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Located in the Picardy region of northern France on the Somme river. Amiens impresses with France's tallest Gothic cathedral and the unique Hortillonnages, floating market gardens in the heart of the city. Jules Verne's former home and his collection pay tribute to the great visionary of adventure literature.

What awaits you

City tripMuseumsNature

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Best time to visit

June–August: up to 24°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

Cooler winters (8°C). Best visited in June–August.

Max. temperature
7°
Jan
10°
Feb
12°
Mar
14°
Apr
19°
May
22°
Jun
23°
Jul
24°
Aug
21°
Sep
17°
Oct
11°
Nov
8°
Dec
Sunshine hours
4h
Jan
4h
Feb
6h
Mar
8h
Apr
10h
May
12h
Jun
11h
Jul
10h
Aug
8h
Sep
6h
Oct
4h
Nov
2h
Dec
Rain days
12d
Jan
11d
Feb
14d
Mar
13d
Apr
11d
May
7d
Jun
13d
Jul
9d
Aug
13d
Sep
13d
Oct
13d
Nov
14d
Dec

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Amiens as a Vacation Destination

Amiens is an excellent choice for city breaks. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 24°C.

The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
FR
Camping
Tent & caravan