Fosse n° 9 des mines de l'Escarpelle, Coal mine heritage site in Roost-Warendin, France
The coal mining complex includes a preserved headframe, administrative buildings, and former washing facilities spread across an industrial area in northern France.
Construction of the mine started in 1909 for ventilation purposes of pits 1 and 3, but World War I delayed its operational start until reconstruction.
The mine site and its modern Belleforière housing development received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2012, recognizing their industrial heritage value.
Former mining grounds have transformed into an industrial zone, while adjacent spoil heaps now function as public natural spaces for outdoor activities.
The mine shaft reached a depth of 592 meters and produced 18 million tons of coal before its final closure in 1990.
Location: Roost-Warendin
Address: rue des Molettes
GPS coordinates: 50.41160,3.10333
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:07
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