A26 exit 17 Faux de Verzy, France A lovely walk on well-signed paths through one of the curiosities of the forest.
A26 between exits 1-2 Aires de Zutkerque, France Zutkerque (Southbound) If you're heading straight from the ferry terminal to the motorway south, then this is the first chance for the pooch to do a bit of scratching and sniffing on French soil.
A26 exit 2 dog walk in the Forest and World War 2 Museum, France Junction 2 There's something here to please all the family, and the dog definitely gets a good deal too! The outdoor museum is a popular attraction for anyone interested in military history, however remotely.
A26 exit 2, dog walk in the Forest, France Junction 2 An enormous forest with a number of trails to choose from, or just to chill out under the trees with a picnic while the dog explores the many scents on offer.
A26 exit 2 family motorway break, France Junction 2 Popular relaxation spot for families, with lake and amusement park for watersports and fun. Cruising pedaloe swans for hire, irresistible.
A26 exit 2 Forest dog walk, France Junction 2 The leafy glades of the Forest of Tournehem give welcome shade to walkers in summer and form a very effective natural umbrella on wet days.
A26 exit 3 St Omer dog walk in the park, France Junction 3 This quaint small town with its celebrated gothic-style cathedral, elegant Flanders town houses and thriving market is an ideal place for a first (or last) night in France.
A26/4-5 France Aire du Riez, France Grand Riez / Villefleur We've included this to let you know that for an emergency pitstop this Aire is available. It's not great - but hey, in a desperate situation who cares?
A26 Aire le Reveillon dog stop between Jct 5 and 6, France Le Reveillon / La Grande Bucaille The Aire de Repose that appear every 20km or so - and always have WCs and usually picnic tables - are a real bonus of the French motorway system.
A26 exit 8 dog walk in Bourlon, France Junction 8 This walk starts at a small, and impeccably maintained, memorial to Canadian soldiers from WW1 and then follows a forest path where dogs are able to run off lead.
A26 Exit 9 Monastery dog walks, France Junction 9 There are three fabulous dog walks very close to each other here.
A26 exit 9 Canalside dog walk, France Junction 9 If you're looking for peace and quiet and a complete getaway from the motorway network then this might be the answer.
A26 exit 10 St Quentin dog walking park, France Junction 10 Park in the middle of St Quentin near to the Ibis hotel, and the cathedral. There are plenty of dogs here, all on leads as the park is surrounded by roads.
A26 exit 13 doggie stop in Laon, France Junction 13 Perched on a hilltop with wide ranging views over the countryside, the medieval town of Laon has been a place of refuge, a strategic target and a landmark of the region for many centuries.
A26 exit 14 Aisnes canal dog walk, France Junction 14 If you're a canal fan, then this walk is full of interest and dogs will love it too. It's a towpath walk alongside a stretch of the Aisnes canal and just fabulous!
A26 exit 23 doggiestop in Troyes, France Junction 23 The medieval timbered Old Town of Troyes is well worth stopping to explore - and many UK drivers choose to stop here overnight in one of the several dog-friendly hotels Finding a park for the dog is...
A26 exit 23 dog walk in Lusigny, France Junction 23 What an amazing place this is! A series of enormous lakes devoted to leisure facilities of all kinds, not just water sports.