Take a gourmet break on your way to or from the Paris and Lille Olympics with Calais Vins and Olivier Vins! With Paris hosting the 2024 Olympics, sports enthusiasts from the UK who are heading to Paris and Lille for the games via Calais are invited to take a gourmet stop at Calais Vins and Olivier Vins. The two renowned wine stores stock a vast selection of duty-free wines, spirits and beers, and they’re a perfect pit stop for any Olympic traveler as you’ll get an extra 10% off wines if you have a ticket for the games!
Calais to Paris
Paris is approximately 295 kilometers (about 183 miles) from Calais. The drive takes around 3 hours via the A16 and A1 motorways. Paris, the host city for the 2024 Olympics, will be bustling with activities and events, making it a must-visit destination for sports fans (see our guide for Paris visitors in The Good Life France Magazine – free to read).
Calais to Lille
Lille is much closer, at around 110 kilometers (about 68 miles) from Calais. The drive is roughly 1 hour via the A16 and A25 motorways. Lille will host handball and basketball events, offering a relaxed but equally exciting atmosphere. This student city has the youngest population in France, making it a lively and enjoyable year-round destination. For more detailed information on the Olympics in Lille, check out Calais Vins’ guide to Lille 2024 Olympics by a local!
A Must-Visit Stop in Calais
Calais Vins and Olivier Vins offer a fantastic selection of wines, spirits and beers at duty-free prices – plus you can claim back 15% VAT.
Calais Vins is close to the ferry ports at junction 44 on the A16 motorway and has more than 2,000 wines, including famous French labels and international favorites. You’ll also find a wide variety of champagnes, whiskies, and other spirits. The friendly and knowledgeable staff at Calais Vins are always ready to assist, offering expert advice and personalized recommendations and they are happy to help in English. They will also guide you through the seamless process to claim the VAT back.
Olivier Vins is very close to the Eurotunnel terminal in Frethun, just 5 minutes from Le Shuttle. Specializing in high-quality French wines, the shop prides itself on curating a collection that showcases the best of French viticulture. In addition to wines, they stock a range of perfect draft kegs, craft beers and premium spirits.
Both stores offer tasting sessions, allowing you to sample a variety of wines and spirits before making your purchase.
The Benefits of Duty-Free Shopping
One of the biggest advantages of shopping at Calais Vins and Olivier Vins is the duty-free pricing which can create significant savings especially compared to UK prices.
Both Calais Vins and Olivier Vins frequently run special promotions and discounts, providing even greater value for shoppers.
Additional Discounts for Olympic Visitors
Show your Olympic Games ticket to receive an extra 10% discount on wines, on top of the 15% duty-free savings. Plus there will be special offers and promotions throughout the Olympics Games period.
Definitely a winning combination!
For more information and opening times, plus to book your purchases online in advance so you can just collect on the day, visit Calais Vins and Olivier Vins
