Bois du Cazier, Coal mine museum in Marcinelle, Belgium.
The Bois du Cazier spans 25 hectares, featuring multiple exhibition spaces focused on coal mining, industrial history, and glass manufacturing within preserved mining buildings.
The mining complex operated from 1822 until 1967, marking its place in history with the tragic accident of August 8, 1956, where 262 miners from 12 nationalities perished.
The Industry Museum within the complex presents the evolution of mining techniques, working conditions, and the social transformations that shaped the Walloon industrial landscape.
Visitors can explore the site through guided tours in five languages, with adult tickets priced at 9 euros and reduced rates for children and seniors.
The site includes three converted slag heaps with walking paths, offering views of the surrounding area while preserving the original industrial architecture.
Location: Charleroi
Inception: 1822
Part of: Major Mining Sites of Wallonia
Address: Rue du Cazier 80 6001
Website: http://leboisducazier.be
GPS coordinates: 50.38128,4.44367
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31
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