The Etaples Artists' Colony in Canche Bay

Culture August 1, 2026 → September 30, 2026

About the event

The Etaples Artists’ Colony in Canche Bay In the late 19th century, many French and foreign artists discovered Canche Bay. In Étaples-sur-Mer, the painters found studios, models, and an atmosphere conducive to creativity. In Camiers and Trépied, they drew inspiration from the landscapes. In Le Touquet, they enjoyed the seaside setting. The exhibition “The Etaples Artists’ Colony in Canche Bay” features outdoor displays across the three towns of reproductions of their works, inspired by local life and the bay’s landscapes. This exhibition will take place on August 1, 2026. We invite you to discover the works of these artists and immerse yourself in the creative atmosphere that enlivened Canche Bay over a century ago.

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Aug 1

August 1, 2026 → September 30, 2026 Time TBC

Venue Étaples, France
Price Free
Category Culture

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Fédération Régionale des Comités du Patrimoine Maritime et fluvial (FRCPM)

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Painting Exhibition in Baie de Canche

Etaples

Starting April 11, an outdoor exhibition dedicated to the Étaples artists’ colony in Baie de Canche will be on display in the towns of Étaples-sur-Mer, Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, and Camiers, in collaboration with the ABC Association (Association Baie de Canche). In Étaples-sur-Mer, 17 reproductions of artworks can be viewed at three locations: At Clos Saint-Victor Park, at the mill on Rue des Travailleurs de la Mer, and on Place Jeanne d’Arc. The exhibition will also be on view: On Boulevard de la Canche and at Square Paul François Rivet in Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, as well as at the orchard of Notre-Dame-de-la-Mer on Rue de l’Église in Camiers. This exhibition highlights these artists who came to capture the landscapes, the light, and daily life around Canche Bay. Harbors, dunes, markets, sailors, scenes of everyday life, and landscapes have inspired many painters—both French and foreign—who were moved by the region’s authenticity.

Traditional Boats of the Opal Coast

Étaples Opalenews event

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.

Tour: "The Painters of the Étaples-sur-Mer Colony"

Etaples

Immerse yourself in the history of the Opal Coast: the colony of international artists in Étaples-sur-Mer—from Boudin to Chigot—brought the streets and the Canche River to life. Guided tour of the Quentovic Museum; welcome at the Municipal Tourist Office, La Corderie. → Explore 19th-century artistic life → View works by Myron Barlow, Henri Le Sidaner, Isobel Rae, and Annice Simpson → Stroll through the town’s picturesque streets Free parking nearby; food and drink available on site.