Picardy is a thriving region and Hotel Blanchard is conveniently situated between the mediaeval town of Abbeville and the historic Forest of Crecy where Edward the Black Prince defeated King Philip IVs French forces in 1346. Nearby lies the city of Amiens with its 13th century gothic cathedral, one of the largest in France. The easy French way of life is ever present, in the pavement cafes, colourful markets, elegant bistros and relaxed pace.

The region is also home to numerous thought-provoking and not to be missed battlefields and monuments to World War I.  Whatever your reasons for visiting Picardy you will never be short of places to visit and things to do.