Wimereux, Coastal commune in Pas-de-Calais, France
Description
Wimereux is a commune on France's northern coast in Pas-de-Calais that stretches along the English Channel while bordered by the Slack river to the east. The settlement includes several districts and offers both coastal and riverine landscapes.
History
The port was built between 1803 and 1804 and named after the Wimereux river that flows through the region. In the 19th century, the place became important for early radio communication between the coasts.
Culture
The town displays architectural features from the Second Empire period, particularly visible in churches and villas along the coast. These buildings shape the character of the place and reflect a prosperous past.
Practical
The commune is easily reached by road and offers access to the beach as well as riverbanks for various activities. Comfortable shoes are recommended since the place is best explored on foot.
Did you know?
In the late 19th century, Guglielmo Marconi conducted the first radio link between France and England from this location, proving wireless long-distance communication was possible. This place was thus a turning point in the history of telecommunications.
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Fort Mahon
4 km
Fort de la Crèche
2.4 km
Mémorial de la Légion d'honneur
3.1 kmGolf de Wimereux
2.1 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Wimille
1.6 km
Église de l’Immaculée-Conception de Wimereux
154 m
Golf de Wimereux
2.1 km
Villa Robinson d'Ambleteuse
3.8 km
Villa Les Mauriciens
186 m
Orgue de tribune de l'église de l'Immaculée-Conception de Wimereux
154 m
Ancienne fontaine de Wimille
1.9 kmChâteau de Lozembrune
1.6 kmScenic viewpoint
2.4 kmScenic viewpoint
2.4 kmScenic viewpoint
2.5 kmPointe des Oies
1.8 kmObelisk, memorial
105 mLa confiserie
3.3 kmWayside cross
1.1 kmFort de la Crèche (Atlantikwall 1943-'45)
2.2 kmCastle
1.5 kmMemorial
1.9 kmWayside cross
1.4 kmMemorial, stele
671 mMemorial
1.6 kmWayside cross
1.6 kmWar memorial, memorial
1.6 kmMemorial
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