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Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Gravelines.
Things to see and do
Illustrative photoBeffroi de Gravelines
Fully integrated into the town hall, the belfry is only visible from the outside. It once housed the town’s dungeons, which have fortunately now been replaced by the municipal museum. The building, which stands 70 metres tall, is built on a very simple square tower. At the level of the platform, the first scroll-work decorations can be seen, and the fourth storey is adorned on each side with a window
Illustrative photoChapelle Notre-Dame des Flots
The chapel stands proudly amidst the dunes of Petit-Fort-Philippe. Built in the 18th century and destroyed in 1789, it was rebuilt by the sea in 1829. The 18th-century statue of the Virgin Mary is brought out onto the forecourt on a special occasion each September for a mass in memory of those lost at sea and for the Icelanders.
Illustrative photoEspace Fortifié Vauban
Gravelines has preserved its entire bastioned enclosure, a fortress rebuilt in 1558 on the site of a 14th-century medieval wall. This architectural gem is listed as a ‘Historic Monument’ within the grounds of the beautiful Porte aux Boules. A stroll along the parapet walk takes you past the 17th-century guardhouses and the cistern, whose vaulted chamber once stored
Illustrative photoEspace Tourville - chantier de construction du Jean-Bart
The Espace Tourville in Gravelines centres on the full-scale construction of the Jean Bart, a 17th-century first-rate ship (57 m long, 12 to 17 m high, with a draught of 6 m). Set within its craft village on the edge of Gravelines’ historic harbour, the ship was built by the Association using the same methods and materials as in days gone by.
Illustrative photoJardins de la Liberté
The Jardin de la Liberté is a former 19th-century private garden that has retained all its charm. It features all the hallmarks of late 19th-century gardens: the gazebo, boxwood-lined paths, old rose bushes, the arbour and the white trellises. The traditional floral displays lend this site the air of a ‘guardian of traditions’.
Illustrative photoJardins de la Poudrière
The Jardin de la Poudrière, with its ramparts, strikes a harmonious balance between the mineral and the vegetal. Designed on the layers of a former kitchen garden, within a historic setting where contemporary and traditional materials blend, this garden combines techniques, flowers, vegetables and plants
Illustrative photoMaison de l'Islandais
Discover the traditional homes of 19th-century fishermen in Iceland: the coal-fired stove, the paraffin lamps… The Icelandic House has been restored to serve as a place of remembrance. Here you can discover how our ancestors lived. The house comprises a hallway, two adjoining rooms, an attic accessed via a steep, narrow staircase, and a small bedroom. At the back
Illustrative photoMusée du Dessin et de l'Estampe Originale
Housed in the powder magazine of the Château-Arsenal, built by Charles V from 1528 onwards, the exhibition ‘Estampes? (Im)permanent Collection’ rotates a display of 200 prints spanning five centuries of Western printmaking history. The presses, tools, demonstrations and videos offer an insight into an art form that remains closely linked to the crafts. Since 1982, the Musée du des
Activities and walks
Illustrative photoEmbarcadère Vauban Promenade
You can choose your boat and sail around the ramparts of the town of Gravelines. There are rowing boats, pedal boats and electric boats. The trip offers an incredible opportunity to admire the complexity and ingenuity of Vauban’s design. You can also take a guided tour aboard a ‘bacôve’ (a traditional wooden boat). You’ll appreciate the idyllic setting and the tranquillity, and,
Illustrative photoLe PAaRC
It is a vast area covering 175 hectares, developed as a leisure and outdoor sports centre for everyone
Where to stay
Illustrative photoBistrot Gourmet
Welcome to this restaurant situated at the foot of the Belfry, where life is good and the food is excellent. The restaurant “Au Bistrot Gourmet” welcomes you to the heart of the Logis Hôtel du Beffroi, in a bright dining room featuring a large bay window opening onto a terrace. With its understated and welcoming contemporary décor, this Logis de France restaurant seats 50. On fine days, we invite you to enjoy
Illustrative photoBrit Hôtel Le Polder
Halfway between the seaside resort and the historic centre of Gravelines – a town fortified by Vauban – the Polder holiday village offers 38 comfortable rooms in a peaceful, tree-lined setting, just a stone’s throw from the lagoon, home to numerous birds. The welcome here is warm; families are welcome (cot and high chairs available), whilst walkers and tourists can
Illustrative photoCamping des Dunes
Just a few minutes’ drive from the walled town centre of Gravelines – a town with numerous accolades (Blue Flag, Réseau des places fortes, Les plus beaux détours de France, Ville Fleurie), and halfway between Dunkirk and Calais, our 4-star campsite with 276 pitches by the sea is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area. With direct access to a large beach of fine sand via a footpath
Illustrative photoHôtel Face à la mer
Enjoy the charm and tranquillity of the Face à la Mer hotel. Situated right by the beach, our hotel guarantees you a breathtaking view, whether of the North Sea or the Gravelines Lighthouse. During your stay, you’ll enjoy direct access to Gravelines beach and the many activities available on site.
Illustrative photoLogis Hôtel du Beffroi
The hotel is situated right in the heart of the walled town centre, between Calais and Dunkirk, 15 minutes from the Channel Tunnel, close to the marina and the beach. This hotel is ideally situated for a one-night stay or a longer break. Whether you’re a private guest or a travel or seminar organiser, our young and dynamic team will always be on hand to assist you. Our comfortable rooms, s
Illustrative photoThe Originals City, Hôtel du PAarc
The hotel has 48 rooms. Some are accessible for guests with reduced mobility, whilst others are suitable for families. Spacious (18 m²) and bright, their décor reflects the natural surroundings of the hotel, featuring plenty of light wood and headboard walls adorned with floral patterns. The functional layout includes a desk area, and all rooms are equipped with air conditioning.
Where to eat
Illustrative photoAu Cap Compas
Enjoy delicious grilled dishes in a setting inspired by the harbour master’s office and make the most of the magnificent terrace with its view of the marina. At Cap Compas, everything is in place for a convivial time in pleasant surroundings. Nestled between land and sea, enjoy the terrace overlooking the marina. With fresh produce delivered daily, regional dishes and local mussels served u
Illustrative photoAu Retour d'Islande
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Illustrative photoLa Taverne du Jean Bart
Construction of a first-rate ship of the Royal Navy under Louis XIV (17th century) within a historic and leisure park in Gravelines, a fortified town situated between Dunkirk and Calais. La Taverne du Jean Bart welcomes you in a warm and friendly setting, inviting you to discover its local specialities and its famous “Assiette du Nord”. Come and enjoy, every second Saturday of the mo
Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 29 October 2026.
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