Hauts-de-France

Famous for its majestic Notre-Dame Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the picturesque floating gardens of Hortillonnages, Amiens is a city full of charm and history.

The city of Arras impresses with its magnificent Flemish gable facades on two UNESCO-protected squares, the Grand'Place and the Petite Place, as well as a deep connection to the history of World War I.

The stunning Opale Coast stretches along the English Channel and enchants with dramatic chalk cliffs, wide sandy beaches, and charming coastal towns, perfect for hiking and relaxation.

Dunkerque, a significant port city on the northern French coast, is deeply connected to its maritime history and the events of the Second World War. The city is internationally renowned for "Operation Dynamo" in 1940, its history comprehensively documented at the Musée Dunkerque 1940 Opération Dynamo. You can visit the Port Museum to learn more about the port's development and seafaring, or climb the historic Leughenaer Tower, a former 15th-century lighthouse. The long sandy beach of Malo-les-Bains invites you for walks and offers a contrast to the industrial port area. Culturally, the lively Dunkerque Carnival shapes the city, an annual event of great importance to locals. To explore the history and coastal landscape at your leisure, a visit outside the main season in spring or autumn is recommended. For an authentic insight into the local cuisine, try the regional fish dishes in the harbor restaurants.

The dynamic capital of the Hauts-de-France region boasts Flemish architecture, vibrant squares and a rich cultural scene, making it a major hub in Northern France.