A26 exit 17 Faux de Verzy, France A lovely walk on well-signed paths through one of the curiosities of the forest.
A26 between exits 1-2 Aires de Zutkerque, France Zutkerque (Southbound) If you're heading straight from the ferry terminal to the motorway south, then this is the first chance for the pooch to do a bit of scratching and sniffing on French soil.
A26 exit 2 dog walk in the Forest and World War 2 Museum, France Junction 2 There's something here to please all the family, and the dog definitely gets a good deal too! The outdoor museum is a popular attraction for anyone interested in military history, however remotely.
A26 exit 2, dog walk in the Forest, France Junction 2 An enormous forest with a number of trails to choose from, or just to chill out under the trees with a picnic while the dog explores the many scents on offer.
A26 exit 2 family motorway break, France Junction 2 Popular relaxation spot for families, with lake and amusement park for watersports and fun. Cruising pedaloe swans for hire, irresistible.
A26 exit 2 Forest dog walk, France Junction 2 The leafy glades of the Forest of Tournehem give welcome shade to walkers in summer and form a very effective natural umbrella on wet days.
A26 exit 3 St Omer dog walk in the park, France Junction 3 This quaint small town with its celebrated gothic-style cathedral, elegant Flanders town houses and thriving market is an ideal place for a first (or last) night in France.
A26/4-5 France Aire du Riez, France Grand Riez / Villefleur We've included this to let you know that for an emergency pitstop this Aire is available. It's not great - but hey, in a desperate situation who cares?
A26 Aire le Reveillon dog stop between Jct 5 and 6, France Le Reveillon / La Grande Bucaille The Aire de Repose that appear every 20km or so - and always have WCs and usually picnic tables - are a real bonus of the French motorway system.
A26 exit 8 dog walk in Bourlon, France Junction 8 This walk starts at a small, and impeccably maintained, memorial to Canadian soldiers from WW1 and then follows a forest path where dogs are able to run off lead.
A26 Exit 9 Monastery dog walks, France Junction 9 There are three fabulous dog walks very close to each other here.
A26 exit 9 Canalside dog walk, France Junction 9 If you're looking for peace and quiet and a complete getaway from the motorway network then this might be the answer.
