Canal d'Aire

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The Canal d'Aire is a French canal connecting the Canal de Neufossé in Aire-sur-la-Lys to the Canal de la Deûle in Bauvin. It is a segment of the Canal Dunkerque-Escaut. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°37'60"N, 2°25'0"E

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Hauts-de-FranceFrance

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Canal d'Aire – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Canal de Neufossé, Château de Crémesnil, St. Peter's Church, Canal de la Nieppe.

0.9 miN
Canal
Canal de Neufossé, Aire-sur-la-Lys
22 min walk • The Canal de Neufossé is a French canal connecting the Aa River in Arques to the Canal d'Aire in Aire-sur-la-Lys. It is a segment of the Canal Dunkerque-Escaut. In 1760, the Neufossé canal was built to link the river Lys to the Aa, and give Lille and other inland towns a French route to the sea.
4.8 miSW
Forts and castles
Château de Crémesnil
123 min walk • Créminil Castle is located in Estrée-Blanche, Pas-de-Calais, district of Bethune in France.
0.8 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
St. Peter's Church, Aire-sur-la-Lys
21 min walk • The Saint-Pierre d'Aire-sur-la-Lys collegiate church is a former collegiate church of the city of Aire-sur-la-Lys. The monument impresses by its dimensions, and is an emblem of the city of Aire.
2.5 miNE
Canal
Canal de la Nieppe
64 min walk • The Canal de la Nieppe was part of the Hazebrouck Canals. It connected to the River Lys at Thiennes with a second connection to the River Lys at Merville. It was 23 km with 4 locks.
5.7 miSE
Locality
Lillers
145 min walk • One of the highlights of a visit to Lillers is its beautiful architecture, with historic buildings and well-preserved landmarks dotting the landscape. The Notre-Dame de Lorette Church, with its striking neo-Gothic design, is a must-see for those interested in religious...
5.9 miNE
Church
Église Saint-Firmin, Morbecque
152 min walk • The Saint-Firmin Church is a Catholic church located in Morbecque, in the Nord department of France.
5.3 miSE
Locality
Busnes
136 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.
1.7 miE
Memorial
War Memorial, Isbergues
44 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
5.9 miNE
Memorial
War Memorial, Morbecque
151 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
3.9 miW
Locality
Blessy
100 min walk • Blessy is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region in northern France.
5.6 miS
Locality
Auchy-au-Bois
143 min walk • One of the main attractions in Auchy-au-Bois is the beautiful Saint Martin Church, a historic landmark that dates back to the 16th century. The church's stunning architecture and intricate details make it a must-see for visitors interested in the region's cultural...