The Opal Coast attracts tourists in search of cooler weather: 'Even people from the South are coming up here!'
Visitor numbers along the Pas-de-Calais and Nord coastline, known for its vast sandy beaches and temperatures rarely exceeding 30°C (86°F), have risen sharply compared to 2025.
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