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Historique De La Seconde Guerre Mondiale
The Historique de la seconde guerre mondiale depicts all events that transformed the world majorly, during World War II such as the Poland campaign, bombing of Hiroshima, and Japanese capitulation. Located in Ambleteuse, on the road between Calais and Wimereux, just a few kilometers away from Boulogne sur mer this museum covers an area of 800 square meters with 120 models on display.
Opening Hours: 1st April to 15th October: 9.30 am to 6.00 pm, Weekends: 10 am to 6 pm; In July and August: 9.30 am to 6.00 pm and 10 am to 7.00 pm, Closed in December, January and February.
Address: Historique de la seconde guerre Mondiale CD 940 - 62164 AMBLETEUSE
Tel: +33 (0)3 21 87 33 01
Fax: +33 (0)3 21 87 35 01
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Musée de la Guerre de Calais
The Musée de la Guerre de Calais is situated opposite the Town Hall of Calais and the blockhouse has served as command post to the German Army during World War II. After the war was over, this bunker was transformed into a museum to display articles, exhibitions and other collections such as flags, arms, uniforms, weapons, newspapers, planes and information relating to World War II. Those interested in historical heritage of the cities/towns they visit, the War Musuems of Calais are a great source of information.
Opening Hours: February 1st to April 30th: 11 am to 5 pm, Closed on Tuesdays; October 1st to November 15th: 11 am to 5 pm, Closed on Tuesdays; May 1st to September 30th: 10 am to 6 pm, Open everyday
Address: Musée de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale, Parc Saint Pierre - 62100 Calais
Tel: +33 (0)3 21 34 21 57
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Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Dentelle (Fine Art and Lace Museum)
The Musée des Beaux Arts et de la Dentelle in Calais was designed by architect Paul Pamart in 1966 and has been divided into two departments, namely, lace and fine arts. The division has been made of the basis of old and new elements in lace manufacturing, whereby on one side you will find old antique handicrafts from the 18th to 20th century. The other side contains machine and handmade lace designed into various forms such as accessories, costumes and lingerie. Other than lace exhibitions, included are sculptures by Rodin and by Dutch and Flemish artists.
Opening Hours: Weekdays: 10 am to 12 noon and 2 pm to 5.30 pm, Open everyday; Weekends: Saturdays : 10 am to 12 noon and 2 pm to 6.30 pm, Sundays: 2 pm to 6.30 pm. Closed on Tuesdays and public holidays.
Address: 25 rue Richelieu- 62100 Calais
Tel: +33 (0)3 21 46 48 40
Le Blockhaus d'Eperlecques
The museum of Eperlecques was a former bunker of the Germans whose construction was initiated by General Dornberger in 1942 during World War II with the intention and as a part of a plan to attack England. Today the bunker which is renovated into a museum stands as a testimony of many events that have taken place during the war, such as construction of V1 and V2 rockets. An interactive analysis of the main happening of the war tells us the story of what the world was during the war. The museum is just 30 minutes drive from Calais and so easily accessible.
Opening Hours: April to October: 10 am to 12 noon and 2.15 pm to 6 pm; May to September: 10 am to 7 pm; March to November : 2.15 pm to 5 pm; Closed from 1st December to 28th February
Address: Rue de Sart, 62910 Eperlecques, Calais
Tel: +33 (0)3 21 88 44 22
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Fort D'ambleteuse
Fort D'ambleteuse was built by Vauban between 1682 and 1690 to guard the Port of Calais. The fort has gone through many renovations and transformations since its construction. The Germans have used the fort during World War II when it was destroyed to a great extent. Now it is owned by an association called "Les Amis du fort d'Ambleteuse" who has transformed it into a museum to encourage the historical and natural treasures of Calais.
Address: 6 Boulevard de la Liberté 59 800 LILLE ou BP 23 - 62164 AMBLETEUSE
Tel: +33 (0)3 20 54 61 54, +33 (0)3 21 32 60 44
