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Calais (UK: / ˈ k æ l eɪ / KAL-ay, US: / k æ ˈ l eɪ / kal-AY, traditionally / ˈ k æ l ɪ s / KAL-iss, French: ⓘ) is a port city in the Pas-de-Calais department, of which it is a subprefecture. Although Calais is by far the largest city in Pas-de-Calais, the department's prefecture is its third-largest city of Arras.
Apr 21, 2024 · With a long sandy beach, epic street art and top museums, there are many great things to see and do in Calais. Budget and plan your visit with this guide.
Jun 11, 2024 · Calais, industrial seaport on the Strait of Dover, Pas-de-Calais département, Hauts-de-France région, northern France, 21 miles (34 km) by sea from Dover (the shortest crossing from England).
There’s plenty to do in Calais town in the department of Pas-de-Calais if you’re on a day trip or a visit – we’ve put together our top ten things to do in Calais for you. Pick up a visitor’s day pass from the tourist office to take advantage of discounts and offers (see the website for details).
Calais is the perfect destination for a weekend, day trip or city break. There’s plenty to do and see from museums to memorial sites. The city beach, Calais la Plage (Calais by the sea) has had a massive makeover and is now one of the finest seaside destinations on the already gorgeous Opal Coast of northern France.
Calais (Dutch: Kales) is a city of 73,000 people (2019) in the Hauts-de-France region of France. It is the closest point on the European mainland to England ; Dover lies across the English Channel ( La Manche ) just 32 km (20 miles) away.
Calais. A mere 34km from the English port of Dover (Douvres in French), Calais makes a convenient launching pad for exploring the majestic Côte d'Opale. Beaches extend around the town centre, whose handful of museums are well worth a look.
