15 days in Amiens Itinerary

Lovers of literature will adore Amiens as the hometown of author Jules Verne, along with the Somme canal linked to the Canal du Nord that runs through the town to the English Channel.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amiens: Chateau de Chantilly (in Chantilly City), Rouen (Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, &more) and Honfleur (Saint Catherine's Catholic Church, Vieux Bassin, &more). On the 17th (Sun), enjoy a perfect day by the water at Le Touquet Beach. And it doesn't end there: admire the natural beauty at Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens, get engrossed in the history at Maison de Jules Verne, and steep yourself in history at Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial.

To find other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Amiens route maker.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport, Lille-Lesquin Airport and Lille International Rail Station. Expect a daytime high around 60°F in April, and nighttime lows around 42°F.