Perfect places to relax and revitalise in northern France
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Head to beautiful northern France for a relaxing weekend break.
Sometimes you just need to get out town, relax and rejuvenate.
That might mean an indulgent spa weekend break, being pampered and massaged.... try a 5 star Chateau Hotel in decadent Champagne or Chantilly. Or why not a weekend spa, laneways and shopping in Lille.
Or, it may mean hiding away in the French country-side, eating well and soaking in some nature..... Compiegne forest's clean air is restoring and the Somme Bay with its wildlife and wide open spaces is ideal for revitalising and re-connecting with nature.
However you choose to relax and restore, we have the solution for you.
Your insider's guide
to Northern France
to Northern France
Step off the Eurostar and into another world. Get lost wandering the old town of Lille, its pebbled laneways, secret passages and hidden cafes. Experience a different take on French art de vivre and a unique ambiance dating from Lille’s history as part of French Flanders.
In Amiens, between Paris and Lille, exploring Les Hortillonnages - a series of gorgeous islands separated by canals, makes for a very different French experience.
The Somme bay, one of France’s listed Natural Wonders, is within easy reach of London yet worlds away from modern life and where wildlife spotting and foraging for wild foods is 100% natural.
With remarkable historic sights and fabulous dining, laid-back Chantilly just north-east of Paris is perfect for experiencing French art de vivre in a setting of incredible natural beauty.
Free Festive Season guide
in Northern France
To whet your appetite,
Focus on the Lille Christmas market
- 85 chalets
- a giant Christmas tree
- a Ferris wheel
- shops selling artisanal goods
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