Bassin du Paradis, Calais

Bassin du Paradis, Calais

Located in the Marine Courgain, the Bassin du Paradis is the oldest remaining part of the Medieval port and it reflects the activity of sea fishing. Its name comes from a family, "Paradises", who lived in Calais during the English occupation of the city. The Bassin du Paradis houses up to 100 fishing boats and sailboats and brought together families of fishermen from the neighbourhood where people spoke a rude language since the ninth century.
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Sight Name: Bassin du Paradis
Sight Location: Calais, France (See walking tours in Calais)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark

Walking Tours in Calais, France

Create Your Own Walk in Calais

Create Your Own Walk in Calais

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Calais Introduction Walking Tour

Calais Introduction Walking Tour

Calais has no shortage of quality museums, beautiful buildings and cultural monuments fit to impress visitors willing to acquaint themselves with the city's rich history and architecture. Other than these, the old city has quite a bit to offer its guests in terms of good time, particularly in summer. Take this orientation walk to find your way to some of the most notable landmarks of Calais.

Tour Duration: 3 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.9 Km or 3.7 Miles