Camiers between the sea, nature and history
Accommodation in Camiers
Camiers is by the sea and offers fine sand and sea air. The landscape also includes dunes, coastal forests and wetlands, so the coastal environment is not limited to the beach. If you are looking for a hotel for your stay, these different features can help you choose your destination. Beach activities, natural areas and history give you concrete themes to consider when planning your trip.
Natural areas and trails
The Baie de Canche National Nature Reserve includes Camiers and protects an area with exceptional animal and plant diversity. The Domaine du Rohart, a natural area of around twelve hectares, is also located in the commune. It brings together woodland habitats and reed beds and is home to more than 180 plant species. The Domaine includes a one-kilometre boardwalk. The area figure describes the size of the natural area, while the trail length refers to a specific route.
The Baie de Canche Nature Reserve has three trails, including a 10.7-kilometre section of the GR du Littoral. The boardwalk at the Domaine du Rohart is one kilometre long. For choosing a route by length, the short boardwalk is therefore a clear contrast to the much longer GR section.
Sea and activities
At Sainte-CĂ©cile beach, land sailing takes place at low tide. Sea kayaking is offered as a visitor activity in Camiers-Sainte-CĂ©cile. In Sainte-CĂ©cile, longe-cĂ´te is available year-round in sessions supervised by professionals. The timing conditions differ: land sailing is tied to low tide, while longe-cĂ´te is offered throughout the year.
At the two lifeguard stations on Camiers-Sainte-CĂ©cile beach, adapted equipment and trained staff are available for people with disabilities or reduced mobility. Operating conditions may vary by season. Check the current conditions before your visit.
Churches, lighthouse and remembrance
The Chapelle Saint-FĂ©licien is located on Rue des Lys in Camiers-Sainte-CĂ©cile-Plage. The Notre Dame de la Mer church was built on the eve of the First World War. Its bell tower is 40 metres high, and a bronze rooster stands at its summit.
The Phare Armand marks the entrance to the Baie de Canche. The memorial area on Rue John Mc Crae in Camiers features a large-format exhibition that is free to visit. Through portraits, first-hand accounts from Canadian nurses and Commonwealth doctors, maps and diocesan archives, it presents the role and significance of the commune during the First World War. The portraits and first-hand accounts give the presentation personal voices, while the maps and diocesan archives add further historical perspectives.
The church and exhibition focus on different periods: the church was built on the eve of the war, while the exhibition examines the commune’s role during the First World War.
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For the broader travel overview: Pas-De-Calais.
