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Auchel

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Pas-de-Calais

Auchel - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Pas-de-Calais
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Common Hauts-de-France, Auchel takes place in the heart of the Pas-de-Calais, in the agglomeration community of Artois. Located about fifty kilometers from Arras, this former mining town is located not far from Marles-les-Mines, Calonne-Ricouart and Lozinghem.

Old property of the family of Olhain until the 15th century, then of the family of Bethune until the eighteenth century, Auchel experienced a significant economic boom with the discovery of a coalfield in the mid-nineteenth century operated until the 1960s. Later, the town reconverted in textiles, including, as well as in automotive subcontracting. Less dynamic today, the city of northern France has no less a beautiful architectural and historical heritage that attracts many visitors each year. Its proximity to some of the most beautiful sites of the Hauts-de-France is also an asset to this town that does not lack.

Geographical information

MunicipalityAuchel
Postcode62260
Latitude50.5076500 (N 50° 30’ 28”)
Longitude2.4691600 (E 2° 28’ 9”)
AltitudeFrom 68m to 157m
Surface area6.00 km²
Population10263 inhabitants
Density1710 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureArras (50 km, 35 min)
Insee code62048
IntercommunalityCA de Béthune-Bruay, Artois-Lys Romane
DepartmentPas-de-Calais
TerritoryFlandre-Artois
RegionHauts-de-France

Nearest cities & towns

Cauchy-à-la-Tour2.1 km (5 min)
Lozinghem2.9 km (6 min)
Calonne-Ricouart3.3 km (9 min)
Camblain-Châtelain4.1 km (8 min)
Marles-les-Mines4.2 km (8 min)
Burbure4.4 km (6 min)
Ferfay4.5 km (8 min)
Allouagne4.5 km (9 min)
Floringhem4.8 km (8 min)
Lapugnoy6.1 km (11 min)
Ames6.2 km (12 min)
Divion6.8 km (13 min)
Pernes6.9 km (11 min)
Aumerval7.3 km (12 min)

Things to see and do

Walking through the town, you can admire the 15th century Saint-Martin church, the 16th century town hall and the Mines hospital.

The Mine Museum traces the history of the Auchel coalfield, as well as the lives of the miners of the time. There are collections of various objects, as well as various reconstructions.

Another museum takes place on the town, that of pigeon racing. Opened in 2002, it presents to visitors, among other things, collections of 19th century rings and statues, spy pigeon baskets, as well as works and clippings from the period.

Former dispensary of the Compagnie des mines de Marles, the Goutte de lait is now listed as a historic monument for its facades and roofs. She was destined to receive visits from pregnant women as well as newborns. Founded in the early 20th century, the site is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Places of interest

Performance halls

Events and festivities

The market is held every Tuesday and Friday morning. The city also offers a Christmas market in December.

In January, the all terrain Trail is an 8, 12 and 24 km run for sports enthusiasts.

The school video festival is held every year at Auchel, including a screening day in May.

In June, the city offers a festival of the game with many demonstrations.

For the national day, the city offers various festivities including a popular dance and fireworks.

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The town
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the town
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The town hall
The town hall
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The war memorial
The war memorial
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The Church of St. Martin
The Church of St. Martin
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The Church of St. Martin
The Church of St. Martin
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The Church of St. Martin
The Church of St. Martin
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The post office
The post office
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Weather

Tuesday 19 march
Min. 8°C - Max. 15°C
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Wednesday 20 march
Min. 9°C - Max. 17°C
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Thursday 21 march
Min. 8°C - Max. 14°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Audomarois marsh tour with enthusiasts
Nature and the great outdoors11 € Saint-Omer (31 km)
French classes for Dutch speakers
Culture and education35 € to 55 € Auxi-le-Château (39 km)
Beer Tasting Treasure Hunt in Lille
Entertainment29 € Lille (44 km)
Dinner and show at the Cabaret de Licques
Entertainment99 € to 119 € Licques (49 km)
All-terrain electric scooter ride on the Opal Coast
Nature and the great outdoors25 € Montreuil-sur-Mer (50 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Footstep at Aire-sur-la-Lys
HikeEasy35 minAire-sur-la-Lys (15.4 km)
Wolf Trail (Berlencourt-le-Cauroy)
HikeEasy4:10Berlencourt-le-Cauroy (25 km)
Vert Bocage Circuit
Village visitEasy3:15Staple (27 km)
Fao Trail (Grand-Rullecourt)
HikeEasy4:55Grand-Rullecourt (28 km)
Little God Trail (Sus-Saint-Léger)
HikeEasy3:15Sus-Saint-Léger (30 km)

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