Description: Chemin de fer de la Baie de Somme is a pleasant antique steam train that follows a horseshoe route of about an hour around the Baie de la Somme, between St Valery-sur-Somme and Cayeux-sur-Mer. This is a fantastic route if you enjoy wildlife.

Location: Travelling from the A16 junction 23 via the D40 and D940 to Le Crotoy. Follow the signs for the station.

General Info: The full return journey from Le Crotoy to Cayeux is €14.50* adults, €10.70* children aged 4-18. Train runs every day in July/August. At other times check website.

Website: http://www.cfbs.eu/fr/

Our recommendations: There are a few evenings in peak season when it is possible to have an evening meal on board – book well ahead. To the north of Le Crotoy, the Parc Ornothologique du Marquenterre is worth a visit for bird lovers. The Bird Centre is a good introduction to ornithology before observing the huge variety of birds in the Parc Ornithologique. In the summer months birds of prey displays take place.

For the children: We find that our children usually enjoy the first half hour or so of a train ride. After that they get a bit restless. So try to plan your journey so you can stop half way for a picnic, but be careful not to miss train connections.

* please note that price are subject to chance, so check the providers’ website for latest details

 

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