Calais Essential Info
Overview
Calais (Dutch: Kales) is a city in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France. It is the closest point on the French mainland to England; Dover lies across the English Channel (La Manche) just 32 km away. The town has a major cross-Channel ferry port, and the French entrance to the Channel Tunnel is nearby.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Mar-Oct
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Current Weather
52 °F
Mostly Cloudy
Fun Facts
- Edward III annexed Calais in 1347 and it stayed English until recaptured by France in 1558.
- During the World War II, Siege of Calais took place. The invading Germany forces considered the town as a strategic site to launch the missiles to England.
- Calais has an artificial island. You can find harbors and canals around the island.
- The church of Notre-Dame is a unique landmark in Calais. It has the English perpendicular style that you will never find in France.
- An estimated 24 million people pass through Calais every year.
Popular Foods
- Steak Tartare
- Mussels and Chips