Dunkerque Port Est, part of the Grand Port Maritime de Dunkerque, is a major port on France's North Sea coast. Ranking 7th in the Northern Europe Range, it excels at handling heavy bulk cargo, ore, coal, and containerized fruit imports. Passenger ferry services connect Dunkerque Port Est to Dover across the English Channel.

While the port area focuses on industry, Dunkerque offers historical and cultural attractions. Explore the Musée Portuaire, a 19th-century tobacco warehouse transformed into a captivating museum. Learn about whaling, cod fishing, and historic ships like the three-mast Duchesse Anne, moored at the quayside. Ascend the Beffroi de Dunkerque, a UNESCO-listed belfry offering panoramic city views. Don't miss the carillon of 48 bells, a delightful auditory experience. For those seeking shopping options, specialty and gift shops like Griffondor and Critik are a great starting point. Centre Marine caters to a wider range of shopping needs.