Rent a holiday house close to the First World War sites and monuments, or a seaside villa near the sandy beaches of the north coast. Visit the historic city of Lille or one of the many other venues hosting festivals and diverse cultural events. Participate in a wide range of sporting activities including watersports on the Opal Coast. Absorb the many influences on architecture, from Flemish through Classical and Modern, which make this region next to Belgium such an itneresting choice. and of course the Nord Pas-de-Calais is readily accessible from England, making this a great choice for a weekend trip.