Visit the historical mining centre of Lewarde
Step back in time to the era of coal mining in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region.
Discover a unique place, just 35 kilometers from your 4-star hotel in Arras, with your partner or family: the Lewarde Mining History Centre.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this exceptional location, situated on the former Delloye pit, is the largest mining museum in France and one of the most important in Europe.
It retraces the history of coal mining and the lives of those who made it so rich: prepare to immerse yourself in three centuries of industrial and human history!
Here, everything recalls the miners' past: the lamps neatly lined up in the lamp room, the clothes hanging in the washroom… Not to mention the monumental winding drums of the winding engine or the administrative offices faithfully recreated as they were in the 1930s.
Places steeped in history that bring the mine and its workers back to life.
Through permanent and temporary exhibitions, the museum invites you to relive 270 years of coal mining in the Nord and Pas-de-Calais regions.
The exhibition "At the Origins of Coal: The Carboniferous Period" takes you on a journey through geological time.
"The Three Ages of the Mine" will reveal the evolution of mining techniques and the mining landscape through fascinating models.
Finally, "Life in the Mining Town" highlights the daily lives of miners' families, a blend of solidarity and tradition.
The history of the Delloye pit, visible outdoors, will complement your visit with striking reconstructions.
Accompanied by a guide, you will descend into the galleries for a journey into the heart of coal mining.
This underground tour allows you to understand how extraction techniques evolved from the 18th century to the closure of the last shaft in 1990.
The sound of the machines, the dark walls, the heat, and the dimness faithfully recreate the miners' working conditions.
An immersive and moving experience that delves into the living memory of the mining region.
Until 2024, former miners themselves recounted their daily lives and their work to the public.
Today, their words continue to resonate thanks to an innovative digital platform.
Equipped with an interactive tablet, you can ask questions to a virtual former miner, whose answers have been recreated from hundreds of hours of authentic interviews.
A unique and moving encounter made possible by artificial intelligence, which perpetuates the transmission of precious knowledge and memories.
📍 Address: Rue d’Erchin, 59287 Lewarde
💶 Prices: Adult €13.50 | Concessions €7.70 | Family package (2 adults + 2 children) €36
The Lewarde Mining History Centre is a must-see during your stay at the Best Western Plus Le Fairway Hotel in Arras.
Discover a unique place, just 35 kilometers from your 4-star hotel in Arras, with your partner or family: the Lewarde Mining History Centre.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this exceptional location, situated on the former Delloye pit, is the largest mining museum in France and one of the most important in Europe.
It retraces the history of coal mining and the lives of those who made it so rich: prepare to immerse yourself in three centuries of industrial and human history!
The Delloye Pit
Here, everything recalls the miners' past: the lamps neatly lined up in the lamp room, the clothes hanging in the washroom… Not to mention the monumental winding drums of the winding engine or the administrative offices faithfully recreated as they were in the 1930s.
Places steeped in history that bring the mine and its workers back to life.
A human and industrial adventure to discover
Through permanent and temporary exhibitions, the museum invites you to relive 270 years of coal mining in the Nord and Pas-de-Calais regions.
The exhibition "At the Origins of Coal: The Carboniferous Period" takes you on a journey through geological time.
"The Three Ages of the Mine" will reveal the evolution of mining techniques and the mining landscape through fascinating models.
Finally, "Life in the Mining Town" highlights the daily lives of miners' families, a blend of solidarity and tradition.
The history of the Delloye pit, visible outdoors, will complement your visit with striking reconstructions.
The Mine Galleries
Accompanied by a guide, you will descend into the galleries for a journey into the heart of coal mining.
This underground tour allows you to understand how extraction techniques evolved from the 18th century to the closure of the last shaft in 1990.
The sound of the machines, the dark walls, the heat, and the dimness faithfully recreate the miners' working conditions.
An immersive and moving experience that delves into the living memory of the mining region.
Interviews and Testimonies
Until 2024, former miners themselves recounted their daily lives and their work to the public.
Today, their words continue to resonate thanks to an innovative digital platform.
Equipped with an interactive tablet, you can ask questions to a virtual former miner, whose answers have been recreated from hundreds of hours of authentic interviews.
A unique and moving encounter made possible by artificial intelligence, which perpetuates the transmission of precious knowledge and memories.
Practical Information
📍 Address: Rue d’Erchin, 59287 Lewarde
💶 Prices: Adult €13.50 | Concessions €7.70 | Family package (2 adults + 2 children) €36
The Lewarde Mining History Centre is a must-see during your stay at the Best Western Plus Le Fairway Hotel in Arras.
