Sangatte Travel Guide

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Things to Do  

Spot the kite!

Spot the kite!, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  So, can you see it? What colour is it? With all that wind it's perfect for kiting! 

Another view

Another view, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  I walked down a little to take this shot back up. 

The view

The view, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  Just an impression of the view south of Cap Blanc-Nez. 

Opal Coast

Opal Coast, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  Because of the white chalk coast at Cap Blanc-Nez, this is called the Opal Coast. Now I didn't get the chance to see this myself because I was on top of it. But it was a reasonably clear day and we could see the other side of the channel where a similar and famous view of... 

The bunker

The bunker, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  Remains of a bunker at the cape. The remnants of another has already fallen down. 

Memorial text

Memorial text, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  'Witness to the great co-operation and true comradeship between the French and British marines during the Second World War.' 

Memorial

Memorial, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  The memorial needle was put up to commemorate the camaderie between French and British navy during the Second World War. 

Cap-Blanc-Nez Pt II

Cap-Blanc-Nez Pt II, Sangatte

 Groentje Says:  This is a monument standing at Cap-Blanc-Nez. Again, just enjoy :-) 

Cap-Blanc-Nez

Cap-Blanc-Nez, Sangatte

 Groentje Says:  I'll let my pictures do the talking. They're better at it than I am :-) 

Hotels  

Cassiopee: Need somewhere to stay?

Cassiopee: Need somewhere to stay?, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  NEED SOMEWHERE TO STAY, for a night or longer? this site is situated by the Town Hall, approx 200mtrs from the seafront, local shops are only minutes away.The site has ample WCs, hot showers and a launderette.Prices are ONLY £10 (approx) per night for a car, tent / caravan... 

Restaurants  

Le Week-end Cafe: A great, local restaurant

Le Week-end Cafe: A great, local restaurant, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  A lovely, very clean, local French restaurant. The restaurant also has a newsagent / tobacconist and a bar within. It is a familly business, and therefore looks after you.Une belle, très propre, restaurant français local. Le restaurant a aussi un newsagent/tabac et dans un... 

Transportation  

Bus to Calais

Bus to Calais, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  Dont fancy driving, do you prefer a glass of wine or beer? then why not try the local bus, No 9 from Sangatte to Calais and back!!!Ne fantaisie affaiblies, préférez -vous un verre de vin ou bière? alors pourquoi ne pas essayer le bus locaux, n° 9 du centre de Calais et... 

Cycling

Cycling, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  It took us quite a while to cover the mere 14.5 kms from Calais to Sangatte (Cap Blanc-Nez). There was a cycling rally going on which had us detouring the tiny country roads all the time. After a while we were in the middle of it! Driving behind one equipe and another behind... 

Ferry

Ferry, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  Driving along the countryside, near Calais, you can see those giant ferries almost towering over the landscape. 

From Calais to Sangatte

From Calais to Sangatte, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  From Calais it is 14.4 kms to Sangatte, where Cap Blanc-Nez is situated. Here's a map.(If you don't see all of it, click the image to enlarge it). 

Local Customs  

Food & Drink

Food & Drink, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  When in Calais, try the locally, freshly caught fish. If your waiting for it to be smoked! have some of the Local Beer, "Les Bourgeoises De Calais" (6.1% Alc.). 75cl bottle is approx £1.20.Be carefull its STRONG stuff.The fish is generaly salmon or mackeral.Quand à Calais,... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

You won't be alone

You won't be alone, Sangatte

 ATLC Says:  Enjoying the sights at Cap Blanc-Nez is something you won't be doing alone. It's windy, a bit cold and very very busy. So if you want to get there, it may take you a little walk, slightly uphill. 

What to Pack  

English Breakfast

English Breakfast, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:   If you love the traditional English, Sausages and bacon. Do not waste your time looking for them in France. (places advertise them but they are not the same).BRING THEM WITH YOU.Si vous aimez le traditionnel anglais, Saucisses et les lardons. Ne pas perdre votre temps à... 

Favorites  

In Sangatte

In Sangatte, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  When in Sangatte, I recommend you visit the "Week-end" cafe, where you will recieve a warm welcome, here you can buy a pack of cigarettes, a beer or enjoy a lovely meal.Around the corner is the Community Hall, which holds many events throughout the year and has a petanque... 

Sangatte market

Sangatte market, Sangatte

 tchenet Says:  If your in Sangatte on a Sunday, I recomend you visit the local market in the Town Square. Where you will find many things for sale, including hot chickens and sausages, fresh plants and flowers, fresh cheeses, fruit and veg. etc.Si votre au Sangatte un dimanche, je recomend... 

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 Sangatte 62 (France) - Welcome to Sangatte, in the Nord pas de Calais region of France (62). Bienvenue au Sangatte, dans le Nord pas de Calais de France (62). I work in London but spend as much time as possible here in... 

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Cap Blanc-Nez

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 The white nose which is what Blanc-Nez means. Very busy spot but the view is magnificent. It is about 15 kms southwest of Calais. 

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Sangatte 62 (France)

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 Welcome to Sangatte, in the Nord pas de Calais region of France (62). Bienvenue au Sangatte, dans le Nord pas de Calais de France (62). I work in London but spend as much time as possible here in... 

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On a beautiful Monday

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 I had to go to Lille last month to go and buy tickets for a concert over there in October (for those of you who'd like to know which concert: it's the one of Placebo - they rule! as well).... 

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