Terril n°3, Mining summit in Ruitz, France.
Terril number 3 reaches an altitude of 180 meters and forms a conical structure made of mining waste from Pit 6 of the Bruay mines.
This slag heap developed during the 20th century industrial expansion, contributing to the formation of Northern Europe's largest coal mining basin.
The site belongs to the Nord-Pas-de-Calais mining basin, listed as UNESCO World Heritage in 2012, representing the region's industrial legacy.
A large staircase with 429 steps leads to the summit, where a viewing platform provides a complete 360-degree panorama of the surrounding area.
Natural vegetation and local wildlife have established a specific ecosystem on the slopes of the slag heap, turning this industrial remnant into a nature reserve.
GPS coordinates: 50.45924,2.56550
Latest update: March 11, 2025 19:17
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