This is the story of a Belfry
What is a belfry? It is an old defensive wooden tower. In Armentières, it was repeatedly destroyed and always rebuilt, in wood then brick.
Saturday 1 June, 14:30Passed
Conditions
On reservation - 5€/pers - inaccessible to - from 6 years
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What is a belfry? It is an old defensive wooden tower. In Armentières, it was repeatedly destroyed and always rebuilt, in wood and brick. Its last architect is Louis-Marie Cordonnier. He managed to make it look great after the destruction of 1914-1918. To admire a breathtaking panorama, just follow the guide and climb about 200 steps.