Canal de Beuvry

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The Canal de Beuvry is a canal in northern France connecting to the Canal Dunkerque-Escaut but no longer navigable all the way to Beuvry. With the loss of the coal industry in this area, the canal is no longer used. ()

Coordinates: 50°32'60"N, 2°37'60"E

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Hauts-de-FranceFrance

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Canal de Beuvry – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Le Touret Memorial, Vermelles British Cemetery, Béthune, Chocques Military Cemetery.

4 miE
Memorial
Le Touret Memorial
102 min walk • The Le Touret Memorial is a World War I memorial, located near the former commune of Richebourg-l'Avoué, in the Pas-de-Calais region of France.
6.5 miSE
Cemetery
Vermelles British Cemetery
165 min walk • Vermelles British Cemetery is a First World War British war cemetery at Vermelles, a village 10 kilometres north-west of Lens, Pas-de-Calais. The cemetery was designed by Sir Herbert Baker and contains the memorials to 2134 casualties.
1.4 miS
City
Béthune
35 min walk • One of the highlights of Béthune is its stunning Grand Place, a picturesque square lined with beautiful Flemish-style buildings. Take a leisurely stroll along the cobblestone streets, admire the intricate facades, and soak in the lively atmosphere.
2.6 miW
Cemetery
Chocques Military Cemetery
66 min walk • Chocques Military Cemetery is a World War I cemetery located in Chocques in the French department of Pas-de-Calais. The cemetery is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
6 miSE
Memorial
Puits n° 4 bis, Cambrin
152 min walk • The Compagnie des mines de Béthune, sometimes called the sometimes called the Compagnie de Grenay after the name of the concession, was a French coal mining company in the Pas-de-Calais that was established in 1851 and nationalized in 1946. The company had 11 mines, each with one or more shafts for extraction of coal or ventilation.
3.4 miSW
Locality
Gosnay
87 min walk • Gosnay is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France.
6.1 miSW
Locality
Bruay-la-Buissière
157 min walk • One of the main attractions in Bruay-la-Buissière is the Parc de la Lawe. This picturesque park offers a serene setting with its lush greenery and tranquil lake. Visitors can take leisurely strolls along the walking paths, have a picnic by the water, or simply relax...
6 miW
Locality
Busnes
152 min walk • One of the main draws of Busnes is its stunning natural surroundings. The rolling hills, lush forests, and meandering rivers provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventures such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking.
2.9 miSE
Locality
Beuvry
75 min walk • One of the top attractions in Beuvry is the Château de Beuvry, a beautiful castle that dates back to the 17th century. Visitors can explore the grounds and gardens, and learn about the history of the castle and the noble families who once resided there.
5.5 miSE
Memorial
War Memorial, Cambrin
140 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
5.1 miNE
Memorial
War Memorial, Richebourg
129 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.