Noeux-les-Mines

Destroyed in the ninth century after the Norman raids and then razed in the middle of the sixteenth century, the present-day Saint-Martin church dates from the end of the 19th century. Still repeatedly affected by fires or by bombing the Second World War, the building has undergone numerous renovations over the years. In brick, it reveals a red facade with the typical architecture of the north of France.

The church of Sainte-Barbe is inseparable from the history of mines and miners in Nœux-les-Mines. Built in the course of the 19th century, it was built to accommodate the workers who came to work by hundreds in the commune. It is also dedicated to the patron saint of the miners, Saint Barbe.

The great feature of Nœux-les-Mines is to accommodate a ski area. Located on a former heap, it has the largest artificial snow track in Europe. The lowest station in France, it is open all year and is served by two ski lifts. Not far from there, a nautical base completes the offer of leisure of the municipality. Open from April to the end of September, it has a nautical ski lift, mini-golf, sports fields, canoe and kayak rentals or a supervised beach.

The market takes place on Tuesday afternoon and Friday morning. The city also offers a Christmas market in December.

In February, place aux Mines Noires, a festival of polar with the presence of many authors.

In June, the municipality offers the festival of nature and sports at the leisure base.

A firework display and a ball are organized for July 14, during the National Day.

In August, the FPH celebrates various events such as games and shows for all audiences.

Les Noeux Rockéennes is a rock festival organized in November.