Deux-Caps Photos Festival
Open-air photography festival on the Grand Site des Deux-Caps
About Deux-Caps Photos
Created in 2022 by the Maison du Site des Deux-Caps, the Deux-Caps Photos Festival is a unique photographic event that annually displays over 250 large-format photographs outdoors across the communes of the Grand Site de France des Deux-Caps. From May to November, about twenty professional photographers exhibit their works on the coastal paths, cliffs, dunes, and villages, offering a striking dialogue between the image and the landscape. A photo marathon, artist encounters, and workshops complete this six-month event.
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The Deux-Caps Photos Festival: Open-air photography
The Deux-Caps Photos Festival is a singular photographic event that transforms the Grand Site de France des Deux-Caps into a vast open-air gallery. Since 2022, from May to November, over 250 large-format photographs are displayed outdoors across 14 communes along the Opal Coast, between Cap Gris-Nez and Cap Blanc-Nez.
An exceptional photographic journey
The exhibitions are spread across the communes of the Grand Site: Wissant, Sangatte-Blériot-Plage, Escalles, Tardinghen, Audinghen, Audresselles, Ambleteuse, and Wimereux, among others. The photographs, printed in very large format, are installed on outdoor supports along the paths, in village squares, facing the sea, or in the dunes.
Talented photographers
Each edition invites about twenty professional photographers who exhibit their perspectives on nature, landscapes, fauna, and flora. The themes are varied: wildlife photography, seascapes, macro photography, nature portraits, aerial photography. The dialogue between the images and the landscapes they represent or border creates a unique visual experience.
A festive opening weekend
The festival opens with an inaugural weekend in May, during which visitors can meet the photographers and discuss their techniques and artistic approaches. It's a special time for sharing between artists and photography enthusiasts.
The Photo Marathon
The Photo Marathon, organized during the Ascension weekend, is a participatory event open to all. Amateur and experienced photographers explore the Grand Site des Deux-Caps in search of the most beautiful images, in a spirit of conviviality and discovery.
Six months of outdoor exhibition
One of the festival's unique features is its exceptional duration: from May to November, the exhibitions remain in place, allowing walkers and tourists to discover them throughout the season. The route can be done on foot, by bike, or by car, offering an original way to explore the Grand Site des Deux-Caps.
An exceptional territory
The Grand Site de France des Deux-Caps is one of the most remarkable natural sites on the French coast. Its spectacular cliffs, wild dunes, vast beaches, and charming villages provide a perfect setting for nature and landscape photography.
Deux-Caps Photos — edition 2026
The 5th edition of the Deux-Caps Photos Festival will take place from May to November 2026 across the communes of the Grand Site des Deux-Caps. Outdoor exhibitions, photographer encounters, and a Photo Marathon are planned.
5th Edition - May to November 2026
The Deux-Caps Photos Festival returns for its 5th edition from May to November 2026. The list of photographers and the exhibition route will be announced in spring 2026.
Highlights Deux-Caps Photos 2026
To remember for 2026
- 5th edition of the Deux-Caps Photos Festival
- Outdoor exhibitions from May to November
- Encounters with photographers
- Photo Marathon during Ascension
Prices Deux-Caps Photos 2026
Practical information — Deux-Caps Photos
Practical Information
Location
The exhibitions are spread across 14 communes of the Grand Site de France des Deux-Caps, mainly around Wissant, between Cap Gris-Nez and Cap Blanc-Nez.
Dates
The festival runs from May to November. The opening weekend takes place in early May, the Photo Marathon during the Ascension weekend.
Prices
Access to the outdoor exhibitions is free.
Access
By car: The Grand Site des Deux-Caps is accessible via the A16 (exit 37 - Marquise/Wissant or exit 38 - Sangatte). Parking available in the various communes.
By train: Stations in Calais-Ville or Marquise-Rinxent, then bus or car.
Practical Tips
- Wear good walking shoes to explore the coastal paths.
- A map of the route is available at the tourist offices and on the festival website.
- The route is bike-friendly: rentals available on site.
- Take advantage of the Photo Marathon to actively participate in the festival.
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Where does it take place — Deux-Caps Photos
Grand Site de France des Deux-Caps
Maison du Site des Deux-Caps, 62179 Wissant