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Stele of Notre-Dame de Brebières

Stèle Notre-Dame de Brebières
Stèle Notre-Dame de Brebières
Chemin d'Authuille
Credit : Coquelicot Tourisme

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Are you familiar with the Legend of Notre-Dame de Brebières ?
It was discovered on the road to Authuille. 

In Albert, the Basilica is dedicated to Notre-Dame de Brebières. The legend says that in the 11th century, a shepherd noticed a sheep was always grazing on the same tuft of grass. He tapped the spot with his crook and heard a mysterious voice telling him, "Stop shepherd, you are hurting me !" Digging in the earth, he removed a statue bearing the mark of the knock he had struck on its forehead. It was a statue of the Virgin holding the Child. Inside the Basilica, there is an ancient replica of the rediscovered statue and two stained-glass windows : one depicting the sheep of the shepherd who found the statue, and the other, depicting the competition of horses and carts to win the statue, which sparked rivalries between neighboring villages.

Touching it would bring you good luck 

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50.01501982.6631117
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Altitude
82 m
Point of Interest updated on 18/11/2025

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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾