Nord-Pas-de-Calais

General
The Nord-Pas-de-Calais region of France is in the north and is the closest region in France to the UK. Consequently the weather here isn't as mild further south in France. The region is a mixture of industry, towns and countryside. It is a popular destination for day trippers. Some British commute from the area to the UK for work.

Towns and Cities
Main towns in Nord-Pas-de-Calais are Lille (Nord), Arras (Pas-de-Calais).

Access
The area is close to the UK and is easily accessible by ferry, road, and rail. Nord-Pas-de-Calais is not well served by air from the UK.

Places of Interest
Numerous museums and monuments, ranging from Roman times to the Second World War. Dunkerque is in Nord-Pas-de-Calais and needs no introduction.


Things to do
There are things to do in Nord-Pas-de-Calais region. E.g Lille is a big city. However, if you are looking for great scenery and hot weather then it would be better to go further south in France.


Property
The Nord-Pas-de-Calais region has seen an increase in popularity with UK citizens in recent years due to primarily to its proximity to the UK rather than its charm or climate.

Property Investment Value
Prices are not out of reach, but unless you are specifically looking for a pied à terre on England's doorstep there are better regions elsewhere if you are looking to live or invest in France.

Cuisine
As with other areas of France the Nord-Pas-de-Calais is famous for its own cuisine. One of the specialties here is beer. No wonder it is popular with the day trippers!



To Conclude
Nord-Pas-de-Calais is geographically close to England and is very handy for those residents of the south of England who have easy access to ferries and trains. If you live in Northern England, Wales, or Scotland it is probably easier to head for a different region and reach France by air. Nord-Pas-de-Calais has historical significance, but doesn't have the climate or charm of French regions further to the south.