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A Little Bit Of Fishing History in Le Touquet

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Fishing Boat Le Touquet

Maréis Sea Fishing Discovery Centre – Etaples

Why not come and learn about the history of fishing and the sea. The fascinating Sea Fishing Discovery Centre close  to Le Touquet is great fun for kids and provides an amazing interactive learning experience.
Located in a former fishing nets factory, Maréis’ main mission is to make the everyday life of today’s sailors and the marine environment of the English Channel and North Sea better known.

Etaples-Sea Fishing -Museum

We recommend taking the guided tour (1 hour long) which is full of facts but also entertaining and fun. Most of the guides are ex fishermen and so are very knowledgeable on their subject.  You will discover the world of fishermen which is not an easy one.
After the guided tour, you can continue the visit at your own pace, explore  read and touch.  There are a number of aquariums including the nursery, you are also allowed to touch some fish – which  is amazing, both kids and adults will love it!
I am sure you will enjoy the very pleasant and helpful staff, its well worth a visit not just on a rainy day.
After you have had some food by the river why not go and explore the lovely town of Etaples with its many restaurants and shops.

If visiting Maréis has wetted your appetite to learn more about the sea then why not try  Nausicaa in Boulogne.  France’s  “Centre National de la Mer”  is one of the largest public aquariums in Europe. It is a world-class marine research institute, with the focus on conservation and educating people to help preserve the oceans.

Prices

Adult: €6,90
Child (4 to 12 years old):  €5,40  – Free for children under 4 years
Family package (2 adults + 2 to 4 children):  €21,20
Disabled person:  €5,90  – Establishment 100% accessible to people with reduced mobility.
College student, high school student, student, job seeker and senior: €6,10

Location

How to get to Maréis?
Boulevard Bigot Descelers, 62630 Étaples, France
By car : Etaples-sur-mer is served by the A16 motorway, exit 26 and follow the signs.
By train : TER GV Etaples-Le Touquet is located 1 km from Maréis (about 20 minutes walk).
Free parking nearby:
Free car and motorhome parking is located in front of Maréis.

Opening Hours

Maréis is open all year round at the following times:

From April to September from 9h30 to 13h and from 14h to 18h00, 7/7
From October to March  from 10h to 12h30 and from 14h to 17h30, 7j / 7 (closed on Sundays and 01/11: the morning and the 25/12 and 01/01: the day)
Last entry: 1h before closing


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Free Things to Do In Le Touquet

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Caudron Museum Rue

There are many Free things to do in Le Touquet and the surrounding area. Attached to the Office de Tourisme in Rue you will find a fascinating museum about two brothers (named Caudron) who were the first Frenchmen to build and fly an aeroplane in 1909. There initial factory was in Rue, and they then established a larger factory and flying school at Le Crotoy not far away on the shores of the Baie de Somme. Their work was a major  major contribution to the first world war early flying machines.

Rue is pretty historical town just 40 minutes drive from Le Touquet and our holiday rental properties. With the impressive Belfry and the aviation museum its well worth a visit. Spend a couple of ours in the  museum and then go and explore the delights of the Somme Bay and its estuary.

Rue-Belfry

Alphonse and René Caudron  built their first aircraft, a large biplane, in August 1908. Initially unable to obtain an engine, they flew it as a glider, towed by a horse and tested it through the summer. In September 1909 they finally flew it under power. By April 1910 they were able to make a return flight of 10 km (6 miles) to Forest-Montiers.

Gaston Caudron died in an aircraft accident on 15 December 1915 at the airfield at Bron. René continued in the aircraft business until the fall of France at the start of World War II. He died in 1959.

Museum Opening Times

Ideal for families, kids will have no problem imagining themselves in one of the early Caudron aeroplanes.
The museum is open all year round, free of charge.
On Monday: from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
From Tuesday to Saturday: from 9:30am to 12:30pm and from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
July, August : From Monday to Sunday – From 9:30am to 12:30pm and from 2:00pm to 7:00pm

The museum is located in the same building as the Tourist Office of Rue.
10, Place Anatole Gosselin
80120 RUE

Caudron Seaplane

A List Of Emergency Numbers In Le Touquet

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Fire Fighters Le Touquet

If you are visiting Le Touquet it is always useful to know these emergency numbers. This will help you be prepared and stay safe in the event of an accident or emergency. Know who to call if you encounter an emergency situation.

European Emergency Assistance Number 112

If you are not sure which number to call then, dial the European Emergency Number at 112. Operators answering this number will be able to communicate with you in French or in English, and will redirect your call to the appropriate emergency service.

French Emergency Numbers

Service

Number

Situation

Hearing Assisted European Emergency Number

114

Fire/Rescue, Ambulance or the Police

Fire

18

Fire, Extreme Burns, Road Accident

Police

17

Burglary, Violence, Theft

Ambulance SAMU (Service d’aide medicale urgente – ambulance)

15

Chest Pain, Coma Stokes, Burns

Maritime Emergency/Coastguard

196

Distress or Emergency at Sea

Child Protection

119

Report a child in danger.

Aeronautical Emergencies

191

Aircraft in Distress

What Information Will they need during my Emergency Call

The most important thing is to try and remain calm and be as concise and clear as possible. This will help the emergency services to assess  the best way to help you.

Remember:-
Who – State your name and Phone Number are you a victim or witness.
Why – What has happened and number of people involved.
When – How long have you been at the scene is there danger still present.
Where – Precise directions to the scene of the incident.

coast-guard-letouquet

One of the larger hospitals close to Le Touquet is in Berck sur mer. Always contact the emergency services in the first instance.

Address:Rue du Docteur Victor-Ménard , Berck-sur-mer 62600 , France.
  

Half Term Holidays October – Where to Go

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Half Term Holidays October Le Touquet
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Now the school summer holidays are  behind us it’s time to start thinking about your next get away for the October Half Term School holidays. We have some great holiday rental deals available for a short break or a full weeks stay.  The weather is still good and Le Touquet in northern France is a quick and easy get away. Le Touquet has lots to offer with many local attractions still open, without the queue’s of the busy summer months. Experience great French cuisine and a wonderful beach that stretches for 120 km’s  along the Opal Coast. We have a selection of properties available ranging from central  apartments to larger villas sleeping up to 18 people.

Colomberaie Apartment Le Touquet

The Best Swimming Pool In Le Touquet

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Le Touquet Piscine

La Piscine Du Centre Tennistique

Most people know about the unmissable Aqualud Water Park on the beach in Le Touquet. Not so well known is the fantastic swimming pool at the Tennis club. Or to give it its official name the Pierre de Coubertin Tennis Center. 

Perhaps you did know about it or simply wrote it off as only being available to members – not true the pool is open to all and can form part of a great day out for considerably less money than a visit to the Aqualud.

About The Pool

Heated at 28 ° and supervised by 3 lifeguards, this charming pool has a 25m x 10m pool with 3 levels of depth (0.90m – 1.60m – 2.90m). It is open to all from April to November (depending on weather conditions).

Several activities are offered to you such as swimming lessons for children (from 5 years old) and adults, water aerobics, aquabike, aqua palming and aquatic activities 

Swimming Pool Le Touquet

Location

Prices

As a guide prices for 2018 are shown.

1 entrance except July and August 6 €
Pool access between 3 and 5 years * € 3.50
One-time access in July and August
Pool access between 3 and 5 years * € 3.50
1 entry swimmer (9h-10h) or evening (19h-20h) 6 €
1 entrance day or afternoon in July and August 10 €
1 book of 10 day tickets in July and August 80 €
Swimming lessons
Swimming lesson or Aquabike 16 €
The book of 5 lessons of swimming 75 €
The Aquagym class 8 €
The individual swimming lesson 30 €

Alternatively if you would like to go to the Aqualud please purchase your discount tickets direct from us.

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Whats On In Le Touquet This Weekend 10KM – Half Marathon

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Le Touquet Marathon

Le Touquet 10KM and Half Marathon

This Saturday, August 4th see’s the start of the famous race labelled between the Sea and the Forest. Reflecting the unique surroundings of Le Touquet. Departure is at 18h from  Avenue de Picardie! 

The 2018 course, will be identical to that of 2017 and as in previous years implemented under the principle of loops. Two almost identical loops. One for the 10km, two for the half marathon.

Once out of the Quentovic district the route will take you to the Corniche and the wide open spaces of the Canche bay. Enjoy, admire the colours of the opal coast.

After this magnificent section you will pass the nautical center of Le Touquet.  Walking along the Molières you will end with the most exposed part. The rest of the loop will take you through the cool forest and on to the athletics track finish. 

For on-site registration and collection of bibs, go on Friday from 16h to 18h30 and Saturday from 9h to 16h to the  Paul Olombel room at the sports complex.
Whether you are a runner, waterfront or spectator, do not forget to take a look at the traffic and parking restriction plan.  Full information may be found on the official website.

Le Touquet Marathon - Sea

The Route

Accomodation

If you are struggling for some last minute accommodation in Le Touquet  for the half marathon or 10k run then  we still have some availability. Or alternatively why not extend your stay after the race and enjoy the beach. Please take a look at our St Josse property which sleeps up to 12 people.

The Best Children’s Activity in Le Touquet

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Le Touquet Beach Child

Festival of Toddlers.

Le Touquet-Paris-Plage becomes a paradise for children this summer from July 18th to August 19th.  For the 11th year in a row, Le Touquet offers an entertainment and cultural fun festival  entirely dedicated to children.
Storytellers, Comedians, Musicians, Dancers, Puppeteers and, Street Performers will perform in the town. The interactive shows and demonstrations will captivate  young and old! The Toddlers Festival welcomed more than 5000 children and parents during its 10th year in 2017. In 2018 it continues to develop throughout the town.

Childrens Puppet Le Touquet

Most of the activities focus around the Four Seasons Hall, Ypres Garden or Town Hall. The shows and indoor entertainment will be presented at price of €4  and those outside are completely free !! Various walks will enliven the town centre and the sports facilities of the resort.

Schedule Of Events

Mercredi 1er aout – Jardin d’Ypres
Animation / Atelier cerfs-volants
Samedi 4 Août – Salle des quatre saisons
Jeux géants Monstribilis et Archeodino par la Cie NJOY
Mercredi 8 aout – Jardin d’Ypres
Animation Structures gonflables
Journée petite enfance
Samedi 11 Août – Salle Suzanne Lenglen
Les P’tites bulles par la Cie La Boussole

Partners Supporting the Event

– Le Centre tennistique Pierre de Courbetin
– Le Centre équestre
– Le Centre Nautique de la Manche Bertrand Lambert
– Le Centre social du Touquet-Paris-Plage
– Le Golf du Touquet
… et les clubs de plage :
– Ojem Mickey et Jeunesse, Hippojem
– Caddy sport
– Helio plage

We hope you are able to attend some of the events and enjoy the fun with your children.

Le Touquet Parking

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Car Parking Le Touquet

Le Touquet Parking

Parking in Le Touquet is not normally a problem with a number of options available.
There are large car parks down by the beach that span the entire length of the promenade. Within the town if you want to just stop, pick up or drop there are a few monitored bays close to the main shops. These bays are free for one hour. They have a bollard with a countdown display that starts ticking as soon as you drive up. In theory they phone home to alert the police when the hour is up.

There is plenty of other on street parking within Le Touquet where the price varies depending on which zone you park in. As a general rule in the central area you will pay €2 per hour and in the outer zone the cost is €1. Payment is easy with the ticket machines at sensible intervals accepting Cash or Credit Cards.

Parking Restrictions

Green Zone

In the Green Zone payment is required for weekends, public holidays and the entire months of July and August. Throughout the rest of the year Green Zone parking is Free. Charges are due between 09:00 and 19:00 hours. Lunchtime parking between 12:30 and 14:30 hours is free at anytime.  The maximum you pay is for 8 hours in any day.

Red Zone

In the Red Zone payment is required at all times of the year. Charges are due between 09:00 and 19:00 hours. Lunchtime parking between 12:30 and 14:30 hours is free at anytime.

Parking Fines

Parking fines  approximately equate to the cost of a full days ticket. In my experience the cost doesn’t seem prohibitive however the time and effort required to actually pay any fine is expensive. 

Parking Tips

There is free parking directly in front of the Aqualud  during office hours between 09:00 and 14:30 hours.
If you park outside of the Green Zone on street parking is free. Le Touquet centre is relatively small so it is not that far to walk 

Property Parking

Most of our rental  properties have allocated or on site free parking. Our larger villas have plenty of space for a number of cars. Please check the details for each holiday rental property when making a reservation.

Le Touquet Parking Zones

Le Touquet Parking Zones

Download the full version of this map.

Information provided here is a guide only and may be subject to change by Le Touquet town. Please check local signs before parking. No responsibility can be taken for any fines incurred as a result of information provided here.

If you have any local information or tips you would like to give for parking in Le Touquet then please feel free to add a comment.

Opalaventure Hi Ropes Course Fun – Le Touquet

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Hi Ropes Course Le Touquet

Opalaventure

The Opalaventure Hi Ropes course is a fun place to get close to nature. Located in a 7-hectares  of forest surrounded by sand dunes and only 400 meters away from the Camiers Sainte-Cécile beach. Neither tree climbing, nor trekking! Safely surf or bike from tree to tree across the forest in the heart of the countryside. The adventure park brings together lovers of extreme sports in the trees.
High in the pines experience many different courses. Take a  daunting bike ride across a massive gap! not for the feint hearted but brilliant fun.
There is even a baby course, just the right level for 3 year old’s. Slides, tunnels, zip wire and somewhere to sit for parents. Which ever course you chose safety is there number one concern.

The Rope Courses

Toddlers Course

A course with 20 sections at ground level. This course is designed to enable children under 5 to explore treetop courses and be part of the same experience there parents or siblings take part in.

Children's Course

2 courses designed for children from 5 to 8 years old. The children are attached  by a continuous  line which ensures their safety during the course. There is a small zip line on this activity.
The children are supervised by  Opalaventure staff. Parents can support and take take pictures from the trail below.

Discovery Course

This course has three levels and is available for 9 year old’s and upwards. It’s the best way to have fun with your family. The sections are suitable for both children and adults. A perfect course for an unforgettable family day out!

Adult Course

The adult course consists of five courses each progressively harder.
Each course is separate and  you can stop at the end of every trail. Do them all or just the ones you feel comfortable with.

Directions

  • From Le Touquet (10 minutes) : direction Camiers Sainte-Cecile first street on your left after the Canadian cemetery.
  • From Boulogne sur Mer : direction Le Touquet, first street on your right after the Camiers Sainte-Cecile round about.
  • From Calais (40min) : A16 direction Paris, exit 27 (Hardelot, Sainte-Cécile).
  • From Abbeville (40min): A16 direction Calais, exit 27.
  • From Amiens : (60min) : A16 direction Calais, exit 27.

Prices

Prices range from €15 – €24 with discounts for groups of 12+ people.

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That's Not All - Electric Scooter Ride

Discover the charms of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage. Trott’Aventure take you to the paths of the seaside resort, between the dunes and forest, accompanied by a knowledgeable guide.

Cycling Holidays in Le Touquet

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Cycling In Le Touquet

Le Touquet is a great place to base yourself for a cycling holiday.  The town boasts over 10km of cycling trails around the town and forest areas.  There is a great choice of routes depending on if you want to go for a few hours or fancy something more challenging.
 
Rent a bike from one of the many hire shops in town and head towards the airport and riding stables. On route you will experience some great views of the Canche Bay. Riding through the residential part of the town  is very pleasurable, marvel at the beauty of the multi million Euro Art Deco Villas.  Alternatively head out of town along Avenue Francois Godin towards the beach at Stella Plage.  Stella Plage is another small beach resort sharing the same stretch of golden sand with Le Touquet. The advantage is that Stella is always much quieter than Le Touquet. You will find  some small intimate cafes and restaurants with a family feel.
 
Traffic in Le Touquet is light so even if you are not on a cycle path you should never feel intimidated. There are lots of other cyclist around so generally motorists are more aware of your presence.
 
Another notable route, recommended at sunset,  runs from the Thalassa  Sea Water Spa Centre along the beach to the yachting centre at La Baie de Canche.  En route there are many worthy stopping points to admire the sunset.
Cycling LeTouquet Sunset

If you are renting one of our villas such as LOpale in Allée de Jonquilles then it is possible to gently cruise all the way to the beach, stress free on a great cycle route. Alternatively if you are staying in the Lakeside development of May Village just filter into the cycle lane passing by the entrance.

Cycle Route Map Le Touquet

Le Touquet Cycle Route
Download Cycle Map Le Touquet

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