Saigneville & the Bay of Somme

▶ The Bay of Somme, a Grand Site of France

Labelled as a Grand Site de France and Regional Natural Park since 2020, the Bay of Somme is the largest estuary in northern France, with its 7,200 hectares of preserved nature.

Here, the landscapes change with every tide. Seals bask on the sandbanks, migratory birds stop over by the thousands, and the light – so unique – has inspired generations of painters and photographers.

What awaits you:

• Romantic stroll along the quays of Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme

• Crossing the bay on foot at low tide with a nature guide

• Seal and bird watching

• Kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding on the Somme

• Land sailing on the beaches of Fort-Mahon

• Henson horse rides

• Cycling along the towpath or the Vélomaritime

• Discovery by Tuk-Tuk

To plan your activities: www.somme-tourisme.com/la-baie-de-somme

▶ Saigneville, our village

Saigneville is a small Picard village halfway between the city (Abbeville, 11 km away) and the sea (Saint-Valéry-sur-Somme, 9 km away). An ideal location for exploring the entire Bay.

The village has a history that dates back to the Middle Ages, to the time when the sea still came crashing against the cliffs. It is up there, thirty meters above sea level, that our Presbytery stands. Below, salt marshes were once exploited according to the tides.

Things to discover in Saigneville:

• The 13th-century Saint-Fuscien church and its listed bell

• The Blanquetaque ford, a historic site from the Hundred Years' War

• The Three Springs trail, at the foot of the cliff

• Petit-Port, along the Somme

▶ Your Instant Pass

Offered with every stay , the Instant Pass gives you access to discounts at numerous local partners: artisans, restaurants, nature activities (crossing the Bay, canoeing, Tuk-Tuk…) and many others.

All information: www.lepassduninstant.fr

▶ Our favorite partners

Baie de Somme Exploration – Contact Vincent on our behalf for exploration adventures and a fun, unique way to discover the region: www.baiedesomme-exploration.fr

Brasserie de la Somme – Our brewing partner. Shop and bar open Fridays and Saturdays in Domart-en-Ponthieu. www.brasseriedelasomme.fr

Bay of Somme Zero Carbon– Created by tourism professionals in June 2009, the Baie de Somme Zéro Carbone association is a private initiative which aims to preserve this unique territory that is the Baie de Somme.

We proudly joined this green network in 2024. Visit their website to learn about all the initiatives and events: www.baiedesomme-zerocarbone.org

Le Saltimbanque – Without a doubt, one of the best restaurants in our beautiful region, with chef Sébastien Porquet at the helm. A gastronomic must-try, and we're privileged to share our craft beers with you. Book your unforgettable culinary experience here: www.lesaltimbanque.fr

Lieu-dit du Moulin, 80850 Eaucourt sur Somme

Le Vignoble - Don't hesitate to visit our wine shop in Abbeville to discover not only our beers but also a fine selection of wines and spirits: www.levignoble-caviste.fr/fr