Private Jet and Air Charter in Amiens, France

Amiens is a city located in northern France on the Somme River, and is the capital of the region of Picardy and of the Department of Somme. Amiens is located 72 miles (115 km) north of Paris, 89 miles (143 km) northwest of Reims, 59 miles (95 km) southwest of Lille and 22 miles (35 km) southeast of Abbeville. Settled in pre-Roman times, Amiens has been an important trading center for Northern Europe for centuries. Amiens has been known for its textile industry since the 16th century and the manufacturing of soap, chemicals, and electronics. Because of its geographic location and the Somme River, Amiens has evolved into the region's commercial, industrial, and railroad center. Amiens is also a university town, with approximately 30,000 students.

Amiens is often referred to as the "City of Art and History" for its rich history, amazing architectural heritage, vibrant arts and cultural scene. The most notable tourist attraction in Amiens is the Cathedral of Notre Dame, one of the finest gothic cathedrals in France and also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Other tourist attractions in the historic city of Amiens include the Picardy Museum, the Jules Verne Museum, the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Perret Tower, the Hortillonnages and Saint-Lieu and Saint-Maurice quarters. Amiens hosts many festivals and events throughout the year including the Amiens International Film Festival, the Amiens Jazz Festival, the Hortillonnages Festival, and the Water's Edge Festival. Amiens is France's Gateway to the North, and it attracts millions of visitors each year. Amiens is served by Glisy Airport (QAM), along with Bray Airport (XAV) and Abbeville Airport (XAB), which are used to provide private charter flights to business and leisure travelers around the globe.