France
Visit the coastal area near Belgium and France for a close look at sea and shore.
Coastal travel destination near Belgium
The stretch around Dunkirk and the Belgian coast features beaches, ports and tram links that connect towns along the shore.
See shrimp fishing on horseback in Oostduinkerke, a practice on UNESCO lists, and ride the Kusttram that runs 67 km along the coast.
Plan stops at beach towns and harbor areas and check schedules for connections; it pays to know the timetable before you go.
Local weather in France
SPRING
mild & temperate
SUMMER
warm & sunny
Autumn
mild & temperate
WINTER
cool
Top destinations on the coast of France
Dunkerque
Gravelines
Ambleteuse
best places to visit in France
These popular destinations have a lot to offer for you next holiday or city break.
Popular things to do or visit
Walk along promenades at Dunkirk or set out from coastal stations to reach dunes and marsh areas by foot or tram. A visit can include maritime museums, harbor walks and market squares where fishers bring catch to shore.
Try a ride on the coastal tram for a full stretch of coastline, and note that shrimp fishing on horseback in Oostduinkerke follows a season and method that draws visitors who want to observe a craft in action. Off the beaten track, small ports hold working boats and nets that tell a story of sea and work.
- Beach walk and dune route
- Coastal tram ride
- Harbor walk and fish market
- Shrimp fishing on horseback viewing
For planning, search for travel destination guides, things to do or visit lists and best hotel in search results to compare options and make reservations that match your travel window.
One light travel remark: check tram times and market hours before you set out.
Hotels in the Belgian coast area
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