Hardelot - Equihen

Holiday park Hardelot - Equihen is situated in the Domaine Sauvage. An area of approx. 6 hectare at the attractive Côte d'Opale (Opal coast). It is located on the edge of the village Equihen - Plage, not far from larger seaside resorts Outreau and Boulogne-sur-Mer. It borders on a nature reserve, guaranteeing peace and quiet and space. The excellent beach of Equihen is a stone's throw from the park. Here you can enjoy sun and sea, or be more active, with e.g. beach sailing, horse riding or walking through untouched dunes.

There is plenty to do in the vicinity. Pleasant seaside resorts Outreau and Boulogne-sur-Mer have several cosy restaurants, shops and terraces. Here you can also find Nausicaa, Europe's largest sea aquarium. The Opal coast is known for its regional products, varying from "moules frites" to culinary tours de force in one of the restaurants that distinguish themselves with one or more Michelin stars. In Equihen-Plage restaurant "Le Bouquet" is highly recommended: it has a view of the sea and a fine menu.

Golf lovers can indulge themselves in Hardelot. With Golf des Pins and Golf des Dunes there are two 18-hole golf courts in the middle of the woods. You can go to Hardelot's riding school if you want to explore the area on horseback. This is possible for beginners or more advanced riders. There are also tennis courts (outdoor as well as indoor). At the Club Nautique d'Hardelot you can sail, ride a sand yacht, hire a catamaran and surf.

Culture lovers will find there is plenty to do. The fort of Boulogne-sur-Mer was built in the 13th century and can be accessed via four gates. Within these city walls you can find a monastery, the courthouse and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Boulogne. Also visit the castle with museum.

The bay of the Somme is highly recommended for nature lovers. It is one of the most attractive nature reserves in France and a paradise for bird-watchers with its 6,000 hectare. There are several footpaths and sights such as the Cap Hornu, Cap Hourdel, small seaside resorts Le Crotoy, Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme and Fort Mahon. In short there's something for everyone!