THE WHITE CLIFFS OF DOVER

The white cliffs of Dover are one of the great symbols of England, perhaps even more so for the French because of their proximity to our coastline. They remain the first landscape encountered by many travellers arriving by ferry, and for centuries they have welcomed Britons returning home, particularly after the various wars. Dazzling in their immaculate whiteness, they alone justify a trip to Kent, and the long walks to their heights (110 m) remain an exceptional part of a trip to the South of England. Don't hesitate to ask for a map at the Visitor Centre. Birdwatchers will also find plenty to do here (don't forget binoculars), and history buffs can visit the Fan Bay Deep Shelter, a tunnel dug during the Second World War, which can now be visited from Friday to Monday from the end of March to the end of October. To find out about forthcoming visits and purchase a ticket, contact the White Cliffs Visitor Centre. A lighthouse managed by the National Trust is also on site:

South Foreland Lighthouse : this Victorian lighthouse on the cliffs offers fine views over the English Channel and features a small exhibition on its purpose, its men and its past. A 4 km walk along the top of the cliff offers superb views. On a clear day, you can see all the way to France.