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Domingo 2 junio, 10:00Passed
Juny 2024
Diumenge 2
10:00 - 12:00

Terril de l'Escarpelle

1 rue de la Paturelle 59586 Roost-Warendin
  • Nord
  • Hauts-de-France

Rando-découverte: the terril of the Escarpelle

"And I spend my holidays at the top of ch'terril!" Accompanied by a guide, embark on the assault of the terril de l'Escarpelle, now converted into a preserved natural area with its flora if…
Domingo 2 junio, 10:00Passed
©Douaisis Agglo Tourisme

"And I spend my holidays at the top of ch'terril!" Accompanied by a guide, embark on the assault of the terril de l'Escarpelle, now converted into a preserved natural area with its special flora. Landscaped trails and four lookouts will offer you a reading of the unique mining landscape (headframes, cities and slag heaps).

Types of events
Guided tour
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Conditions for participation
Usual fare i Registration required
Type of audience
General public

About the location

Terril de l'Escarpelle
1 rue de la Paturelle 59586 Roost-Warendin
  • Nord
  • Hauts-de-France
The Escarpelle waste heap is a strong sign of coal extraction in the region. At 67 m, it is entirely vegetated. The ascent lasts 1h30, it allows to appreciate the view of the whole Douaisis from its belvederes. The site has now become a remarkable biosphere reserve.
Tags
Patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO i Première participation
Acceso
Access to the site is free. The bus provides access to the terril entrance. Free parking is also available.
Douaisis Agglo Tourisme