Aubin-Saint-Vaast offers several points of interest for a stay: the Canche and the Marais du Planty, as well as the Fontaine Saint-Aubin and the local architectural history. The Canche separates the hamlet of Saint-Vaast from the village of Aubin; the marsh is a protected area with panoramic views. The Chapelle Saint-Aubin is another point of interest. This helps visitors distinguish between the landscape, places associated with water and historic buildings.

The Canche and Fontaine Saint-Aubin

The Canche separates the hamlet of Saint-Vaast from the village of Aubin. This makes it possible to distinguish the two parts of the settlement geographically: Saint-Vaast is the hamlet, and Aubin is the village. The Fontaine Saint-Aubin is another landmark in this landscape. Its small structure was built over a spring; the fountain is in the marsh near Saint-Vaast, on the so-called Chemin de Saint-Riquier. The watercourse, marsh and named path are all part of this specific description of the area. Visitors interested in the landscape will find not only a natural setting but also a local structure directly associated with the spring.

Marais du Planty and visitor information

The Marais du Planty is a protected area with panoramic views. In Aubin-Saint-Vaast, it is located on Rue St Riquier near the square. Its protected status and panoramic views describe the landscape from two different perspectives; the street and square provide its location in the village. This location gives visitors a specific point of reference. The marsh can be considered a landscape attraction in its own right, while the Fontaine Saint-Aubin is associated with its small structure and the spring.

A description from November 2025 notes that a brick staircase provides access to the spring at the Chapelle Saint-Aubin; an information board is nearby. Check the signs and access arrangements before your visit. This way, you can take this specific visitor information into account when planning.

Chapelle Saint-Aubin and Ancienne église

The Chapelle Saint-Aubin was built in 1888 by the Grébert family. The year of construction provides a clear historical date for the chapel. Along with the spring at the chapel, it is one of the named local landmarks that bring together the landscape and architectural history.

The Ancienne église has a different timeline: its main construction phase dates from the 12th century, and it was demolished around 1890. By decree of 10 June 1926, the portal was partially listed as a historic monument. The listing applies to the portal and is partial. The construction phase, demolition and listing are separate stages in its history; when considering the historic character of the area, it is worth keeping these dates distinct.

Landscape or architectural history as a focus

The distinction between landscape and historical topics can help you choose a theme to focus on. The Marais du Planty is known for its protected area and panoramic views; the Canche and Fontaine Saint-Aubin are defined by their named connections to water and the landscape. Those more interested in architectural history can compare the very different dates associated with the Ancienne église and the Chapelle Saint-Aubin, built in 1888. Aubin-Saint-Vaast thus offers both specific landscape features and several historical reference points for local architectural history.

Discover more destinations: Vieille-Chapelle, Ligny-Sur-Canche, Hesdin, Maresville, Audembert, Fiennes, Beauvoir-Wavans, Isbergues.

For the regional travel overview: Pas-De-Calais.