Gîtes Picardie

Discover Picardy, Amiens, the Baie de Somme and the surrounding area on holiday

The Baie de Somme, in Picardy, has been classified as a Grand Site de France since 2020 and has become a Regional Nature Park! Situated on the English Channel coast, the Somme estuary, which is also the largest in northern France, covers 7,200 hectares! If you're a nature lover, book a gîte near the Baie de Somme, a paradise in Picardy. Between land and sea, it offers a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy on holiday. You can discover the Baie de Somme on foot. Take advantage of the nature outings offered every day by qualified, enthusiastic guides who provide safe accompaniment to discover the flora and fauna while protecting you from the risk of the tides. Don't miss one of the iconic outings, crossing the bay from Le Crotoy to Saint-Valery-sur-Somme for a unique 3-hour experience close to your gîte in Picardy. You can also take advantage of the region's beaches during your stay, such as the Marais beach at Le Crotoy, the south beach at Quend and the beach at Fort-Mahon. Between land and sea, the Baie de Somme, is also an authentic and original gastronomy. Sample the salted meadow lamb, shellfish such as cockles and Bouchot mussels, small grey shrimps, fish and herbs from the bay that can be found in the water or nestling in the sand. During your holiday in a Clévacances gîte, visit Amiens. This ancient Picardy capital is famous for its Saint-Leu district, with its cobbled streets, colourful houses and waterside terraces. Notre-Dame d'Amiens Cathedral is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The must-see Hortillonnages, which are gardens on the water, can be visited by boat from spring onwards.

Activities to do near your gîte near the Baie de Somme in Picardy

Hiking lovers, around your gîte in Picardy, you'll find plenty of trail options in the vicinity of the Baie de Somme, from Amiens, from Saint-Valery-sur-Somme, de Le Crotoy ... During your stay, you'll enjoy walking itineraries for experienced hikers, as well as more family-friendly and easy walks. Some of the best-known are the sea access path, the Bout des Crocs near Parc du Marquenterre and the Dune du Royon at Quend.

The Somme in Picardy is also the ideal destination for a cycling trip along the Vallée de Somme cycle route during your holiday. Safe and accessible to all, it offers 160km of cycle paths!

Near the Baie de Somme, there are a number of tourist highlights on offer during your stay: the Parc du Marquenterre and its 200 hectares of dunes, forests and marshes, the Chemin de Fer de la Baie de Somme and its old-world travel charm, the Maison de la Baie de Somme and its collection of 250 species of birds. Also discover the Abbey and Gardens of Valloires, the Cistercian abbey surrounded by its gardens or the Samara Archaeological Park north of Amiens, the sites of remembrance linked to the First World War east of the Somme. Finding a Clévacances gîte in Picardie will allow you to discover this charming region.