What is Capécure in Boulogne-sur-Mer?

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Capécure is the industrial zone of the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer, on the left bank of the Liane River. According to the Port Boulogne Calais, it is "the main processing and marketing hub for seafood in Europe": more than 5,000 jobs are linked to it and more than 300,000 tons of seafood pass through each year.

Which companies operate in Capécure?

Mainly companies in the fishing industry.

The Boulonnais Agglomeration has 54 fish wholesalers, 19 secondary processing companies, and 40 trading companies. The Agglomeration also accounts for 600 jobs in seafood transport. Why is it considered the leading fishing port in France? Because the Boulogne-sur-Mer fish market remains the largest in France, both in volume and value. According to the 2025 port report, 32,500 tonnes were sold there in 2025, at an average of €2.83 per kilo, for nearly €92 million. The fleet comprises approximately 120 boats.

How does the fish market work?

The fish market sells over 70 species, 6 days a week, and sales have been computerized since February 2008, according to the Agglomeration's page on the port. Approved buyers purchase via electronic auction, and the goods are delivered throughout Europe the very next day.

Who else comes to work at the port?

Researchers and trainers.

The port is home to Ifremer, Anses, the University of the Littoral Opal Coast, and the Aquimer cluster, established in 1999, as detailed on the port's research and training page. A €6.5 million, five-year program, detailed in the port's 2025 report, is renovating the roads and lighting in Capécure.

Nabil's tip: Many of our clients at Capécure are buyers, technicians, or auditors who return several times a year. When booking, please specify your arrival time and the company name for the invoice: everything will be ready when you arrive, even if it's late.

How do I get to Capécure from the hotel?

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The easiest way is to go on foot. From the hotel, the Marguet bridge is about 200 meters away: once you have crossed the Liane, you are on the Capécure side. The meeting point for heritage tours is, in fact, "in front of the anchor on the Pont Marguet, on the Capécure side," according to the City of Art and History program.

How long does it take to walk to the main sites?

Here are the estimated distances from the hotel, calculated using OpenStreetMap:

- Quai Gambetta and its fish stalls: approximately 500 meters, 7 minutes;

- University of the Littoral campus in Capécure: approximately 400 meters, 6 minutes;

- L'Embarcadère, the performance and convention center: approximately 600 meters, 8 minutes; - Capécure multimodal hub: approximately 850 meters, about ten minutes. Where to park in Capécure? At the Capécure multimodal hub, on Rue Montebello. Opened in September 2022, it has 256 free parking spaces, including 6 accessible spaces, on two levels, according to the Boulonnais Agglomeration. If you work there all day, this is the easiest solution. For overnight stays, the Q-Park Quai de la Poste covered parking garage is 150 meters from the hotel.

Which bus should I take to Capécure?

The Marinéo network serves the Capécure stop with several lines. Check the line and schedule on the network map before your journey: walking from the hotel is often just as fast as taking the bus.

How do I get to Boulogne-sur-Mer by train?

Boulogne-Ville train station is 1.3 km from the hotel. From Paris, trains go through Gare du Nord; Regional train schedules are available on TER Hauts-de-France. If you arrive without a car, you can then walk throughout your stay between the hotel, Capécure, and the city center.

A concrete example: A buyer arrives by train on Monday evening, drops off their belongings, and has dinner in town. On Tuesday morning, they walk across the Marguet bridge to their appointments with the fishmongers, return to the city center for lunch, and then leave again on Wednesday after a final visit.

How to plan around the port's opening hours?

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The port comes alive early in the morning. The fish market operates 6 days a week, and sales take place at the start of the day so that the fish can be delivered all over Europe the very next day. If you have an appointment at the fish market or with a fishmonger, plan to stay overnight rather than driving through the night.

What time can I arrive at the hotel?

Any time. The reception at the Faidherbe Hotel is open 24/7: you can arrive late after a long day of driving, or return after an evening of work, without a code or key box. This is an important point when your schedule depends on the arrival of the fishing boats.

Is it possible to have an early breakfast?

Breakfast is served at the table from 7:00 am to 10:30 am, as an optional extra for €10 per person.

If your appointment starts before 7:00 AM, please notify reception the day before to arrange your departure.

Where can I buy fresh fish at the port?

On the Quai Gambetta, on the city center side, fishing families sell their fish at stalls, with opening hours that depend on the arrival of the boats and the tide, as explained by Nausicaá. It's about a 7-minute walk from the hotel.

Can I stay overnight in Boulogne-sur-Mer before the ferry to Ireland?

Yes, it's even recommended.

Since June 2026, Hibernia Line has connected Boulogne-sur-Mer to Cork, Ireland, with six crossings per week in each direction. Departures from Boulogne are at 10 pm, Monday to Saturday, according to the Port Boulogne Calais press release. Crossings from Cork arrive in Boulogne the following day: an overnight stay in a hotel will allow you to leave refreshed.

Nabil's tip: If you arrive by ferry from Cork, please let us know your arrival time at the port. The reception is open 24/7, and you can park your vehicle at the Q-Park 150 meters away for the night.

Where to organize a meeting or seminar near the port?

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Two venues are within walking distance of the hotel. L'Embarcadère, a show and convention center, is on the Capécure side, about an 8-minute walk away. Nausicaá, about a fifteen-minute walk away, also welcomes companies for meetings, conferences, and parties, for groups of 25 to 800 people.

Which room should you choose for a business trip?

If you're traveling alone, the Single Room is sufficient for one or two nights. For more space, the Double Room has a large bed. For two colleagues, the Twin Room offers two separate beds. Fiber optic Wi-Fi covers the entire hotel, and you will receive your bill upon departure for your expense report.

Where to have dinner after a day in Capécure?

In the city center, just a few minutes' walk away. If you don't want to search, our evening stopover package includes your room, dinner at a nearby restaurant, and breakfast, all on a single reservation and invoice.

How to accommodate a team?

For a group of technicians or an audit team, please contact us before booking to check availability for your dates and receive a single invoice.

If your stay includes free time, our guide to accommodations near Nausicaá provides opening hours and sightseeing tips. Nabil's tip: For repeat stays, book directly on our website. You'll have the same contact person and can arrange late arrivals or very early departures directly with us. Important information: There are no hotels in Capécure, the industrial area of the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer. The Faidherbe Hotel is in the city center, about 200 meters from the Marguet bridge, which leads to Capécure. Enjoy free parking at the multimodal hub, walk to your appointments, and take advantage of our 24-hour reception for those with unusual port hours. For neighboring towns, see our guide Saint-Martin-Boulogne, Outreau and Wimille.

Is there a hotel in Capécure?

No, Capécure is an industrial area.

The Faidherbe Hotel is in the city center, a few minutes' walk via the Marguet Bridge. How long is it to walk from the hotel to Capécure? Approximately 5 minutes to the beginning of Capécure, and about 10 minutes to the multimodal transport hub. Where can I park for free in Capécure? At the Capécure multimodal transport hub, on Rue Montebello: 256 free parking spaces. Is the fish market open every day? It operates 6 days a week, with sales early in the morning. Can I arrive late at the hotel? Yes, the reception is open 24/7. Does the hotel provide a business invoice? ?

Yes, you will receive an invoice upon departure for your expense report.

Can I stay in a hotel before the ferry to Cork?

Yes, departures are at 10 PM, Monday to Saturday, from the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer.