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Richelieu Park

Calais, Opal Coast

About this place

Located at the entrance to Rue Royale, right in the heart of the Calais Nord neighborhood, Richelieu Park offers a truly lush, open-air setting.

It’s a place to relax and take a stroll, but it’s also an educational experience where you can learn about the different species of trees that grow throughout the park. Discover the little fish in the pond located at the back of the park on the right. A playground is available for children ages 6 to 12.

At the park’s entrance on Place Maréchal Foch, you can admire the memorial to Albert Parenty; this is the same spot where the Monument to the Six Bourgeois once stood before it was moved in front of the former Calais Nord town hall on Place d’Armes.

What to do nearby?

Upcoming events in Calais.

Festival 15 August

Courgain Maritime Festival

Calais

Courgain Maritime Festival The Courgain Maritime Festival will take place on August 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Calais. The day begins with a Mass at St. Pierre-St. Paul Church, followed by a procession to the harbor. In the Courgain Maritime neighborhood, you can enjoy entertainment, restaurants serving seafood dishes, nautical competitions, and concerts. Feel free to explore the Courgain Maritime neighborhood to discover these activities and enjoy the day.
category.Découverte 22 August

Introduction to Radio-Controlled Flying

Calais

Introduction to Radio-Controlled Boating Members of the Calaisis Naval Model Club are offering an introduction to piloting their radio-controlled model ships. This introductory session will take place on August 22, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., in Calais. With the help of the modelers, you’ll learn the basics of radio-controlled sailing and how to operate these miniature ships.
Workshop 29 August

DIY Workshop: Personalize a Water Bottle and a Snack Box

Calais

DIY Workshop: Personalize a Water Bottle and a Snack Box Saturday, August 29, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., come enjoy a creative family activity at the Fablab on the ground floor of Calais Cœur de vie, located on Boulevard Jacquard in Calais. For 15 euros, you can customize a water bottle and a snack box. It’s a great activity to get ready for back-to-school! Everyone is welcome, accompanied by an adult. Registration and information: contact@mdnicalaisis.com, 03.66.62.50.00.

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