
Just a short hop from England lies a region of contrasting landscapes
Nord-Pas de Calais is home to woods, rolling meadows and a varied coastline which stretches as far as the eye can see. An ideal destination to relax on a beach is Le Touquet, with its sand dunes and sandy beaches.
Art and architecture lovers should look no further than Lille - the French Flanders. Take in the cobbled squares and narrow streets and why not pay a visit to Le Palais des Beaux-Arts, where you'll find some of Monet and Renoir's works.
For a taste of the heritage and traditions held dear to France this region is a fine example. Fairs, fêtes and festivals are a part of daily life in Nord-Pas de Calais. While a wealth of heritage can be seen from the numerous monuments, museums and historic cities - St Omer for instance.
The beautiful town of Arras is the capital of the Pas-de-Calais with a population of 43,000.
arras »A fabulous destination with a rich mix of historical value and old fashioned fun.n
boulogne »This peaceful little town has retained its Renaissance image and is situated in the heart of
hesdin »The capital of French Flanders, Lille sits grandly at the crossroads between French Flanders and Champagne country.
lille »This traditional town in Northern France contains churches, chapels, mansions and picturesque streets within its beautiful stone walls.
montreuil »A town which has artfully combined its textile tradition and modernity and dynamism
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