Parc Départemental d'Olhain: Experience Northeastern Delights

Trail markings: Yellow, red-white A walk in the heart of the Olhain national forest to discover the Table aux Fées, the Fresnicourt dolmen dating from the Neolithic period, and the Château d'Olhain built in 1202. A stopover at the Olhain departmental park is a must, where a wide range of activities are on offer: Mountain biking, orienteering, tree climbing, tobogganing and tree net courses.

De Bruay-la-Buissière, l'EurVelo 5 permet de rejoindre Lens, puis Wingles. Entre histoire, mémoire, nature et patrimoine, ce tronçon de l'EV5 ne manque pas de paysages divers et variés. A Bruay, arrêtez-vous pour visiter le musée de la mine ou encore la Cité des Electriciens avant de poursuivre votre route. En chemin, vous verrez les terrils du pays à part. Faites un saut au parc d'Olhain ou continuez votre route jusqu'à Lens. Une fois là-bas, ne manquez pas la visite du musée du Louvre-Lens, ou encore la découverte des terrils jumeaux et de la base 11/19. Entre voies douces et voies partagées cette partie de l'EV5 traverse une partie du Bassin Minier avant de rejoindre le département du Nord.

Trail markings: Yellow, red-white The Devil's Stone: this is also what the Gauchin gal is called. A heavy stone, now chained up, which at night knocked on the door of cheating husbands. In the neighbouring village of Caucourt, it's the mill and its picturesque ford that attracts the attention of walkers.

Cette boucle pour le moins tortueuse vous offre des points de vue agréables sur les hauteurs. Sur votre chemin, ne loupez pas le dolmen « La Table aux Fées », à Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen, le château et le parc d’Olhain, ainsi que les terrils jumeaux de Maisnil-lès-Ruitz.

Two Nordic walking routes are available on the Burbure slag heap (Ch'remblai, as the old-timers called it). This flat slag heap makes it possible to practice this activity while respecting its standards, such as the presence of gentle slopes for a gradual change in altitude.

Discover by bike the emblematic memorial sites of Pas-de-Calais through a 10km circuit. The Canadian territory of Vimy, the Notre-Dame-de-Lorette hill, and other commemorative monuments will punctuate your ride! The starting point is the History Center of the 14-18 Memorial N-D de Lorette. We invite you to visit it before or after your ride. Please note, electric bikes are recommended (available for rent in the area) except for the more athletic. The proposed route uses bike paths or little-used roads, but some sections are also on busier roads.For your own safety and that of others, use mandatory equipment and respect the traffic code.

Discover the emblematic sites of memory in Pas-de-Calais by bike through a 15km route. The Canadian territory of Vimy, the Notre-Dame-de-Lorette hill, and other memorial monuments will punctuate your ride! The starting point is the 14-18 Memorial History Center of N-D de Lorette. We invite you to visit it before or after your ride. Please note, the path includes climbs and descents that can be daunting. An electric bike is recommended (available for rent in the area) except for the more athletic. The proposed route uses bike paths or little-travelled roads, but some sections are also on busier roads.For your own safety and that of others, use the required equipment and obey the highway code.

Trail markings: Yellow A route that pays tribute to the soldiers (memory ring, Notre-Dame de Lorette cemetery, etc.) who fell in the First World War. It offers a magnificent panorama of the mining basin and the Gohelle plain and major sites such as the Canadian monument at Vimy, the towers of Mont-Saint-Eloi and the twin slag heaps.

This trail, which passes through varied surroundings, will take you to the sites of three nearby abbeys: Mont-Saint-Eloi, Etrun and Maroeuil. There you will discover some ruins that managed to survive the destruction of the revolution. The trail is certified by the French Federation of Hiking (FFRP).

A wonderful place to stay thanks to its numerous facilities. Its rooms are equipped with all mod cons and will delight you with their pleasant and invigorating setting.

Discover one of Lille's highlights on a walking audioguided tour by the belfry of Lille's City Hall, and climb on top of its 104-metre-high tower to enjoy a breathtaking view of Lille! Visit the belfry of Lille's City Hall on this audioguided tour! This visit will grant you the opportunity to find out about this 104-metre-high UNESCO World Heritage Site towering over Lille, whose construction ended in 1931. You will be equipped with a pair of binoculars and an audioguide, and enjoy an ideal viewpoint to look at the city and its surroundings. Choose this guided tour to discover the belfry of Lille's City Hall and tower over the city to enjoy a breathtaking scenic view!

Discover Lille's old town on a 2-hour walking tour. Walk along the streets and squares, and marvel at the beauty of its architecture! SEE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF LILLE'S OLD TOWN ON THIS GUIDED TOUR! With your guide, discover the old neighbourhoods of the city and feel the charm of this bustling and welcoming city. Lille still features buildings from different influences: the Palais Rihour, the Vieille Bourse, the Rang du Beauregard and the Cathedral. After this tour revealing the city's different architectural styles, your tour will end with a visit to the Hospice Comtesse, an iconic monument combining many accounts of the city's history such as earthenware, sculptures, paintings and furniture. Choose this guided tour of Lille's old town and discover the city's highlights!

Discover the city of Lille on this bus tour! Relax and explore every single part of the city! EXPLORE THE STREETS OF LILLE BY BUS AND ADMIRE THE CITY'S MONUMENTS! Embark on a 50-minute bus tour of Lille aboard a comfortably open-top bus (in summer)! Audio guides provide informative commentary throughout the tour, in the language of your choice (French, English, German, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and Russian). As you travel, you can enjoy a scenic view of the city's key monuments, from the ancient to the modern neighbourhoods. The itinerary includes the following sites: * Palais Rihour (tourist information office, first and last stop) * Grand Place * Rue Faidherbe * Quartier des Gares * Euralille * Quartier Royal * Lille Old Town * Îlot Comtesse * Porte de Paris * The City Hall belfry * The Saint-Sauveur neighbourhood * Place de la République and the surrounding district (Palais des Beaux-Arts, Préfecture...) Choose the Lille bus tour to discover the city's major landmarks and points of interest, supplemented with audio-guide commentary!

The best of Lille thanks to the City Pass! Enjoy free access to many museums and attractions as well as unlimited transport! Thanks to the Lille Pass, experience all the ferment of the city in one single offer! Find out about all of Lille's secrets! Enjoy free access to 25 museums, sites, and tourist services in the Lille metropolitan area. With the 72-hour pass, you will also have free access to 14 museums, sites and tourist services in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region and a free access to the TER regional train network (operated by the SNCF) for 24 consecutive hours. You will have unlimited access to metropolitan Transpole public transport (underground, buses, tram) during the selected period. You will also get preferential prices on shopping and dining venues (you will receive the list in the Lille and Roubaix tourist information offices). Choose the Lille pass for the duration of your choice and make the most of your stay in Lille!

Discover Lille on a beer-themed paper chase and walk around its streets looking for clues! FIND OUT ABOUT ALL OF LILLE'S SECRETS ON A FUN BEER TASTING DETECTIVE GAME! The aim of the game is to find the stein of Gambrinus, prince of beer, which was lost somewhere in the city... Start by picking up your road book, then you'll be ready to start searching for the missing chalice! To complete your quest, you will follow a trail around Lille's streets and squares looking for clues to help you solve the enigma. Several key clues can be found in certain of the city's bars. You'll have the pleasure of tasting 4 exceptional beers in 4 of Lille's best bars, chosen specially for the game. Your search will progress thanks to the clues hidden along the way. You'll need to look in all directions, including in natural spots and even in the taste of your beer! Choose this fun, pleasant and delicious tour of Lille! Good luck! Alcohol abuse is bad for your health. Please consume in moderation 

A luxury, modern hotel next to the Grand-Place in Mouscron, the Hôtel Alizé offers 4 types of room, all air-conditioned, with beds 210cm long: standard, executive, jacuzzi suite and honeymoon suite. As well as boasting the “Bikes Welcome” label, this gorgeous hotel also offers plenty of other services: sauna, gym, flat screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, free WiFi, bathroom with bath or shower, hairdryer. Its location right in the centre of town means that there are plenty of restaurants, bars and shops to explore, plus a Christmas market in December, just 25 metres from the hotel. 100% no-smoking hotel.

It took five former miners (helped by a few younger people) eight years to reconstruct the underground world at the bottom of a mine pit. Here, the visitor can hear thesound of the working machinery and the raised cries of the miners. You can also watch 2 films: one on the exploitation of coal; the otheron Genral de Gaulle's descent down pit N°6 in 1959.

Guided visits to a former coal mine in the company of ex-mineworkers that will help you discover the different coal extraction techniques and hear a working coal extraction machine and slat conveyor belt.

Built in 1388 as a reward to the people of Béthune for their loyalty to the French Crown, this is the last vestige of the town's medieval history. It was destroyed by bombing in 1918 leaving only the 16th part intact. The Belfry of Béthune is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has bee classified as a Historic Monument since 1862

Crossed by the Scarpe, the charming village of Savy-Berlette was created by the union of the communes of Savy and Berlette. Its château, built in 1706, became a convent in the early 19th century and has been home to an agricultural lycée since 1971. Its church, dedicated to Saint-Martin, was built on a feudal motte. It stands out for the elegance of its ashlar pyramid-shaped bell tower and its five-storey tower. Another imposing building is the former Debrique sugar factory, which closed in 1974. The village can be visited in eleven stages on the Discovery Walk.

Bours, a village of brick and cob houses, lies at the foot of the Artois hills. The village centre and its hamlets are set in a calm, green environment. This beautiful village owes part of its fame to the 14th-century keep, listed as a Historic Monument and the only one of its kind north of Paris, which stands proudly alongside the town hall, the church with its octagonal bell tower and the square lined with lime trees. Numerous chapels, the grotto of Lourdes and the Calvary bear witness to its lively religious past. Bours also boasts typical farmhouses with square courtyards, bread ovens, chartils and its magnificent Ternésian bocage, a rich testimony to its agricultural vocation. It is crossed by the GR127, has two approved hiking trails and two cycle tourism circuits. Bours is a dynamic village with a rich history, agriculture, businesses and associations: a must-see for walkers.

Rendered tragically famous by WWI, Notre-Dame-de-Lorette is the largest French military cemetery. Visit the Roman-Byzantine Chapel and the Lantern Tower in the middle of the cemetery as well as the Ring of Remembrance, the International Memorial inaugurated on 11 November 2014. This ellipse-shaped monument is one of the largest memorials in the world, as it brings together 580,000 names presented in alphabetical order without distinction by nationality, thereby uniting friend and foe of yesteryear.

After the First World War, the hill of Notre-Dame-de-Lorette was chosen by the French Government to receive the remains of French soldiers from over 150 cemeteries on the fronts of Artois, Flanders, Yser and the Belgian coast. The site contains 20,000 graves and the remains of 22,000 unknown soldiers placed together in 8 ossuaries. Notre-Dame-de-Lorette is France’s biggest national necropolis. A basilica and a lantern tower have been built there. At the foot of this lantern tower, a crypt contains the coffins of 32 unknown soldiers from all the French wars of the twentieth century. The Ring of Remembrance: extending over almost 300 metres, the biggest engraved memorial in the world bears the names of the 580,000 soldiers, nurses and auxiliary workers, of all nationalities, who fell in Flanders and the Artois during the First World War.

Its white stone and brick architecture tells the story of local history and traditions. Take a step-by-step tour and discover unexpected treasures such as the Artesian farmhouses with their imposing porches, the bell tower with its hooked spire and Hermaville Castle. You'll love the gentle countryside!

Perched on a hill, Mont-Saint-Éloi is well known for the two ruined towers of its abbey, which dominate the entire plain. But it's also a very popular nature spot, surrounded by woods and small heritage treasures to be discovered on numerous walks.

On a hill overlooking Arras stand the remains of two towers which bear testament not only to the once-powerful Mont-Saint-Eloi Abbey but also to the savage fighting that took place in the area during the Great War. According to legend the abbey was established in the 7th century by Saint Vindicianus, a disciple of Saint Eligius (Saint Eloi in French), and by the Middle Ages it had become a powerful religious centre; however the turbulent times of the Revolution saw its walls pillaged for their stone. All that survived were the twin towers of white limestone and the porch on the west wall. From the beginning of the Great War the towers were used by French troops to observe German positions on Lorette Spur and Vimy Ridge. The suspicions of the French soldiers were aroused when Germans fired upon their every movement until it was realized that what was giving them away was not a spy but the birds nesting on the towers which took flight when troops disturbed them. The war-damaged towers of the ancient abbey. In 1915 heavy shelling truncated the towers, reducing their height from fifty-three to forty-four metres. In 1921 they were finally listed on France's register of ancient monuments. Purchased by Pas-de-Calais Council in 2004, the towers have since undergone much-needed works to consolidate their structure. They are a powerful symbol, a living monument which illustrates the horrors of war and calls for peace. In early 1916 the British Army relieved French troops in the sector. The latter had established an extension to the local cemetery in Ecoivres, at the foot of the hill, to bury 786 of their soldiers who died there, mostly in the fighting of 1915. A military tramway used to carry supplies to the troops at the front also served as an ambulance to bring back the dead and wounded. This transport system conferred on Ecoivres Military Cemetery an unusual feature in that, from the French extension to the Cross of Sacrifice, the graves of the mostly British and Canadian soldiers are in chronological order relating to the date of death: the graves of the men of the 46th North Midland Division who relieved the French in March 1916 are followed by those of the 25th Division who fell in the German attack at the foot of Vimy Ridge in May 1916; next come the men of the 47th London Division who died between July and October 1916 and finally the graves of the Canadians who lost their lives in the successful assault on Vimy Ridge in April 1917.

With a capacity of 150 seats, the Self-Service is opened daily for lunch.  Only for residents or groups for dinner (on reservation).Table service, cocktails, barbecues, banquets (for any specific request, feel free to contact us, we will adapt to your budget). Open for lunch from 12pm to 2 pm.

The restaurant is open from Tuesday to Sunday noon, on Friday night and Saturday night Fishing ponds are open from Tuesday to Sunday from 7.30 am to 7.00 pm, from March to October The ponds are closed on Mondays Booking and informations : +33 (0)3 21 57 31 03

At the inn of the dungeon, everything is homemade! So come and enjoy simple cuisine bourgeoise and where the work of very fresh food is the priority of the institution. Indeed, the research you are cooking fresh sparkle to the taste: meats, fish, shellfish, grilled over a wood fire before you are awake the desire to savor, enjoy and celebrate. A dance floor is reserved for the well and the restaurant has three rooms decorated in themes Bruges (inn, medieval market hall) for organizing all kinds of receptions. Located near the golf Olhain and opposite the castle, the restaurant has an exceptional setting. Closed on Monday evening, Tuesday evening, Wednesday evening and Sunday evening. Will open for groups (group rates: from € 25) Access to disabled: possibility to access the private domain by specifying your reservation.

Restaurant "La Renardière" in Gauchin le Gal.Discover "La Renardière" and its traditional cuisine! Located on the famous "Route du Patois", this restaurant offers regional and tasty dishes. A little extra: game specialties during the hunting season. Open on Saturday night and for every lunch except on Wednesday.

Buffalo Grill - Bruay la BuissièreSpecializing in beef, the Buffalo Grill restaurant Bruay la Buissière welcomes you in a Wild West-style decor.A warm and friendly welcome, a relaxed atmosphere, an attentive service, all combine to ensure you have a good time and a good meal. At noon, in the evening, after the cinema or during the weekend, Buffalo Grill, you are guaranteed to enjoy an excellent piece of meat at the best price or a real good meal affordable for the whole family. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 11pm.

"Beers & Co" is an authentic and unique pub, offering an Anglo-Saxon decoration. At any time of the day, for lunch or a drink, take a break at "Beers & Co". You will find a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. "Beers & Co " pace your day, from lunch until the early morning : meal with friends, drink, sport, music, dance, ... you'll love spending time in "Beers & Co " !

Il Ristorante invites you to taste a small tour in Italy. In a contemporary and stylish, come and find the flavors of that country. You will be served dishes prepared with top quality products Alps. Authenticity is the key word in that table, which offers in addition to traditional fresh pasta and pizza, antipasti and specialties from different regions of Italy. The wine list allows you to discover good wines of the peninsula. If you want to take home a product that you like, the service deli offers you the opportunity.

Dans un décor rappelant la Boucherie traditionnelle, les amateurs de bonne viande apprécieront l’ambiance conviviale, chaleureuse et dégusteront des produits de qualité à la traçabilité exemplaire. De plus, le service est assuré par les serveurs en tenue de boucher, pratiquant le «louchebem» (langage du boucher).

In a warm and country style, the Pataterie open every day.Preferential rates.Friendly and pleasant place.Ideal for families.

Located on the Route du Patois (the local tourist route) and located on the ford of Caucourt the Mill Tavern welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere and offers traditional cuisine. Sample Menu Group: Menu Ch'ti Pie Maroilles Potchejvelche Frites Salad Café crème brûlée or cheese Incl

Gîte des Collines d’Artois is a self-catering cottage with a garden in Houdain, just 12 km from Béthune. The one-bedroom cottage is set on ground level and offers free Wi-Fi and a terrace with a barbecue. The living room includes a TV with a DVD player and the kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. There is a dining area and the bathroom is fitted with a shower and a washing machine and dryer. Free secure parking is available on site and there is a park with a children’s playground 100 metres away. The property is 26 km from Arras and a 40-minute drive from Lille.

Hello, For a stay, holidays, Dominique & Pascal Delflache open their doors and guarantee you quality and hospitality. Near the castle and golf Olhain, between Arras, Lens & Bethune, at the edge of the hills of Artois ... You will be pleased to discover the Nord-Pas-de-Calais.

Hotel-Restaurant in Bruay-la-BuissièreFriendship, comfort and conviviality are the key words of your guests at the Cottage: Stephanie & Laurent Lammin.The hotel "The Cottage" is well named: located along a busy avenue in front of the Velodrome of Bruay-La-Buissiere, yet, it is quiet and offers an intimate setting. This hotel looks like a mansion on the English countryside! The Cottage, as you can see, is a unique place! During your stay you will enjoy easily the shopping areas located nearby! Its 20 rooms are equipped with the most recent comfort and elegant furniture of English inspiration. Silence and discretion of the site give you an unequalled comfort in this class of hotel. It also features a restaurant with 40 seats and a seminar room. Spend a soothing moment in this exceptional place, particularly surprising!

3 stars Hotel - Bruay-La-BuissièreHigh quality hotel in the heart of the North Gate Park, considerable area of commercial activity in Bruay-La-Buissiere.Right out of the hotel, enjoy the numerous facilities available: shops, restaurants, cinema (12 halls), bowling and fitness centre nearby. All the staff greets you in a hotel of quality with a personalized decoration. Benefits and staff efficiency contribute to the success of your stay. Services are useful: For safety, Hotel Ibis Styles offers a secure car park with CCTV and a night watchman. The 69 rooms, soundproofed and spacious, come in an harmony of ivory and chestnut colours which inspire serenity and relaxation. For your convenience, you will find in these rooms: air conditioning, hair dryer, razor plug, welcome tray, comfortable queen size bed, cable TV, wifi, bottle warmer, high chair and iron cot on request (no extra charge). In terms of catering: Opened from 4 am for early risers, buffet breakfast, indoor and outdoor seating, which, facing south attracted by its diversity, balance and freshness. Concerning the bar and lounge, they have refined a relaxation area where two large televisions allow you to watch nicely sports, travel or TV news. The flexible meeting room can accommodate from 12 to 16 people. This workspace is equipped with the latest innovations in terms of communication. Everything is provided for a perfect organization of meetings, training seminars or study days (technical equipment: plasma TV, DVD player, video projector, overhead projector, electric screen, flipchart). Easy to access and close to the main major roads, this hotel, harmonious and personalized, welcome you all year round, 24 hours a day!

2 Star Hotel-Restaurant in Bruay-La-Buissière This hotel offers a fresh and friendly surrounding, close to the shopping area of ​​ the North Gate Park in Bruay-La-Buissiere .   “Dolce Vita” offers a pleasant decor and comfortable rooms which have been renovated to meet all your expectations for this class of hotel. The accommodation and restaurant offer a quality service for an overnight stay, and also for longer stays with half board or full board. The rooms are modern and well equipped (satellite TV, wireless access, facilities for babies...). The restaurant (with terrace during summer), particularly welcoming, favours dishes from traditional Italian cuisine and gourmet cuisine. So taste the pleasures of Italy combined with reception skills of Northern people, in this modern and pleasant setting!

Bed & Breakfast in Caucourt, Pas-de-Calais.   In the heart of the hills of Artois, anchored in an old farmhouse, "A l'Etang Louis" offers a beautiful guest room, with a personalized atmosphere and decoration (enhancement of wood and brick). Typical setting, invigorating air and rest guaranteed await you in this village, based in the countryside! Take the opportunity to discover local tourist attractions : a former water-mill in Caucourt, Olhain Castle, Olhain golf and park...   1 guest bedroom with a private full bathroom. Open all year round.

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The accommodation is composed of 11 rooms including 4 bedrooms, a fitted kitchen for the disabled, 4 toilets, 3 bathrooms and a large living room. The residence has a garden and a courtyard enclosed by an old porch where you can park 3-4 cars. Building informed and facing south.

You understood, the Auberge des Gourmets in the middle of the greenery and the park surrounding your accommodation offers many activities: pedal boats, mountain biking, tennis courts, riding stables ... Nothing better to come relax, unwind and enjoy the quiet! The hostel is open every day, has 5 bedrooms and has a play area for children. The hospitality of the hosts and the service will delight you and represent the expertise of our beautiful region ... Explore the family so this place combines nature and comfort. Find yourself in peace and share friendly moments around fun activities!

3 Star Hotel - GosnayUpon arrival you will love the cachet of the hotel. Indeed the site is considered as an historical monument. For your comfort and well being, a park of six hectares, two tennis courts and a fitness centre are available. The Métairie takes you in a setting combining warmth, sophistication and luxury. For your well being and comfort, the 40 rooms welcome you in a setting with warm colours and contemporary design. The rooms are well equipped (wireless access, satellite TV, mini bar, hairdryer, air conditioning) and three renowned restaurants are also available : the Robert II (gourmet cuisine), the Distillerie (traditional cuisine) and the Vasco (innovative cuisine). A competent and dynamic staff is at your service and meets all your needs.This 3-star hotel suggests a variety of services: luggage service, room service, laundry, etc.Related to the Best Western brand, La Métairie is definitely a qualitative hotel and well located !