Place:Bray-Dunes, Nord, France

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NameBray-Dunes
TypeCommune
Coordinates51.067°N 2.5°E
Located inNord, France
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Bray-Dunes is a commune in the Nord department in northern France. It is situated on the Belgian border, with Adinkerke being the closest Belgian town. It is the northernmost commune and the northernmost point in all of France (mainland and overseas territories).

Bray-Dunes was the site of many casualties during World War II as a result of the Dunkirk evacuation.

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