The surroundings of the clos
The Opal Coast, the ultimate summer destination, has all the assets and is full of wonders to discover for your next getaway. Kilometers of coastline and extraordinary landscapes that make it a still very affordable tourist destination
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With its unique landscapes, its terroir and its gastronomy, its fishing villages, the Opal Coast has many faces, many colors. It offers visitors a multitude of activities, experiences to live and share.
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Particularly appreciated for its coastline and the beauty of its fine sandy beaches and cliffs, this destination also offers a particularly rich hinterland.
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THE CARNIVAL
The Dunkirk carnival is all the festivities that take place in the Dunkirk agglomeration around Mardi Gras . We distinguish :
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the bands: the carnivalists parade in the streets behind the music (the "clique"), led by a drum major.
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balls: carnival-goers meet at night, in the large halls of the city, to party, by mixing carnival songs and contemporary music, for the benefit of associations (privateers, etc.).
It is also during this period that one can hear the Dunkirk dialect spoken in a very strong way.
BIKE RIDES
Explore the Dunkirk coastline by bike, through towns, marinas, dunes, beaches and forests. From the Belgian border to Gravelines, there are 237 km of cycling facilities that promise you beautiful walks in complete freedom and 100% ecological!
www.dunkerque-tourisme.fr/decouvert/nature-et-randonnees/balades-a-velo
GATHERING
Picking a strawberry or a tomato yourself is the certainty of absolute freshness and picking quality. You choose your fruit or vegetable yourself. We are implementing decreasing prices on the majority of our productions in order to allow all families to eat well at reduced prices. www.cueillettedehoymille.fr
BERGUES
Surrounded by ramparts and canals, the small fortified town of Bergues is dominated by the silhouette of its belfry. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this belfry has a carillon of 50 bells! From the top of this building, a beautiful view of the surrounding countryside awaits visitors. Also to be discovered, the old Saint-Winoc abbey with its square tower, its pointed tower and its garden.
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The old pawnshop, a brick and stone building dating from the 17th century, houses the municipal museum of Bergues. This place exhibits Flemish, French and Italian paintings. www.bergues.fr
