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Culture August 1, 2026 → September 30, 2026

Traditional Boats of the Opal Coast

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The exhibition “Traditional Boats of the Opal Coast” will take place in Étaples-sur-Mer on August 1, 2026.

This exhibition showcases the various types of fishing sailboats used between Dunkirk and the Bay of Somme from the second half of the 19th century through 1950. Visitors will learn about the unique features of these fishing boats that shaped the region’s history.

The exhibition will be held in Étaples-sur-Mer, a town located on the Opal Coast.

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