Around Louvre-Lens | France

The destination “Around the Louvre-Lens” is a gateway to the North of France, connected to Paris, Brussels, and London in less than 2 hours. Along its 120 km, from Béthune to Valenciennes, you can explore its landscapes and immerse yourself in its culture shaped by mining.

In the heart of the destination around the Louvre-Lens, enjoy creative experiences such as cooking local dishes, discovering the craft of stained glass, or learning basketry with the giants of Douai.

The year is punctuated by events designed to bring to life the richness and traditions of the region:

• The Art-Deco Spring
• The Gayant festival in Douai every year in July
• The Saint Barbara’s Day festivities celebrated on December 4th throughout the mining basin
• Trail of the Black Pyramids
• Upernoir invites you to explore a territory and its curiosities around a color: black. UPERNOIR proposes discovering different facets of creativity that animate its post-industrial territory and a program that bets on awakening all the senses (upernoir.fr).

Experience the Bassin Minier through creative tourism experiences typical of the territory!