Water sports and leisure activities Nord

Born on the beaches of the Opal Coast in 2006, the longe-côte is a sport that looks simple, and yet expect a dynamic practice in the North Sea which is rarely calm! The association provides the equipment to make you discover the joys and benefits of walking in the sea, in any season! Other activities are proposed by the association, such as finboard, longeball, aquaphilia or aquatrail. New sensations in perspective!

The Douaisis finally has a spa/spa centre! It was very expected that this centre Sourcéane and good news: it does not disappoint! And it even impresses with its beautiful architecture… even more beautiful at night fell! On the aquatic side, there are for all tastes. Indoor and outdoor basin for swimmers; wading tubs, slides and bubble baths for children; and a beautiful business map (aquafusion, aquafitness, bodypalm and aquabiking). But the real plus is, of course, the Spa space. Relaxation and escape escape! In the programme: hammam, saunas (including one outdoors), frigidarium (for the most courageous), whirlpool baths, indoor and outdoor pools heated to 31 ° C with massage nozzles and above all a relaxation area and a tisanerie where you can buller well in comfortable armchairs. In summer, the Spa even offers sea mineral beaches. You can choose between facial and back treatments, scrubs, body or Japanese sauna. The dream! Let will soon become an unavoidable place in the Douaisis.

All those who studied in Valenciennes surely remember the Vignoble nautical base and its canoeing sessions! Originally, it was just a marsh that was enlarged. With its 54 hectares, it is a real green lung not far from the city, where you can practice different water sports. You can also opt for a walk or a jog along its 4,750 meters of banks. Be careful, you don't (normally) swim in the Vignoble pond.

The Nautical Base hosts the sailing school and the Dunkerque nautical associations, in particular the kitesurfing and longe-côte club. It is located between Malo and Leffrinckoucke, on the edge of the Parc du Vent. At the Base de la Licorne, you can try your hand at sand yachting or kitesurfing, windsurfing, catamaran, giant paddle... Do not hesitate to contact the team who will advise you according to your level and your desires.

Young freshwater sailor or sea wolf, there is something for all ages (from 14 years old) thanks to the formulas proposed by the cruising school of the Centre régional de Voile Pascal-Leys. The choice of activities and formulas are numerous and you will always be accompanied by a professional skipper who will guide you in this discovery of sailing. This centre also allows you to participate in training for competitions, regattas and safety courses at sea.

At the Clos Fleuri water sports base, it is possible to practice a wide variety of water sports in complete safety and in a friendly atmosphere, in the natural setting of the northernmost seaside resort in France! Kitesurfing, sand yachting, windsurfing, funboat, stand-up paddle, kayak... Available for simple rental, these equipments are also to be discovered during training courses. Do not hesitate to contact the team who will guide you according to your desires.

A genuine new-generation leisure center covering more than 6,000^m2. Within its walls, 4 pools, a waterslide, a wellness area and a gym are just some of the facilities on offer. And let's not forget the star of the show: a 20 m-deep semi-underground diving pit, visible from the outside through a huge picture window. The on-site team works hard every day to liven up the space with themed evenings and activities.

This is a particularity of the beaches of Dunkerque and of the art of living in Dunkerque. The coastline has 180 beach huts for rent, which are in great demand in summer. They can be booked the rest of the season, at the tourist office of Dunkerque Plage, place du Centenaire, by the week. There are 11 types of them, with different shapes, colors and illustrations. It's not just a shed where you store your parasol, balloons or windbreakers. We meet there to have a drink, admire the sunset... Not to be missed!

The capital of Flanders is a pleasant place to discover from the Deûle! Marin d'eau douce offers electric boats for hire without a license. You'll be able to enjoy unparalleled views and discover the city's architecture in a whole new way. You'll also have the opportunity to observe a wealth of wildlife, including herons, ducks and moorhens. For those who'd like to enrich the experience, it's also possible to book an aperitif basket. A cruise with friends or family that promises to be a most enjoyable experience!

Gravelines is the third largest marina on the Opal Coast. A former fishing and trading port, it has 450 berths divided into three distinct sites. Firstly, the Bassin Vauban, the largest site, with 220 berths, of which around 40 are reserved for visitors. Then the Quai des Islandais, with 152 moorings lined up on floating pontoons. The third, Anse des Espagnols, close to the Petit-Fort-Philippe lighthouse, has 78 moorings.

For those who do not know the Longe-Côte, it is a promenade in the sea with a paddle. A rather sporting discipline, very well-known to the general public but which allows to combine physical exercise and discovery. The club of Bray-Dunes offers this kind of walks throughout the year, enough to explore the landscapes of the coast. A different way to visit this part of the region, leaving you beautiful souvenirs and perhaps some aches also!

The Val du Riot leisure park is a polymorphous place. You come here to escape, recharge your batteries, breathe deeply and create a little bubble where you can quench your thirst. Created with both fun and education in mind, you can discover the flora and fauna, play in the playgrounds, at the small funfair, on the inflatable games, ride a pony, and discover the exceptional dovecote. The two ponds are ideal for carp and trout fishing.

The association Mer et Rencontres is a sand yacht school affiliated to the French Sailing Federation. It offers all year long sessions of sand yachting in the form of a 2-hour initiation (from 12 years old) or weekly courses (from 8 years old and during school vacations). The sessions are supervised by state-qualified instructors. They welcome all types of people (individuals, schools, associations, groups...). A good idea to do sports in the open air and enjoy the great beaches of the North!

All the pleasure of sailing on the round basin, a place suitable for windsurfing, canoeing, Optimist... Of course, the whole team manages the training and the animation of the different clubs, as well as the preparation of the boat licence. The groups have not been neglected since formulas adapted to leisure activities allow to spend a day in the open air while taking advantage of the numerous other activities of the base: mountain biking, rollerblading, archery, etc.

The base of Prés Prés extends in total over 120 ha. It comprises a lake of 44 hectares of land, suitable for all water amusement, river port and many facilities. Lovers of walks especially appreciate the network of roads, one of which is entirely surrounding the lake - a 40 minute walk! In passing, a visit to the ornithological park where 200 migratory or resident bird species coexist with the possibility of interfering in their privacy from observatories. A beach for tanning and a multitude of activities planned for the day to pass without realising: mini-golf, educational farm and children's village, pedal boats, boat walks with a guide, a tour of smugglers - a game with a gift at the end, a walk and a go train. Fishing, on the other hand, is strictly prohibited, but it is very rare to get bored on the edge of the largest inland water centre in France.

The nautical base, located in the countryside in a bucolic setting, is managed by the Community of Communes Flanders Lys. It offers visitors the possibility of renting several boats with 4 to 11 seats, from one hour to one day. One of the boats is even equipped with a central barbecue for lunches along the water. Among the activities: canoeing, pedal boats, stand up paddle. Available for rent: electric bikes and mountain bikes with maps of the routes. A great address.

With the establishment of the Loisirs Éole program, Dunkirk is a city resolutely focused on families and leisure tourism. Unique in the department, this program offers numerous activities in the form of "discovery" sessions or training courses led and supervised by qualified professionals. Three age categories: Kids (3 to 7 years old), Children (8 to 14 years old) and Activities 15 years old and more. Sports and water sports initiation, "nature" discoveries, cultural activities, fitness and wellness sessions... what a great way to spend your vacations!