Le Dragon de Calais
A 25-metre mechanical dragon that patrols the Calais seafront. Visitors can ride on its back, and it spouts water and fire, making it a favourite with families.
The Dragon of Calais was built by the Nantes mechanical animal team and has paraded along the Calais seafront boulevard since 2019. It is about 25 metres long and weighs around 70 tonnes, with room for up to about 50 passengers on its back. It can raise its head, flap its wings, spout water and puff smoke. A ride lasts about 40 minutes and must be booked on the official website, at around €15. You can also watch it parade along the seafront for free without riding. Schedules vary by season, so check before setting out.
Opening hours
Seasonal; check website for schedule
Nearby sights
- Calais Town Hall & The Burghers of Calais
- Cité de la Dentelle et de la Mode
- Cap Blanc-Nez
- Wissant Beach
- Atlantic Wall Museum (Batterie Todt)
- Cap Gris-Nez
- Dunes de la Slack
- Audresselles