Aperitif at the Belfry of Arras: A Drink with Panoramic Views

📅 Until 30 August 2026
📍 Belfry, Place des Heros, Arras (62000)

This summer, climb to the top of the Arras belfry for an unforgettable experience! The Rendez-vous au sommet invites you to discover the city from above while enjoying an aperitif with an exceptional panoramic view over the two baroque squares and the rooftops of Arras.

The Arras belfry, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers the finest viewpoint in the city. After a guided tour, settle in at the top to enjoy a drink while admiring the unique urban landscape. A magical moment to share as a couple, with family or friends.

An original way to discover the iconic Arras belfry, a symbol of the city and the region.

Look up… and raise your glass!

🔗 More info on arraspaysdartois.com

Vitrum Exhibition in Cambresis: Glass, From Sand and Fire

📅 From 15 March to 31 October 2026
📍 Archeo’site, 882 rue Haute, Les Rues-des-Vignes (59258)

The Archeo’site in Cambresis presents a fascinating exhibition on the art and science of glass. Vitrum: Glass, From Sand and Fire traces the millennial history of this material that has transformed human civilisations, from Antiquity to the present day.

Through ancient objects, demonstrations and interactive activities, discover how sand and fire transform into glass of infinite shapes and colours. The Archeo’site, with its unique archaeological trail, offers an ideal setting for this exploration of glass heritage.

A must-visit for families and history enthusiasts in the heart of Cambresis!

🔗 More info on destination-cambresis.fr

Sunday, August 9, 2026 at 10:00 AM
9-9bis, Rue Alain Bashung, Oignies

Follow in the footsteps of Henriette de Clercq, the only woman to head a mining company! Starting from the 9-9bis, this walk tells the exceptional story of this great figure of the mining basin.

In the 19th century, Henriette de Clercq managed the Oignies mines with determination, a rare role for a woman of her time. The tour, offered as part of the Great Figures of Hauts-de-France operation by PROSCITEC, combines industrial history, heritage, and anecdotes.

Hiking boots or sneakers recommended. Ages 12 and up.

More info: 9-9bis

📅 Tuesday 29 July 2026, 2 PM to 6 PM
📍 Loos-en-Gohelle

On Tuesday 29 July, the town of Loos-en-Gohelle is organising the HGC Quarter Tour, an event to discover local heritage and community life. From 2 PM to 6 PM, explore the neighbourhoods of this iconic mining basin town, at the foot of the twin slag heaps.

Loos-en-Gohelle is one of the most committed municipalities in promoting mining heritage. Its twin slag heaps, listed as UNESCO World Heritage, offer an exceptional panoramic view over the entire region. The HGC Quarter Tour allows you to discover the town differently, meeting its residents and exploring its neighbourhoods.

A friendly afternoon to get to know this pioneering town in ecological and heritage transition in the mining basin.

👉 More info on the Loos-en-Gohelle website

📅 Friday 31 July 2026 at 6:30 PM
📍 9-9bis, rue Christophe Colomb, Oignies

On Friday 31 July, 9-9bis invites you to a meet & drink event dedicated to Ernest Delille, a genius architect of the mining basin. Accompanied by Rémi Godderis, architect at Maisons &Cités, this evening offers a chance to discover the remarkable work of this architect who shaped the mining landscape.

Ernest Delille left a lasting mark on the architecture of the mining basin. His garden cities, churches and public buildings testify to unique expertise. This conference-apero is an opportunity to understand how a visionary architect designed the daily life of miners and their families.

The event takes place as part of the 9-9bis summer programme, a UNESCO-listed remarkable mining site. An evening combining heritage, culture and conviviality.

👉 More info on the 9-9bis website

📅 From 25 July to 29 August 2026
📍 Douaisis Tourisme, 70 place d’Armes, Douai

Discover Douai in 60 minutes! This summer, the tourist office offers flash tours of the city, giving you all the essentials in record time. Belfry, Spanish houses, Chartreuse Museum… the guides will tell you everything about the City of the Gayant Giants.

These flash tours are perfect for those who want to discover Douai without spending half a day. In 60 minutes, you’ll explore the must-sees of Douai’s heritage, from medieval streets to Flemish facades. An ideal format for curious visitors in a hurry!

Tours run regularly throughout the summer, starting from the tourist office. Don’t forget to book your slot.

👉 More info on the City of Douai website

Vimy Ridge Tunnels and Trenches Guided Tours — Living History

📅 Until 30 September 2026
📍 Canadian National Memorial, Vimy (Pas-de-Calais)

Canadian student guides take you on a discovery of the preserved trench and tunnel system at the Vimy site. A moving visit through underground passages where soldiers lived and fought over a hundred years ago.

The Canadian National Memorial site at Vimy is one of the most moving places in Pas-de-Calais. The original trenches, preserved as they were during the First World War, help visitors understand the soldiers’ living conditions. The tunnels, dug into the chalk, sheltered thousands of men before the assault.

Guided tours by bilingual Canadian students provide unique insight into this chapter of history. The memorial itself, with its impressive sculptures, is a masterpiece not to be missed.

Source: Lens-Lievin Tourist Office

Underground Breakfast — A British Breakfast 20 Metres Underground at Wellington Quarry

📅 Until 30 August 2026
📍 Wellington Quarry, rue Delétoille, 62000 Arras

Experience something truly unique: enjoy a traditional British breakfast 20 metres underground! In the mysterious atmosphere of the Wellington Quarry, discover the history of First World War soldiers while savouring an authentic English meal.

The Wellington Quarry, located in the heart of Arras, is a place steeped in history. These underground galleries sheltered thousands of British and New Zealand soldiers before the Battle of Arras in 1917. Today, this memorial site offers an immersive visit that plunges you into the soldiers’ daily lives.

The Underground Breakfast allows you to relive this history through your senses, enjoying an authentic English breakfast in the very same galleries where soldiers ate over a hundred years ago. An unforgettable moment to share with family or friends.

Source: Arras Pays d’Artois Tourisme

📅 Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 10:00 AM
📍 Oignies, 9-9bis Rue Alain Bashung

The 9-9bis, a remarkable mining site classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a unique olfactory visit with Faustine Delestre. Let yourself be guided by smells and senses through this historic place, from the extraction machine to the metaphone.

A unique sensory experience that immerses you in the world of miners, between olfactory memories and discovery of industrial heritage. The 9-9bis is one of the most iconic sites of the Mining Basin.

Source: 9-9bis Agenda