Visit Dunkirk
Dunkirk has a lot to offer to make your stay an unforgettable moment. From a few hours break to a week holidays, whether you are a history buff, art or nature lover, or just here to have a good time with your family or friends, you will find an activity that suits you.
Statue de Jean Bart
Everything in Dunkirk is linked to Jean Bart, so what better way to start your trip to Dunkirk than with a visit to his statue? He was born in Dunkirk in 1650 and was a French naval commander and privateer. Despite being born to a low-standing family, King Louis XIV was so impressed by his naval skill and bravery that he rose to the rank of admiral. He was a hero of the French Navy. Not only does he have a town square named after him, Place Jean Bart, but he also has a statue in his memory. During the Dunkirk Carnival, residents kneel together in front of the statue with one hand raised to the sky and sing the Cantate a Jean Bart. It is considered a Dunkirk hymn celebrating his life and efforts for the city. It is a stone’s throw from Eglise Saint-Eloi.
Musée Dunkerque 1940
You cannot come to Dunkirk and not visit the Dunkirk Museum. The museum is housed inside a military bunker and command post. Here you discover the complete story of Dunkirk. Almost everything you need to know about the city, from the famous Battle of Dunkirk and Operation Dynamo, can be found in this museum. Begin your visit with a short movie, and transcend into the exhibition full of photos, weapons, uniforms, vehicles, maps, and other important artifacts.
Plage de Malo-les-Bains
This historic beach is another must-visit in the city of Dunkirk. Whether you are a history buff, who wants to follow in the steps of many men who were evacuated from here. Or if you fancy a relaxed beach day away from the city. There’s something here for everyone, which is why it is known locally as the queen of beaches. If you’ve just visited the Dunkirk Museum, take a quick stroll to the beach to complete your visit. You can see the many memorials, tributes, and the two concrete moles here.
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