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Baincthun

Hauts-de-France, France · Europe

About Baincthun

Baincthun is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Isques, 53km from White Cliffs of Dover.

Baincthun is a town located in Hauts-de-France, France. With a population of 1,340, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Baincthun sits in France, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Paris time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Baincthun to your route.

About Baincthun

Baincthun (French: [bɛ̃ktœ̃]) is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France.

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Where is Baincthun located?

Baincthun is located in Hauts-de-France, France, Europe. The coordinates are 50.7099 latitude, 1.6807 longitude.

What is the population of Baincthun?

Baincthun has a population of approximately 1,340 people, making it a town in France.

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Quick Information

Population
1,340
Continent
Europe
Country
France
Region
Hauts-de-France
Timezone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
50.7099, 1.6807

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in France

Police
17
Ambulance
15
Fire
18
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Carrying a warning triangle and hi-vis vest in your vehicle is mandatory. Motorway emergency phones connect to official breakdown services only.

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Worth the detour from Baincthun

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Nausicaá – National Sea Centre

Europe's largest aquarium in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France with a stunning open-ocean tank and conservation mission.

7 km · about 10 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cap Gris-Nez

The closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.

19 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cap Blanc-Nez

Dazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.

24 km · about 30 min drive

castle

Dover Castle

A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.

53 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

White Cliffs of Dover

Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.

53 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Baie de Somme

A vast shimmering bay of mudflats, seals and salt-marsh: one of France's great natural estuaries.

55 km · about 65 min drive

tunnel

Channel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)

50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Baincthun

  • 19 kmCap Gris-NezThe closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
  • 24 kmCap Blanc-NezDazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
  • 56 kmChannel Tunnel (Eurotunnel)50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train

Driving in France

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.85/litre
Motorway tolls
~€10.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Baincthun.

La Capelle-lès-Boulogne

🇫🇷 France

3 km awayPop. 1,591

Isques

🇫🇷 France

4 km awayPop. 1,162

Saint-Léonard

🇫🇷 France

4 km awayPop. 4,057

Saint-Martin-Boulogne

🇫🇷 France

5 km awayPop. 12,414

Boulogne-sur-Mer

🇫🇷 France

5 km awayPop. 47,013

Saint-Étienne-au-Mont

🇫🇷 France

5 km awayPop. 5,078

Outreau

🇫🇷 France

6 km awayPop. 15,648

Condette

🇫🇷 France

7 km awayPop. 2,764

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