Terril n°42, Mining summit and viewpoint in Nœux-les-Mines, France
The Terril n°42 stands as a large slag heap rising above Nœux-les-Mines, offering panoramic views across the Nord-Pas-de-Calais mining region.
Created between 1864 and 1961 through mining operations at shaft 3 of the Noeux colliery, this slag heap accumulated materials from local coal extraction.
The site represents the industrial legacy of Nord-Pas-de-Calais mining basin, which received UNESCO World Heritage recognition in 2012.
Visitors can reach the summit through a lower gate that remains open during daylight hours, with clear paths leading to the observation points.
The terril transformed into France's first synthetic ski slope in 1996, featuring an artificial lake at its peak for water sports activities.
Location: Nœux-les-Mines
GPS coordinates: 50.46980,2.68044
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:10
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