Physical rejuvenation helps you overcome bodily fatigue.
Essential for maintaining long-term physical health, it is closely tied to a balanced lifestyle — including proper nutrition, regular physical activity, and adequate sleep.
Recharge your body in the Poppy Country.
To give your body a moment of passive rest, treat yourself to a gentle experience — a massage, meditation, or a session with a wellness professional. Take a nap outdoors, lulled by birdsong, or slip into the comfort of a cozy bed in one of our accommodations.
Take active care of your body.
Engage in gentle physical activity — walking, cycling, water sports, or horseback riding — along our scenic trails and waterways.
Let our local chefs and delicious regional dishes take care of you to fulfill your body with energie and your mind with a smile :-).
Give yourself a cognitive break in a world of constant stimulation, where everything moves too fast.
With its lush green landscapes and soothing sites of remembrance, the Poppy Country offers the perfect setting to reconnect with your inner peace.
Take a break and let go during your escapade. Leave it to our guides to help you discover the region. Let our local restaurateurs take care of the shopping and cooking. Enjoy the luxury of being pampered by our hosts.
All you’ll have to do is taking the time to explore and slow down to the pace that suits you best.
Our top picks for mental rejuvenation:
Stroll through the pathways of the Newfundland Parc in Beaumont-Hamel.
Take in the beauty of our Basilica of Notre-Dame de Brebières.
Enjoy the peace and quiet of the village of Thiepval and let yourself be awed by the grandeur of the Memorial.
Unwind while admiring the impressive meanders of the Somme from the scenic viewpoints of Frise, Éclusier-Vaux, or Camp César.
Refuel your creativity bw giving yourself a true break to nourish your mind and spark new ideas.
A walk in nature, through a park or garden, is the perfect way to reignite your creativity.
Our landscapes have even inspired great writers, such as J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings.
Our favorite spots to boost your creative spirit:
The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Brebières, Albert’s public garden, the Garden of Lilith, the Art Deco façades, and the stunning architecture of our churches and castles.
Relax by reducing the sensory stimuli that irritate you in your daily life.
Here, you’ll hear silence, the birds, the flowing water... And if by chance you catch the sound of a horn, it’s probably just two locals greeting each other.
You’ll be able to touch history and pet animals.
You’ll breathe in the sweet scents of flowers, fresh bread, homemade fries, and (sometimes) the smell of rain.
Your eyes will feast on colors and enjoy the stars without light pollution.
And your taste buds will tingle with joy from our Picard dishes.
Our suggestions to stimulate your senses:
The Public Garden and the ponds at the Velodrome of Albert, the springs of the Authie, the Peace Gardens in Thiepval and the Somme Valley.
Take time to be yourself, disconnect from constant social interactions and enjoy yourself without social pressure.
We can't determine who in your life tends to recharge your energy and fill you with positivity...
But if you choose to come alone or with people who make you feel good, we’ll have plenty of moments and wonderful encounters for you to experience.
Our suggestions for social rejuvenation:
Alone:
Wander through the streets of Albert with its Art Deco façades and small shops. Participate in one of the many cultural events in the region. Meet the locals and share one of your skills.
With family or friends:
Take a trip on the Pt'it Train of Haute Somme or visit the Museum of Aviation History and Industry. Explore the depths of the town of Albert at the Somme 1916 Museum, or visit the control tower at the airport during an exceptional tour.
Reconnect with yourself.
Foster your inner connection, nourish your soul, and cultivate a deeper sense of peace and well-being to experience spiritual renewal.
The Battle of the Somme has made our region a global pilgrimage site—a unique place to connect with both personal and collective history.
Albert is also a destination for religious pilgrimage, home to the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Brebières.
The area's tranquility and natural beauty create the perfect setting for spiritual rest, offering space to connect with something greater than oneself.
Our top picks:
Take time for yourself - it's essential for relaxing and recovering emotionally.
We invite you to get a change of scenery in calm, soothing places. Engage in peaceful activities that bring you joy and emotional well-being—something truly priceless.
We recommend: the serene remembrance sites, the Thiepval Memorial, the Somme 1916 Museum, and the Beaumont-Hamel Parc.
