Helicopter flights near the Opal Coast

Dreaming of taking off in a helicopter, but not sure which sites are closest to Wimereux? Thrill-seekers, this article is for you: discover the sites you can fly over.

Le Havre

This helicopter flight lets you discover Haute-Normandie. Booking couldn't be simpler: just head to the Funbooker website, which offers activities all over France at affordable prices. For this flight over Le Havre, you can choose between several packages: Cap Honfleur (15 minutes), Cap Falaises d’Étretat (25 minutes), Cap Deauville, Cap Normandie (60 minutes). The last, one-hour flight lets you discover Le Havre, Deauville, Cabourg, Honfleur, Pont de Normandie, Étretat and Fécamp. All of it from the air, alongside an experienced pilot.

Paris and Versailles

If voir la côte d’opale d’en haut en hélicoptère isn't what you're after, you can also head straight to the capital, which offers a whole range of cultural and historical wonders. But rather than joining the crowds of tourists, why not make the most of the helicopter flight to discover Paris in a different way? The bonus: seeing Versailles from up above, especially its hugely impressive gardens.

Mont-Saint-Michel

Another gem well worth the trip: Mont-Saint-Michel. Listed as patrimoine mondial de l’UNESCO, this imposing abbey built atop a mount never fails to fascinate visitors from around the world. And with good reason: the whole bay is a sight to behold, with rich and varied wildlife and plant life. Admiring such scenery from the air is a truly exceptional experience. During the helicopter flight, you'll sit alongside an expert pilot. Here too, you can choose between several packages, depending on flight time: Cap La Merveille (12 minutes), Cap Abbaye du Mont-Saint-Michel (25 min), Cap Cotentin et Îles Chausey (60 minutes). Unforgettable memories guaranteed!

The Châteaux of the Loire

You'll need to allow around five hours' drive from Wimereux, but the scenery is well worth the trip. The Châteaux of the Loire comprise no fewer than 3,000 historic buildings, some of which rank among the most impressive in France. Follow in the footsteps of the most famous kings and queens aboard a helicopter flying over the Loire Valley. Chenonceau, Amboise, le Clos Lucé, Chinon, Ussé, Azay le Rideau: you're guaranteed to be dazzled! In just under an hour, the helicopter flight offers thrilling sensations and an exclusive 360° panorama over this history-rich site. Not to be missed!