathroom with...
Located 5.1 km from SangatteFrom 72 € to 79 € the double room 
Violette et bruno  
Leulinghen-Bernes
At the heart of the 2 Caps. Cap Blanc Nez and Gris Nez Caps. Near Wissant and its sandy beach. Violet and Bruno. Prepared two beautiful guest rooms carefully.
Located 12.7 km from Sangatte68 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
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 6.8 km from SangatteFrom 200 € to 300 € per week 
House for 6 persons
Wissant
Nice house with a capacity of six persons, three bedrooms, fully fenced garden overlooking the woods. Excellent comfort and very good equipment. Gas central heating and wood burning...
Located 9.9 km from SangatteFrom 475 € to 750 € per week 
Farm for 6 persons
Ferques
House of character out of stone with closed garden of 1100 m². Tout comfort.
Located 12.3 km from Sangatte400 € 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 3.9 km from SangatteFrom 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 24 km from SangatteFrom 5 € to 6 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Deltaplane    
6.8
Sangatte
Located in Blériot Plage, Le Deltaplane is just 150 metres from the beach and 3 km from Calais centre. It offers basic accommodation, equipped with TV and free Wi-Fi access. Le Deltaplane’s...
Located in SangatteRoom from 42 €
Les Dunes     
7
Sangatte
Located in Bleriot-Plage, the Dunes Hotel is 3 km from Calais and a 5-minute walk from the beach. It is provides en suite accommodation with free Wi-Fi internet access. Each guest room...
Located in SangatteRoom from 64 €
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 3.4 km from SangatteRoom from 26 €

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