Wissant beach

The coastal area of beaches stretches over a picturesque 12 km. In some places, it gives the impression of a completely untouched by civilization. Tourists from the first minutes of acquaintance are fascinated by the commitment to the traditions of the inhabitants of the local village, the pristine scenery with dunes, forests and cliffs.

There used to be a large port for merchant and passenger ships. Now these places are still used for fishing. Behind the beach, concrete bunkers, preserved after the Second World War, are still preserved. One of them shows visitors the weapons and military uniform of those years.

Places around lakes, formed at the site of sand and gravel mining, are now protected as a conservation area.

Wissant is famous as a key center for water sports lovers. It earned such a reputation thanks to the wind, that did not cease in summer or winter. Various championships are held here in the winter months.

What makes Wissant attractive for vacationers:

• The best place for a family rest. Here great efforts for the development of babies are made. Children, starting from 8-10 years old, can attend kiting lessons.
• Good walking paths, suitable also for older people, people with disabilities.
• Waves make the beach the best place for windsurfing in France.
• Small children and adults have fun flying paper kites into the sky.
• Runaway tourists from high tide can occupy a fairly vast sandy area during low tide.
• One man's trash is another man's treasure. Lovers to bast in the sun and swim in the calm, warm sea may not like being here. In spring and autumn it is especially cool and windy..
• The beach has many parking places (free). Here are the main points of sale of food, water. If travelling to more distant places, it is necessary to bring along everything.
• The village has many bars, restaurants, an excellent food market on Fridays.

Vast beach near the dune

Amont on the north side opens a striking view of Cap Blanc Nez, where huge wild territories are exposed during the low tide. In sunny weather, the area is visible west to Boulogne, and to the north - to the whitest coasts of England. At the top there is a monument to those, killed in the First World War, restored after the Second World War.

Strawanna beach is suitable only for walking and taking air, sun baths. From here there is a beautiful view of Cap Green Nez and the cliffs. Those, who want to fully enjoy the views are desirable to equip themselves with binoculars.

When is the best time to go?

It is possible to relax in France at any time of the year, the time of the trip depends more on your preferences. Summer - a great time to travel to the sea. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, even on the southern French Riviera is not hot weather. In winter , people go to ski resorts in France. It should be be mindful that in summer and winter in France there is a high season, respectively, prices soar. To enjoy the excursions, choose the time from February to April or from September to November, when both in the north and in the south it is not very crowded. If you go to the French Riviera in September, you will never lose: You will find a time when the weather is still warm and the prices are not so high.