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HistoryThe Romans, Spanish, English and Germans have all taken Calais at various times throughout history, the most recent invasion was of course during the Second World War when the town was under German rule. Edward III, Henry XVIII, Queen Mary and Lady Hamilton are just a few of the British names which are linked with the history of Calais. The statue of the six burghers by Rodin which stands before the town hall, is a powerful reminder of the siege of 1347 but perhaps the cheeriest souvenir left by the British is Calais Lace which has its origins in Nottingham.
The Lighthouse
Climb the 271 steps of the lighthouse and, weather permitting see both the French and English coastlines! The lighthouse, which dates from 1848, managed to escape the destructive forces of World War Two and is one of only two lighthouses in France to be located in the heart of the city - the other is located in Dunkerque.
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The Lighthouse
Climb the 271 steps of the lighthouse and, weather permitting see both the French and English coastlines! The lighthouse, which dates from 1848, managed to escape the destructive forces of World War Two and is one of only two lighthouses in France to be located in the heart of the city - the other is located in Dunkerque.
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| For more information contact: |
Office de Tourisme
12, bd Clémenceau - BP 94
62100 CALAIS
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+33 (0)3 21 96 62 40 |
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+33 (0)3 21 96 01 92 |
| Email: |
ot@ot-calais.fr |
| Website: |
http://www.ot-calais.fr/ |
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