Pierre & Vacances - Les Jardins de la cote d'Opale. 33 1 58 21 55 84. ttp://www.pv-holidays.com/scripts/fiche_produit.php?id_ofr=352&id_sai_passe=1&date=2009-02-28&duree=7&code=LTL27. The residence is situated on the edge of a wood, facing the Canche valley, in landscaped grounds close to the racecourse and a riding centre. It has an outstanding, uninterrupted view over the local surroundings. The apartments are pleasant and comfortable, with contemporary decor featuring blue and sand colours. Has an indoor and heated swimming pool with terrace/solarium, tennis courts, bicycle hire and a children's playground.The beach are 2 km away and very quickly accessible by bicycle.
Get out
To hitchhike to Belgium or the Netherlands, if you leave the terminal, you must walk 500m through a large car park, after which you will see roundabout and an on-ramp to the motorway. That is the place to hitch a ride: there is enough space even for a big lorry.
For a more 'traditional' experience of France, Saint Omer is a mere 26 miles (43 kilometres) down the road from Calais. The Saturday morning market on its main square, the Place Foch, can be enjoyable. There are also good affordable restaurants and friendly bars, as well as interesting architecture.