Named after the Somme river, which exits to the English Channel (Manche) at St Valery. Forever associated with the horrors of World War I, many areas of the departement are a haven of peace and home to a rich wildlife, especially around the Bay of the Somme. The capital city, Amiens offers a wealth of art and history and is particularly famous for its magnificient Gothic cathedral, listed as UNESCO World Heritage.
Holiday Accommodation in the Somme département: Hotels, B&Bs, self-catering
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