scenic viewpoint
Cap Gris-Nez
The closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
12 km · about 25 min drive
Hauts-de-France, France · Europe
Rinxent is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Hardinghen, 45km from White Cliffs of Dover.
Rinxent is a town located in Hauts-de-France, France. With a population of 2,848, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Rinxent 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 Rinxent to your route.
Rinxent (French pronunciation: [ʁɛ̃ksɑ̃]; West Flemish: Erningsem) is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France.
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Rinxent is located in Hauts-de-France, France, Europe. The coordinates are 50.8071 latitude, 1.7290 longitude.
Rinxent has a population of approximately 2,848 people, making it a town in France.
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scenic viewpoint
The closest point in France to England, a windswept headland of cliffs, lighthouse and migrating birds.
12 km · about 25 min drive
landmark
Europe's largest aquarium in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France with a stunning open-ocean tank and conservation mission.
13 km · about 25 min drive
scenic viewpoint
Dazzling white chalk cliffs on the Opal Coast with views across the Channel to England on clear days.
13 km · about 25 min drive
natural wonder
Iconic chalk cliffs reaching up to 110 meters high along the English Channel, symbolizing Britain for centuries.
45 km · about 50 min drive
castle
A medieval fortress overlooking the English Channel, known as the Key to England due to its strategic defensive significance.
46 km · about 55 min drive
tunnel
50 km tunnel under the English Channel - drive your car on the train
51 km · about 60 min drive
April to October
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