At first sight it may seem a heap of scrap metal, but in fact these are the stripped remains of the British steamer “H.M.S.Crested Eagle” on the beach of Zuydcoote (near Dunkirk). The wreck is a tragic reminder of the WWII Dunkirk evacuation: operation Dynamo. The Crested Eagle run aground on May 29, 1940 after being attacked by German dive bombers and set on fire, killing 300 soldiers and crew.
Operation Dynamo: between the 27th of May and the 4th of June of 1940, some 338.000 mainly British, but also French and Belgian troops were evacuated from the beaches as they fled a German advance towards the coast. The rescue was regarded as a success but there were also around 90,000 killed, wounded or taken prisoner. During the operation 243 ships were sunk and the RAF lost 106 aircraft.
The shipwrecks on the beach of Zuydcoote can only be seen at spring tides. This shot was taken during low tide on April 1st, 2018 #BeachTips! #BVSBlue #LocalSecrets #Trovember #History

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine

"Really lovely hotel in the little gem of a town - Gravelines."

SAR 392 total

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

"The staff upon arrival were very friendly and helpful. The accommodation is very clean. The beach is within walking distance. Ample secure parking is available."

SAR 381 total

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7 Sep - 8 Sep

"Bed are not really comfort"

SAR 323 total

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

Family suite | 2 adults - 3 kids | Living area | Flat-screen TV, table tennis

"Good for family with kids"

SAR 494 total

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31 Aug - 1 Sep

"It looked like a accommodation for the homeless lots of young people hanging around and drinking. The rooms were tiny just enough room for metal beds. Communal showers and toilets. I would not visit again"

"Great apartment perfect for families will definitely stay here again"

SAR 509 total

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31 Aug - 1 Sep

"Good location, clean & tidy room. Nice breakfast & parking available. Great location for travelling to Channel Tunnel."

SAR 464 total

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26 Aug - 27 Aug

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea Facing | Bathroom amenities | Shower, free toiletries, towels

"The owner was very on hand and came quickly when I couldn’t get into the building "

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Top Zuydcoote Hotel Reviews

Best Western Hotel du Lac Dunkerque

10/10 Excellent

" I stayed here with my teenage sons, the hotel was easy to reach by car and there was parking on site. The hotel was quiet and safe, staff were very pleasant and customer focused. Beds were very comfortable, we had a great walk around the lake that was behind the property. Rooms very clean and welcoming. Was easy to reach the War memorial from the hotel. Would stay here again and would recommend it."