The Grotto of Massabielle and its Chapel

The Grotte de Massabielle is carved out of an ancient feudal motte on which the keep of a former fortified castle once stood. It was built following a vow made by Abbé Chevalier during the Second World War: if Balinghem was spared major disasters, he would erect a...

The Abbey of Licques

Licques poultry is renowned for its tasty, high-quality meat, the result of rigorous selection by local breeders over generations. The first references to this breed date back to the 17th century. Over the years, Licques poultry has become increasingly renowned for...

La Colonne Blanchard

An unexpected feat Jean-Pierre Blanchard set off for England in September 1784 with the sole hope of returning by balloon. Four months later, the dream became reality. In the early hours of January 7, 1785, the sky was clear and the temperature very cool. Despite the...

The Royal Bastion

An exceptional site The Bastion Royal is the only vestige of the town’s ramparts. Miraculously preserved in the public garden adjoining the town hall, it bears witness to the Renaissance, the technical progress made at the time and the importance of the city of...