Discover Neufchâtel-Hardelot

Neufchâtel-Hardelot combines a beach on the Opal Coast with protected dunes, marked hiking trails and opportunities for active days. There is also horse riding, water sports, two golf courses and a historical walk showcasing the area’s architectural heritage. If you’re looking for a hotel, you can base your choice on whether you want to focus on the coastal scenery, outdoor activities, sports or culture during your stay.

Beach, dunes and hiking trails

From Hardelot Beach, hikers can access two protected dune areas on the Opal Coast. If you want to explore the coast and its dune landscape, this offers a specific starting point for your stay. The protected areas give this part of the coast a distinctive natural character.

Neufchâtel-Hardelot has five marked hiking trails. They pass through landscapes between the countryside and the coast, range from 2.2 to 8 kilometres in length, and vary in difficulty. The trails can therefore be distinguished by two factors: their length and the level of challenge. Before setting out, check the trail markers and local conditions.

The Océanie Trail is 2.2 kilometres long and accessible to people with reduced mobility. Its stated accessibility is a separate point of reference alongside the general information about trail lengths and difficulty levels. Before your visit, check the trail surface and any temporary conditions.

Horse riding and water sports

The Hardelot Equestrian Centre offers riding lessons and week-long courses, as well as rides in the forest and on the beach. The activities differ both in format—lessons, courses or rides—and in the settings specified for the rides. Activity times may change, so check the latest information before your visit.

The Hardelot Nautical Club is based at the Georges-Pernoud water sports centre. Its activities include catamaran lessons, courses, regattas and rentals. If you’re interested in these activities, note that seasonal access may vary and check the latest conditions when planning.

Two golf courses with distinct features

Neufchâtel-Hardelot offers a choice of two 18-hole courses. Both are the same size; their described distinguishing features are their history and the landscapes that define each course.

Golf des Pins is set in a forest and was laid out in 1934 by British architect Tom Simpson. Golf des Dunes opened in 1991 and offers views of lakes, dune hills and wooded valleys. The comparison therefore comes down to different aspects: Golf des Pins is characterised by its historic design and forest setting, while Golf des Dunes is known for the landscape views mentioned. This can help you decide in advance which of these features better suits your interests.

Explore the architectural heritage on foot

The Neufchâtel-Hardelot Historical Circuit is a walking route where you can admire the architectural heritage of the seaside resort. It adds a cultural perspective on the town to its nature and sports activities. If you’d like to include architecture in your trip alongside the coast and activities, this walk offers a dedicated way to do so.

Discover more destinations: Montreuil-Sur-Mer, Wisques, Hernicourt, Douriez, Isques, Arras, Gauchin-Verloingt, Gouy-Saint-André

For the overview of the wider area: Pas-De-Calais.