Enjoy a coastal break in Pas-de-Calais
The Pas-de-Calais region is located in the north-west of France and is ideally situated for a self-drive holiday or long weekend away. Just a short drive from the Calais ferry terminal, you will find yourself transported to a different world.
Pretty villages, historical towns and spectacular beaches prevail in this part of France and the fact it's so easy to reach from the UK makes it even more appealing. If you fancy a stay in an idyllic rural gite Pas de Calais has plenty to choose from, meaning you can enjoy the true French experience just a short distance from home.
Pas-de-Calais is a very scenic region and much of the area remains unspoilt. The north of the region has a stunning coastline with the chalk Caps Blanc-Nez cliffs on the coast facing out across the sea to the White Cliffs of Dover. The cliffs are a great location for photographs.
The busy shipping straits of the English Channel are a hive of maritime activity and it's incredible to sit and watch how many vessels sail past the Caps Blanc-Nez on a daily basis. To the south lies the Boulonnais area with its rich seafaring heritage and fascinating history.
The Boulonnais district has several charming seaside resorts as well as a wealth of stately homes, museums, monuments and parks. A great destination for culture-vultures, the area's maritime history is documented and celebrated at every turn.
Offering a more urban coastal landscape than the areas to the north and south, Boulonnais still has its fair share of stunning beaches. Further along the coast again sits the CCte d'Opale. The outdoor lifestyle takes centre stage here, with long, wide, sandy beaches and crashing waves providing the perfect setting for surfers and water-sport enthusiasts. Many of the stunning bays in the area are protected nature reserves meaning mile after mile of unspoilt, rugged coastline.
The coastal villages and towns in the region provide accommodation and eateries so if you're looking for easy access to the beach this is the area to stay in. When looking for a coastal gite Pas de Calais has many pretty little villages within easy reach of the region's beaches.
Pas-de-Calais is just a ferry-crossing away and its beautiful yet varied coastline makes it the perfect destination for a French gite holiday or short break. Ideal for those who don't relish a long journey or who are pushed for time, the region provides a taste of the real France just across the Channel.