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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...
ATLC Says: 'Witness to the great co-operation and true comradeship between the French and British marines during the Second World War.'
ATLC Says: The memorial needle was put up to commemorate the camaderie between French and British navy during the Second World War.
Cassiopee: Need somewhere to stay?
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...
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 bar. C'est une entreprise familly, et donc semble après vous.
Favorite Dish: The chicken and chips ( le poulet et frittes) is very good, 1/2 a chicken, chips and salad.
Updated Jul 19, 2007
Address: 100 metres past the Town Hall
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...
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...
ATLC Says: Driving along the countryside, near Calais, you can see those giant ferries almost towering over the landscape.
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).
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, essayez la localement, fraîchement poissons. Si votre pour attendre à être fumé! ont certains de la section locale Beer, "Los Bourgeoises De Calais" (6.1 % Alcool.). 75cl bouteille est approx 2.00E.
Updated Jul 19, 2007
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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.
Written Jun 10, 2005
Miscellaneous: 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 chercher en France. (publicité endroits mais ils ne sont pas les mêmes).
ELLES BRING AVEC VOUS.
Other items we find hard to find are, Marmite, baked beans, lard,
Updated Jul 20, 2007
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...
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...
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.
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...
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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