2 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.

You've now added Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 14th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at Maison de Jules Verne, admire the natural beauty at Les Hortillonnages d'Amiens, and then Head underground at La Cite souterraine de Naours. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale Notre-Dame d'Amiens, then take a stroll through St-Leu, then make a trip to Australian National Memorial, and finally steep yourself in history at Beaumont-Hamel Newfoundland Memorial.

For more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Amiens vacation maker website.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport, Lille-Lesquin Airport and Lille International Rail Station. In August in Amiens, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night.