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Côte d’Opale Trek

Name: Côte d’Opale Trek
Brand: Bookatrekking
Price: 325.00 EUR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (1611 reviews)

Duration: 5 days

Trails: T2 trails

Distance: 15 - 20 km per day

Ascent per day: 0 - 250 m ascent per day

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> Hike the Côte d’Opale in 3 days
> Stay in comfortable seaside accommodations
> Discover cliffs, dunes, and fishing villages

Discover the beauty of the northern French coast on the Côte d’Opale Trek. Starting at Cap Blanc-Nez, the route takes you along impressive chalk cliffs, wide sandy beaches, and charming villages such as Wissant and Ambleteuse, before finishing in Boulogne-sur-Mer. Each stage offers panoramic views over the Channel and a mix of nature and history.

The Côte d’Opale is renowned for its spectacular landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Walk past World War II bunkers, bird reserves, and lively fishing harbors, all while enjoying the sea breeze and endless horizons. This 3-day trek is ideal for hikers looking for an accessible coastal adventure just a few hours’ drive from Amsterdam, with accommodation included.

Itinerary

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Arrival in Calais

Welcome to northern France! Today you arrive in Calais, the gateway to the Côte d’Opale. You’ll check into a comfortable hotel near the coast. Enjoy your first evening at leisure and prepare for your adventure.

Holiday Inn Calais

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Calais (Cap Blanc-Nez) - Wissant

Duration: 05:20 h

Distance: 20.4 km

Ascent: 170 m

Descent: 160 m

After breakfast, your trek begins at the dramatic white cliffs of Cap Blanc-Nez. Following coastal paths and sandy stretches, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the English Channel and encounter remnants of WWII history. After this long stage, you arrive in the fishing village of Wissant, where you’ll stay overnight in a pleasant seaside accommodation.

Hôtel de la Plage

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Wissant -Ambleteuse (via Cap Gris-Nez)

Duration: 04:30 h

Distance: 17 km

Ascent: 190 m

Descent: 180 m

After breakfast, today’s hike takes you south towards Cap Gris-Nez, the closest point to England. On clear days you may see the White Cliffs of Dover across the Channel. The trail continues through bird reserves and dunes before you arrive in Ambleteuse, home to a historic coastal fort. Overnight stay in a charming accommodation by the sea.

La marine d'Opale

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Ambleteuse - Boulogne-sur-Mer

Duration: 03:35 h

Distance: 13.4 km

Ascent: 160 m

Descent: 140 m

Today marks the final stage of your Côte d’Opale adventure. The path leads you along sandy beaches and lively promenades, with sea breezes accompanying you all the way to Boulogne-sur-Mer. Explore the medieval old town, wander cobbled streets, or reward yourself with fresh seafood at the harbor before settling in for the evening.

Hôtel Alexandra Centre Ville

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Departure from Boulogne-sur-Mer

Your journey along the Côte d’Opale comes to an end. Take a moment to enjoy the atmosphere of this bustling coastal city before making your way back to Calais or Sangatte to collect your car. Of course, you can also choose to extend your stay and continue exploring northern France’s coast.

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Included

Accommodation

We will arrange your accommodation on the Côte d’Opale Trek in hotels, inns, and guesthouses. Accommodation will be private in single, double or twin rooms and with en-suite bathroom where possible.
Full travel guide

You’ll receive access to our trekking app, which serves as your complete digital travel guide for the Côte d’Opale Trek. Inside, you’ll find everything you need for your trek: route descriptions, hiking maps, navigation support, payment information, and all the key details specific to your journey.
Baggage Transfer

This trek includes the transfer of your luggage throughout the entire Côte d’Opale Trek trek. Your bags will be picked up every morning from the hotel lobby and will be driven to your next next accommodation. Baggage transfers allow you to travel lighter during the day and enjoy the walk in a more relaxed manner.
Accommodation before and after the tour

Accommodation before and after the trek is included. Breakfast is, if possible, part of your stay.
Navigation support

Our trekking app also includes built-in navigation support. With GPS-based maps and offline access, you can follow the trail confidently and stay on route even without mobile signal.
Breakfast (when possible)

We will arrange breakfast for you whenever possible. Some accommodations on the Côte d’Opale Trek, however, do not allow us to pre-book it. In those cases, you can usually request breakfast for the next morning directly at the accommodation (at your own expense), or simply enjoy one of the cafés in the area.

Excluded

Traveling to and from

You have to make your own way to the starting point. The total amount does not include personal transport. This also applies to any transport from the end point of your trail.
Transfers

If you require any form of public or local transport during the trek, it is not included in the package unless stated otherwise. This applies to taxis, buses, cable cars, gondolas, and similar services.
Travel Insurance

Your international travel insurance is your own responsibility. Discuss your itinerary with the insurance company before your trek.
Lunch and Dinner

Breakfast is, if possible, included in the price of the trek. You can get lunch and dinner at the shops, hotels, and restaurants along the way.

FAQ

Getting to Calais
From the End Point of Boulogne-sur-Mer
What if the dates I want are not available?
If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?
How do I know if this trek is right for me?

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Itinerary

Arrival in Calais

Holiday Inn Calais

Calais (Cap Blanc-Nez) - Wissant

Hôtel de la Plage

Wissant -Ambleteuse (via Cap Gris-Nez)

La marine d'Opale

Ambleteuse - Boulogne-sur-Mer

Hôtel Alexandra Centre Ville

Departure from Boulogne-sur-Mer

Included

Accommodation

Full travel guide

Baggage Transfer

Accommodation before and after the tour

Navigation support

Breakfast (when possible)

Excluded

Traveling to and from

Transfers

Travel Insurance

Lunch and Dinner

FAQ

Getting to Calais

From the End Point of Boulogne-sur-Mer

What if the dates I want are not available?

If I book now, can I immediately arrange the rest of my trip?

How do I know if this trek is right for me?

How to Book

Booking

Availability

Cancellation policy

Packing List for the Côte d’Opale Trek

Information

Essentials

Extras

Just for You

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