Puits des Combes, Coal mine in La Ricamarie, France.
The Puits des Combes features a concrete headframe structure that supports two pulleys for extracting mineral resources from underground galleries.
The mine shaft began operations in the 1930s and underwent three major drilling campaigns between 1937 and 1950, reaching a depth of 496 meters.
This industrial site represents the coal mining heritage of the Loire region and illustrates the technical evolution of mineral extraction methods.
The mining complex received historical monument status in November 2003, making it accessible for educational and research purposes.
The mine extracted up to 1,200 tons of coal daily using electric pushers to empty the cages and became the primary extraction shaft in the 1960s.
Location: La Ricamarie
Address: Les Maures
GPS coordinates: 45.41432,4.36401
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:09
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