Holiday in Pas-de-Calais and Explore the Region’s Rural Charms

Pas-de-Calais is located at the very tip of Northern France, and as it faces the English coast and shares a border with Belgium, the region is a rich tapestry of culture, architecture, gastronomy and rural splendour. Walking trails are plentiful, and make their way through idyllic meadows, tree-lined country roads, steep mountains, and deserted coastlines. Cyclers can cruise through the hilly green countryside and nature lovers can take a kayak tour through the marshlands where thousands of birds flock year round. The capital of the region, Lille is a great place to rent a holiday apartment as it has a wealth of appealing cultural attractions. The town is an interesting mix of Flemish influenced 17th century red bricked buildings, well-preserved Middle Age houses, and modern glass and steel structures. Visit La Vieille Bourse, or ‘The Grand Place’ and note the cannonballs lodged in the intricate façade from the Austrian siege of 1792. Or wander the narrow streets and stop at one of the inviting cafés and sample the mouth-watering stuffed Flemish waffles, decadent artisanal chocolates or a glass of refreshing local pale ale. Book a holiday home in Pas-de-Calais and explore the region’s rural idyll and unique olio of cultural influences.