The must-see tour of Calais

Also on the seafront, come and discover the new facilities: gazebos, rest and work-out areas, solariums and games for children as well as the largest skatepark in Hauts-de-France.

The seafront is the perfect place for families.

And the walk can end with a snack by the sea: a crêpe, an ice cream, chips? The choice is yours.

Take a stroll through the museum of fine arts in Calais and you’ll see Rodin’s preparatory work for the creation of his famous sculpture The Burghers of Calais.

This is the episode involving the sacrifice of six dignitaries to save the lives of the population on the verge of being conquered by the English during the 100 Years’ War, which Rodin immortalised in bronze. This famous sculpture can be seen in front of the town hall.

Furthermore, a vast collection of paintings, sculptures, watercolours, drawings and photographs from the 16th to the 21st century can be discovered on the museum’s brand new tour.

Calais is famous for its lace, and the Cité de la dentelle et de la mode (City of Lace and Fashion) is there to showcase this expertise in lace weaving on looms.

Come and admire the work of these enormous looms that produce the delicately patterned lace, and take a stroll through the gallery of models designed by leading couturiers and young designers.

Another must-see in Calais is a visit to the lighthouse. Two hundred and seventy-one steps await you, but the climb offers a fine reward: a panoramic view of the town, the sea and the port.

An unforgettable view of the activity of this port town.