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Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
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This charming small town in the Baie de Somme boasts several historic buildings, some dating back to the Middle Ages. From here, you can also explore the bay or, in season, take the Baie de Somme tourist train that connects Le Crotoy to Cayeux.
Overview of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
This charming small town in Bay of Somme boasts several historic buildings, some dating back to the Middle Ages. From Saint-Valery, you can also explore the bay or, in season, take the Baie de Somme tourist train that connects Le Crotoy to Cayeux.
Key Facts
- Type of place: small town.
- Tourist interest: (worth seeing).
- Location: in the Somme department, at the heart of the bay of the same name.
- Distances:
- Local time: .
- Population: 2,562 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 10.5 km².
- Altitude: sea level.
- Website: https://www.tourisme-baiedesomme.fr/
History of Saint-Valery-sur-Somme
What to See and Do
The town of Saint-Valery blends a port area followed by a promenade along the bay, a fortified old town on its heights, and the former sailors' quarter, the Courtgain, in the lower town. Together, they give the town a distinct charm.
Baie de Somme Steam Railway
This small tourist steam train runs seasonally between Le Crotoy and Cayeux via Saint-Valéry, offering a unique way to explore the Baie de Somme.
This small tourist steam train runs seasonally between Le Crotoy and Cayeux via Saint-Valéry, offering a unique way to explore the Baie de Somme.
Picarvie Museum
This is the museum of old Picardy trades from the 19th century, featuring a collection of 6,000 tools spanning 40 different crafts, showcased in a reconstructed Picardy village.
This is the museum of old Picardy trades from the 19th century, featuring a collection of 6,000 tools spanning 40 different crafts, showcased in a reconstructed Picardy village.
In the Surroundings
Bay of Somme
This nature reserve offers stunning landscapes and a haven for numerous birds and even seals. The area is tourist-friendly, with activities like hiking and canoeing. In season, the site can be explored via the Bay of Somme tourist train, which runs from Le Crotoy to Cayeux. It’s also where the traditional "hut hunting" activity takes place.
This nature reserve offers stunning landscapes and a haven for numerous birds and even seals. The area is tourist-friendly, with activities like hiking and canoeing. In season, the site can be explored via the Bay of Somme tourist train, which runs from Le Crotoy to Cayeux. It’s also where the traditional "hut hunting" activity takes place.
Climate and Weather
The town has a "changeable" oceanic climate—mild and humid—with relatively low temperature variation, neither too cold in winter nor too hot in summer. Rainfall is spread throughout the year. The best time to visit is from late May to mid-September.
Sea Temperature Throughout the Year
| Jan. | Feb. | Mar. | Apr. | May | Jun. | Jul. | Aug. | Sep. | Oct. | Nov. | Dec. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint-Valery | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 9 |
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Bay of Somme
★★★★ This nature reserve offers stunning landscapes and a haven for numerous birds and even seals. The area is tourist-friendly, with activities…
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Baie de Somme Steam Railway
★★ This small tourist steam train runs seasonally between Le Crotoy and Cayeux via Saint-Valéry, offering a unique way to explore the Baie de…
Picarvie Museum
★ This is the museum of old Picardy trades from the 19th century, featuring a collection of 6,000 tools spanning 40 different crafts…