Things to do in Oye-Plage
DISCOVER THE PLATIER D'OYE AND ITS SURROUNDINGS
Oye Plage is a charming little town located on the Opal Coast in the Pas de Calais department. By deciding to stay in Oye Plage you will discover a real little haven of peace which will allow you to disconnect from the daily routine. Indeed, the village of about 5000 inhabitants is home to a unique national nature reserve: the Platier d'Oye.
Like the region, the nature reserve of Oye-Plage is natural, authentic and offers a wide variety of different landscapes. Oye-Plage is a jewel of the coastline with its rich and unique fauna and flora.
If you would like more information about what to do and see around Oye Plage you have come to the right place! Take advantage of your stay at Oye Plage to discover the region between Calais and Dunkirk. Between land and sea, this area may well surprise you!
Choose to stay in our holiday residence in Oye-Plage, which is only a few metres from the entrance to the Platier d'Oye nature reserve. An intimate residence, in the heart of nature and the promise of a successful stay in the North of France.
What to see and do during your stay in Oye Plage ?
Shopping mall Cité Europe
At only a 20 minutes drive away from your holiday residence, just past Calais, you can find Cité Europe: a huge shopping mall with 140 stores, numerous restaurants, a cinema and a bowling alley.
Cap Blanc-Nez & Cap Gris-Nez
The coast line of the French Opal Coast is dominated by the Cap Blanc-Nez and the Cap Gris-Nez, beautiful cliffs of chalk near the city of Calais.
Channel Outlet Store
At only a 20 minutes drive away from your holiday residence, just past Calais, you can find the Channel Outlet Store : one of the biggest outlet stores in France.
The bay of Wissant
In the Bay of Wissant, you can find the shining and impressive chalk cliffs, right opposite their English colleagues. The best known is the Cape Blanc-Nez.
Le PAarc des rives de l’Aa
PAarc de L’Aa is a recreational park in Gravelines, 10 min drive away from Evancy Oye-Plage offering a perfect combination between sport, nature and relaxation.
Nature reserve Platier d’Oye
This immense nature reserve lays just around the corner of Evancy Oye-Plage and is the ideal destination to go hiking or to ride a bike, while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Parc Galamé
At Parc Galamé, you can relax the whole year long in a green environment: go on a nice walk, learn more about biodiversity and so much more!
Grand-Fort-Philippe & Petit-Fort-Philippe
These two little villages are almost each other’s mirror image, only separated by the river ‘Aa’. Take your time to wander around in these charming villages.
Gravelines (Copy)
In the heart of the Opal Coast, between Calais and Dunkirk, lays one of the most beautiful villages of France: Gravelines. This historical town is completely walled and surrounded by canals.
Gravelines
In the heart of the Opal Coast, between Calais and Dunkirk, lays one of the most beautiful villages of France: Gravelines. This historical town is completely walled and surrounded by canals.
The Lindeboom Festival
The Lindeboom festival is a traditional music festival that lasts for 4 days. The concerts are for free and you can discover established artists, but also new talent.
Calais has sometimes been tarnished by a bad reputation, but the town is rebuilding its image by becoming the leading seaside resort on the Côte d'Opale.
People often forget the wealth of downtown Calais. The city centre proves that Calais is more than just the channel tunnel and the port.
Saint-Joseph Village
Saint-Joseph village is a reconstruction of a village from the early 1900. Here you can see how old crafts come to life again: the blacksmith, a forge, ...
Museum for Lace and Fashion Calais
France is known for its delicous wine, pastry and… for its haute couture of course! Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Givenchy are only a few, but famous examples.
Passion d’Aventure
Discover forest adventure park Passion d’Aventure in the woods of Guînes, at only 30 minutes of Evancy Oye-Plage.
The Casino of Calais
In need of an escape to town during your relaxing stay at Oye-Plage? Go to Calais and visit the casino! Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, Poker, ...
Outdoor recreation centre “Jean Binard”
Near Evancy Oye-Plage, there are plenty of outdoor activities to do. The Base Nautique Jean Binard is situated on the sea dike of Gravelines.
Spa Les Argousiers
Chill out at the Les Argousiers wellness centre in Oye-Plage. Enjoy the jacuzzi and a relaxing session in the sauna during your next holiday.
Go to Canterbury & Dover from Calais
Take the ferry from Calais and arrive at the famous cliffs of Dover in only two hours. Are you in for some culture? Then you have to visit the castle of Dover.