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Paradise Basin
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Vincent Reboul
August 15, 2021
Cycling
The "Bassin du Paradis" is the oldest part of the medieval port which can accommodate up to a hundred boats. Only about twenty fishing boats perpetuate the tradition.
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Willem VS
May 3, 2024
Hiking
Today, the Bassin du Paradis is a tourist attraction in Calais. It is close to Calais Nord, the shopping streets, the historic fishing quarter of Courgain Maritime and the Place du Minck with the monument to rescuers. You can enjoy restaurants with fish and seafood specialties and the unmissable Café du Minck, where maritime traditions still live on. Don't forget to buy fresh fish and seafood from the aubettes as you watch the return of the fishing boats.
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•Willem VS
May 3, 2024
Hiking
The Bassin du Paradis dates back to the 12th century and is considered the birthplace of the port of Calais. It was dug under the reign of Mathieu d'Alsace. At …
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