Colorful works by Patricia Cunha suspended on the boulevards of Calais ©Just'in The Box

Calais, an XXL shopping destination

In Calais and its surroundings, shopping has always been a must! If the commercial dynamism of the crossings to Great Britain with typically French products such as cheeses or wines are always in the minds of visitors, the pleasure of mixing shopping and visits can be found throughout the destination! Between local shops, food, souvenirs, to major international brands, Calais has what it takes to promise you an XXL shopping stopover.

Shopping in the heart of the city

If you are looking for a local, local business that reflects our very Calais character, it is in the picturesque and lively streets of Calais that you must go. The famous Rue Royale and its red-brick facades, offers a wide range of shops. From the concept store of emblematic clothing 'Calaisfornia', passing by the 'Maison des Fromages et des Vins' or even the 'Atelier du chocolat'... Everything here is focused on the practical, useful and slightly chauvinistic souvenir. In this district of Calais Nord, the shopkeepers with their warm and legendary welcome have the advantage of mixing with the good addresses for having a drink or eating. The ideal area for a window shopping trip combined with a delicious lunch, since everything is accessible on foot and within a radius of one kilometer.

Rue Royale, the central artery of Calais' commercial and gastronomic life. ©Lyzebre

Rue Royale and the Four Boulevards

By daring a few more steps towards the city centre of Calais, the Quatre Boulevards meet at the foot of the magnificent Grand Théâtre. On these shopping streets, a chocolatier, a large decoration house, an art house cinema in the heart of the city and sandwich shops rub shoulders with services. Newsagents, pharmacies and other shops meet all your needs during your stay. Every summer, it is also the setting for an urban art that sets up for the season: perfect for summer strolls.

Colorful works by Patricia Cunha suspended on the boulevards of Calais ©Just'in The Box
Patricia Cunha's colorful windmills hanging above the boulevards. ©Just'in The Box

EUROPE CITY AND GOOD DEALS AT CHANNEL OUTLET

For fashion lovers, a very large shopping experience accessible under one roof, there is no doubt, go to the colossal Cité Europe shopping center. Directly accessible from the motorway, this shopping complex offers an incomparable shopping experience. Located in Coquelles, a few minutes from Calais, it offers a multitude of internationally renowned boutiques. Whether you are looking for major brands, fashion or everyday items, you will inevitably find your current pleasure. For a successful getaway: an entire part of the center is dedicated to gourmet food for a well-deserved meal break to browse the aisles. The Cité Gourmande is home to many restaurants and above all, a plethora of culinary styles: brasseries, world cuisine, coffee shops and even the specialty of the moment, the donut store! Enough to recharge your batteries between two intensive shopping sessions.

Cite Europe shopping center

Located just across from Cité Europe stands the iconic arch of Channel Outlet, a true paradise for bargain hunters. Also located in Coquelles, this clearance store offers impressive discounts on a wide range of products, from fashion to homeware. Following in the tradition of 'Factory Outlets', Channel Outlet offers attractive deals all year round, giving visitors the chance to make substantial savings on quality products from well-known brands.

Channel Outlet
View of the Cité Europe shopping center and its iconic glass roof. ©Nohcab
The Channel Outlet Markdown Center and its stores displaying -30% all year round! ©Channel Outlet