From Bray-Dunes in Nord to Berck-sur-Mer in Pas-de-Calais, the Opal Coast offers a landscape of superb sandy beaches, dunes, cliffs, unspoilt coasts, charming villages and seaside resorts. 120 kilometres of coastline that's ideal for relaxation, a change of scene, sports on land and water, and walking.
In Pas-de-Calais, the beaches are the undisputed stars of the Opal Coast. You can enjoy all sorts of activities there like swimming, shellfish-gathering or sand yachts. Look at them rushing along, driven by the wind! And then look up to the sky and admire the ballet of the kites. An unmissable spectacle when you are in the region.
A protected natural area, the Great Site of the Two Capes (Grand Site des Deux Caps) is another must-see on the Opal Coast. It encompasses Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez, majestic cliffs jutting out into the sea. Roam along one of the site's hiking paths and enjoy stunning views of the coast.
Other beautiful preserved natural sites will also delight nature lovers, like the Bay of Authie, where seals like to bask, and dunes offering superb views.
Explore the area from seaside resorts to villages, to discover its architectural and historical wonders. We should mention Le Touquet-Paris-Plage and Wimereux for their splendid Belle Époque houses, Ambleteuse and its fort built by Vauban in the 17th century, Boulogne-sur-Mer and its old town, and the fortified town of Montreuil-sur-Mer. On foot or by bike, pass the vast meadows where sheep graze, or the pine forests exuding delightful scents.
In the Nord department, the seaside resorts of Bray-Dunes and Malo-les-Bains welcome you for a relaxing stay. More athletic visitors will enjoy the kitesurfing, speed sailing or sand yachting.
