Fruges
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Fruges is a commune and the chief town of a canton of northern France, in the Pas-de-Calais département, arrondissement of Montreuil-sur-Mer.
Population (1999): 2,834 inhabitants for the commune and 7,050 inhabitants for the canton.
Set in a valley in not far from the historic battlefield of Azincourt, Fruges is a typical small country town in the Pas-de-Calais with a weekly market, agricultural suppliers, a Champion and various smaller stores. A little drab but not without its own sleepy charm.
An annual Fête des Géants livens up August with parades of enjoyably inept marching bands and papier mache giants.
For a enjoyable lunch try the old fashioned 'Café du centre'. 11 Euro's will buy you a simple but excellent three course lunch with small pitcher of wine or a beer.fr:Fruges