Erasmus Day on the Opal Coast
Includes :
- Return transport by private bus
- Bilingual tour leader (French/English)
- Photos & videos
- Hiking on Cap Blanc-Nez
- Beach (depending on tides)
- Stops in Wissant
- Self-guided tour of Boulogne-sur-Mer and the old town
Not included:
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Admission to Nausicaá (aquarium)
Travel program
World War I craters
Cliff walk
Beach walk (depending on tides)
View of England
Panoramic photos from the summit
Lunch on the beach
Visit the fishing village
Stroll through the quiet streets
Eat on the beach
Nausicaá, Europe's largest aquarium
Old Boulogne and fortifications
Roman remains
Crypt of Notre-Dame Basilica
Free time
We meet up in the morning in Lille, leaving for the Côte d'Opale. Quiet atmosphere on the bus, ideal for chatting, getting to know each other and getting organized for the day.
First stop: Escalles, at the foot of Cap Blanc-Nez. We start with a beautiful hike to the summit, with views of the English Channel and cliffs if the sky is clear. Along the way, you'll discover the craters left by the bombs of the Second World War: a landscape steeped in history.
We continue on to Wissant, a small fishing village with a large beach and colorful houses. Perfect for a picnic or terrace break with your feet in the sand or water.
In the afternoon, head for Boulogne-sur-Mer. You can choose to visit Nausicaá, one of Europe's largest aquariums, or stroll through the old town with its cobbled streets, basilica, crypt and Roman remains. Everyone can enjoy the afternoon at their own pace.
At the end of the day, we return to Lille, our lungs full of sea air.
Itinerary
World War I craters
Cliff walk
Beach walk (depending on tides)
View of England
Panoramic photos from the summit
Lunch on the beach
Visit the fishing village
Stroll through the quiet streets
Eat on the beach
Nausicaá, Europe's largest aquarium
Old Boulogne and fortifications
Roman remains
Crypt of Notre-Dame Basilica
Free time
Students talk about it better than we do
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Unforgettable destinations!
This white chalk cliff offers a splendid view of the English Channel. It still bears the scars of the First World War, with craters from the era visible at the summit.
Did you know?
Cap Blanc-Nez is part of the Falaises des Deux Caps, classified as a "Grand Site de France" for the quality of its landscape and history.
This authentic fishing village is bordered by an immense beach. Its charm lies in its modest houses, dunes and peaceful atmosphere.
Did you know?
Every year, Wissant welcomes a gathering of kite flyers from all over Europe to enjoy the sea breezes.
A medieval town and fishing port, it offers a lovely blend of historic past and modernity. Take a stroll through the old town or spend some time at sea.
Did you know?
Nausicaá is Europe's largest aquarium, and home to over 36,000 marine mammals, fish and invertebrates.
In Roman times, Boulogne was called Gesoriacum, and was a strategic port for reaching England. It was here that Emperor Claudius launched his invasion of Brittany in 43 AD.
Did you know?
Roman remains can still be seen in the town, including a tower called the Tour d'Ordre, which once marked the start of the Roman road to Rome. It is one of the town's oldest monuments.
Unforgettable destinations!
This white chalk cliff offers a splendid view of the English Channel. It still bears the scars of the First World War, with craters from the era visible at the summit.
Did you know?
Cap Blanc-Nez is part of the Falaises des Deux Caps, classified as a "Grand Site de France" for the quality of its landscape and history.
This authentic fishing village is bordered by an immense beach. Its charm lies in its modest houses, dunes and peaceful atmosphere.
Did you know?
Every year, Wissant welcomes a gathering of kite flyers from all over Europe to enjoy the sea breezes.
A medieval town and fishing port, it offers a lovely blend of historic past and modernity. Take a stroll through the old town or spend some time at sea.
Did you know?
Nausicaá is Europe's largest aquarium, and home to over 36,000 marine mammals, fish and invertebrates.
In Roman times, Boulogne was called Gesoriacum, and was a strategic port for reaching England. It was here that Emperor Claudius launched his invasion of Brittany in 43 AD.
Did you know?
Roman remains can still be seen in the town, including a tower called the Tour d'Ordre, which once marked the start of the Roman road to Rome. It is one of the town's oldest monuments.
Our charters
At Erasmus Place, the journey begins as soon as you get on the bus. It's a friendly atmosphere, where people get to know each other, have a laugh and share music and tips.
Our buses are comfortable, air-conditioned and equipped with toilets, barring major exceptions. We want you to feel at ease, even during several hours of driving. To make sure everything goes smoothly, we also have a few simple rules: respect for everyone, no inappropriate behavior, no consumption of alcohol or banned substances on the bus.
For each trip, we select quality establishments, always with a minimum 2-star rating for hotels. Whether it's a hotel or a hostel, you can count on comfortable, clean and conveniently located accommodation.
Our hotels and hostels are always located in the city center, close to places of interest and local entertainment, so you can make the most of your stay without wasting time in transport. With a few exceptions.
Rooms are shared among friends, in a relaxed atmosphere, but we respect a simple rule: men stay with men, women with women. Rooms are divided into groups of 2, 3 or 4 people, depending on the configuration of the site. If you're traveling as a couple, it's possible to have a room for two, but only by prior arrangement.
We want you to feel comfortable, surrounded and safe throughout your stay.
Each Erasmus Place trip is supervised by one or more trained Tour Leaders, who are friendly and always available. Their role is to ensure that your stay is well organized, that the group is safe and that a friendly atmosphere prevails from departure to return. They welcome you, inform you, lead the trips, coordinate the different stages of the program and listen to you throughout the trip.
Our Tour Leaders are fluent in between two and five languages, including English, making it easy to communicate with all participants, whatever their nationality. They are not certified guides like those you find in museums, but they know perfectly well the destinations they visit, the instructions for the trip, and the good tips to share. They're there to accompany you, reassure you, answer your questions, deal with the unexpected and make sure you get the most out of your Erasmus experience.
Their aim is simple: to make sure you return home with your head full of memories... and the desire to go back (alone or with us!).