Dunkirk

Overview of Dunkirk

This North Sea city is best known for its fantastic carnival (and, secondarily, its UNESCO-listed belfry). Several beaches and seaside resorts lie on the outskirts (Gravelines, Bray-Dunes, Zuydcoote) in what is called the Flanders Dunes.

Key facts

• Type of place: city.

• Tourist interest: ★ (worth a stop if you are in the area).

• Location:

• Distances:

• Local time: Heure : Dunkirk.

• Population: 89,160 inhabitants (2014).

• Area: 43.89 km².

• Altitude: sea level.

• Website: http://www.dunkerque-tourisme.fr

History of Dunkirk

What to see and do in Dunkirk

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather in Dunkirk

The city has a changeable, windy, and humid temperate oceanic climate, with somewhat low temperatures in winter and not overly high ones in summer. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, peaking in autumn and winter. The best time to visit is from late May to mid-September.

Sea temperature throughout the year

Transport

Getting there

Getting around

Accommodation

Food

Useful addresses

Further information