Climbing the Loos-en-Gohelle Twin Slag Heaps — Nature Hike
📅 From 22 July to 26 August 2026
📍 Loos-en-Gohelle Twin Slag Heaps, 62150 Loos-en-Gohelle
Make the most of your holidays with family or friends and recharge at the top of the twin slag heaps! These guided nature hikes offer breathtaking landscapes and a panoramic view over the entire mining basin.
The Loos-en-Gohelle twin slag heaps, iconic symbols of the mining landscape, rise nearly 190 metres. Former mining waste hills, they have been reclaimed by nature and offer an exceptional panorama over the region. The climb, led by naturalist guides, will help you discover the remarkable biodiversity that has settled on these heights.
It’s also an opportunity to understand the mining history of this UNESCO-listed territory, where industrial heritage meets natural reclamation. Walking shoes recommended.
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