1 week or more
Enjoy the treasures of the Baie de Somme
1 week or more
A week’s vacation on the Baie de Somme is your chance to combine rest and relaxation with the discovery of a remarkable natural and cultural heritage.
By all means, stop for a short while at the Baie de Somme Rest Area: The "Destination Baie de Somme" shop can provide you with helpful information about this distinctive area. Then go see the Atlantic harbour seals with the guides from the Maison de la Baie de Somme et de l’oiseau. For a more laid back outing, take a horse drawn carriage in the Parc du Marquenterre to see its unique fauna and flora from a different vantage point. For a change of pace, take a trip back in time to the workaday world of nineteenth century Picardy at the musée Picarvie to learn about the region’s ancestral traditions.
For a well-deserved rest, let yourself be tempted by a Turkish bath or sauna session at the Belle Dune Aquaclub. Then go see the especially complete plant collection at the Jardins de Valloires, one of the most beautiful gardens in France. Treat yourself to an 18 hole-game of golf or learn how to play golf with a Golf de Belle Dune trained instructor. At the end of your day, return to the serenity of the Cap Hornu Hotel-Restaurant** to take advantage of its recreational equipment.
Whatever you decide to do, the "Destination Baie de Somme" sites guarantee your stay will be unforgettable.
Leisure Stay Alone, as a couple, as a family or with friends, the cap ...
The restaurant For a dinner or a lunch among friends, the cap hornu ...
The rooms Our 91 luxury rooms for 1 to 4 people are equipped with ...
On the banks of the Napoleon Canal, between Abbeville and Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, the Pontoneer house exudes the irresistible charm of yesteryear.
Tours On foot, by bicycle or horseback, set out to discover all the richness of the Baie de Somme.
Maison de la Baie de Somme et de l’oiseau
A true initiation into the natural richness of the Estuary, the Bay of the Somme and Bird House is museum space open to all.
"Le Hourdel" marked walking tour (french only) (PDF / 362.8 kb)
Bicycle rentals From April to September, switch from your car to a bike.
Our Nature Outings Our guides will help you to observe the flora and fauna ...
Seal watching From May to September, visit the largest colony of Atlantic harbour seals in France.
In the heart of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, come and discover the Picarvie Museum and immerse yourself in the life of the Picards of the last century.
Guided tours for groups A guide will be glad to show you around these vanishing ancestral traditions.
Between land and sea , with its 260 ha of dunes, of forests and marshes, Marquenterre Park is a conserved space that will seduce you with its unique landscapes and natural riches.
"Les Crocs" marked walking tour (french only) (PDF / 321.6 kb)
Guided tours Learn how to observe fauna and flora and which places in ...
Introductory tour Our nature guides will lead you to the most interesting parts of the park.
The Bistrot du Marquenterre For large meetings, we offer a hot or cold buffet ...
The Aquaclub offers you lots of activities throughout the year. Take your choice from among adventures with the toboggans, the wave pool, aquatic pleasures with water games: waterfall, whirlpool baths, water jets and the relaxation area with a sauna and a hammam.
"La Dune du Royon" marked walking tour (french only) (PDF / 776.5 kb)
Fitness Aqua gym, sauna, Turkish bath, take advantage of your evenings or week-ends to relax.
The restaurant-bar The bar-restaurant is accessible to everyone and serves healthy snacks!
Services Driving range, approach green, putting greens, clubs, golf carts, traditional or electric caddy carts...
The golf school The teaching centre offers a panel of services and targeted ...
The Lake Restaurant Friendly and warm, it is accessible for golfers and for ...
The Valloires Gardens
Garden center and shop Seeds, specialised books, regional specialities, nest ...
The Gardener’s Table The gardener’s table will awaken your senses; the chef ...
Aire autoroutière de la Baie de Somme
When driving down the A 16 motorway, look out for the windturbine: it is the unmistakable sign that the Baie de Somme motorway service station is coming up.
Bicycle outings Mount a bike to check out the country roads, the coast line and the numerous cycle roads along the shore.
The "Destination Baie de Somme" shop Satisfy your curiosity and prepare your itinerary at the ...
The overlook Gaze out over the Baie de Somme’s magnificent vistas from the terrace.
The windturbine Have a look at this odd, 40 meter high, windturbine. It represents the gateway to the Picardy coast.
Related information
Baie de Somme
The largest estuary in the North of France, criss-crossed by canals, sand banks and salt marshes, it covers a 70 km2 area from the Pointe du Hourdel to the south, and the Pointe de Saint-Quentin-en-Tourmont to the north.
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
Narrow back streets, fortified ramparts, tiny fisherman’s houses, Anglo-Norman villas… the medieval town of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme has been watching over the Baie de Somme for several centuries. Its charms are hard to resist.
Discover Saint Valery sur Somme and Baie de Somme from the sea on board the boat " Le Commandant Charcot ". Visit Commandant Charcot website .
Le Crotoy
A convivial seaside town, Le Crotoy has inspired many artists. Were they enchanted by the incessant bobbing of the port’s fishing and pleasure boats, the vast sandy beach (the only one in the North of France facing due south) or the Turn-of-the-Century villas overlooking the sea?
Cayeux-sur-Mer
A well-known seaside resort at the end of the 19th Century, Cayeux-sur-Mer has preserved its delightful, brightly coloured bathing cabins from that golden age, along with its boardwalk, which stretches for two kilometres above the pebble beach. A unique vestige of Europe’s past.
Ault
Clinging to the cliff, a literal balcony on the sea, Ault’s panoramic views of the Picardy coast are unbeatable. Just a few hundred yards away, the Hâble d’Ault Nature Reserve and the classified Bois de Cise site are great for hiking and making fascinating finds.
Abbeville
The capital of Ponthieu, with its fascinating historical and architectural heritage. 18th Century mansions, Saint-Vulfran, a typical florid gothic collegiate church, half-timbered houses, Alfred Manessier’s multi-colored stained glass windows in the Saint-Sépulcre church, and the Boucher de Perthes belfry and museum: a city full of surprises.
Amiens
The capital of Picardy, an historical city famous for its spa, is sure to fascinate. Its Notre-Dame cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the largest Gothic structures ever built. The Saint-Leu medieval quarter, superbly restored, displays its brightly-painted cottages along the canals. Les Hortillonnages, literally, floating gardens, accessible only by flat-bottomed boat, exude a unique charm.
Noyelles-sur-Mer
Once located on the sea front, Noyelles-sur-Mer has managed to retain its picturesque nature. The gateway to the bay by train, it is located in the hub of the region’s cycling network. It also has the largest Chinese cemetery in France, where homage is paid to the 838 Asian workers who gave their lives during the First World War.
Mers-les-Bains
Reminders of a rich history, the towns of the Côte Picarde still have seaside resorts of significant architectural note, such as the well-preserved area of Mers-les-Bains.
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