Fosse n° 12 des mines de Lens, Coal mine in Loos-en-Gohelle, France.
The industrial complex includes two main shafts surrounded by mining buildings that represent the industrial architecture of northern France's coal basin.
Construction of the mining site began in 1891, with coal production starting in January 1894, establishing a major industrial center in the region.
The site features workers' housing, schools, and a church, illustrating the social structure of mining communities in the early twentieth century.
Visitors can explore the industrial heritage site, which features information panels explaining the history and operations of the former coal mine.
The mine maintains a gas extraction system installed by Charbonnages de France for mandatory annual safety inspections of the sealed shafts.
Location: Loos-en-Gohelle
Address: rue Vasco-de-Gama
GPS coordinates: 50.44650,2.80567
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:00
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