Douai

Douai

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Douai		Sin-le-Noble at 2.6 km (5 min)
Insee code	59178		Lambres-lez-Douai at 2.8 km (6 min)
Postcode	59500		Dechy at 3.6 km (7 min)
Latitude	50.3678740		Waziers at 4.1 km (9 min)
Longitude	3.0806020		Courchelettes at 4.3 km (7 min)
Altitude	From 16 to 38 meters		Cuincy at 4.4 km (11 min)
Surface	16.88 km²		Lauwin-Planque at 5.1 km (13 min)
Population	42621 inhabitants		Guesnain at 5.5 km (10 min)
Density	2605 inhabitants/km²		Corbehem at 5.6 km (9 min)
National label			Férin at 6 km (8 min)
Chief town	Lille (at 42 km, 38 min)		Brebières at 6.7 km (10 min)
Department	Nord		Lewarde at 7.2 km (12 min)
Region	Nord-Pas-de-Calais		Search another town

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At the crossroads of Paris, London and Brussels.

City that was rich in cultural terms. Old Parliament of Flanders, the city remained a center court with his court of appeal.

• City Hall, Bell Tower and Carillon:

• Dare to climb the belfry, to know everything about the carillon of Douai, welcomes you to his tunes. From the top of the monument, you embrace the look Douai and its surroundings, not to mention the City Hall and its prestigious halls.
• Book exploration available for children.
• Visit all year: Daily 11am, 15h, 16h, 17h (except Monday morning). In July and August: Daily at 10am, 11am, 14h, 15h, 16h, 17h, 18h.
• Entrance fee (free for children under 6 years).

• Musée de la Chartreuse:

• The architecture is very interesting. It hosts many works including the relief map built by Vauban, paintings (Veronese, Jean Bellegambe), a sculpture in its renovated chapel (several Carpeaux).
• Open daily (except Tuesday and some holidays) from 10am to 12pm and 14pm to 18pm.

• Parliament of Flanders:

• Parliament of Flanders in 1714 moved to Douai. The tour combines the discovery of the Grand Chamber, appointed in 1762 and operation of the Court of Assizes of the North and the Court of Appeal Nord / Pas-de-Calais.
• Possible visit on Wednesday at 18h during the February school holidays, Easter and All Saints (all areas), public holidays to 15h30 from April to September, Saturday at 14:30 in July and August.
• At the pier the Palace of Justice (Place Charles de Pollinchove).
• Entrance fee (free for children under 6 years).

• Boat ride from Old Douai:

• A boat ride electric "side Scarpe" You will appreciate the diversity of the banks of the Scarpe and also provide the opportunity to leave tell Douai 1000 years of history: the medieval market town to the city court the 18th century.
• In May, June and September: Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 15:30 to 18:30 (departure every 30 minutes). In July and August: Wednesday to Sunday and holidays from 15:30 to 18:30 (departure every 30 minutes).
• Fee (free for children under 6 years).
• Visit: At the pier the Palace of Justice, Place Charles de Pollinchove.

• Family Treasure Hunt "A giant steps" throughout the year:

• Want to know more about the family Gayant, discover their history, legend, what's behind these giants and learn while having fun: so come test the family treasure hunt through a book consisting of puzzles to discover at the mercy of the most emblematic monuments and Douai Douai in some markets. Each child will receive its newsletter bringing a degree of "vin't wicker!"
• On sale at the Tourist Office Douai.

• Guided discoveries Douai:

• One Sunday a month from October to March, and every Sunday from April to September, the Tourist Office offers original and varied walks! With exciting themes such as: home of the giants, lanes Douai, the Art Deco heritage, heritage mining ... Come discover Douai for a Sunday excursion.
• Guided tour fee.
• Additional information at the Tourist Office of Douai.

• The holiday Gayant ... 3 days parade: In early July, celebrates the family Douai Gayant to celebrate the release of its annual giant. Traditions and activities marking the celebrations of the city Gayant held each Sunday following July 5. Discover Mr and Mrs Gayant, and their children, Jacquot, Fillon and Binbin, costumed giants of 2.40 m to 8.50 m, weighing up to 370 kg (over few giants still worn today: Mr Gayant by 12 Ms. Gayant by men and 9 men). The most interesting moment: the reunion of the giants of Douai and Sunday morning from 10.30am to 12pm
• The party of inland water transport: Douai is the second port of Petty France, the city puts it in the spotlight each May with the first event of which the highlight is the forgiveness of the boats, an outdoor mass in the middle decked barges parked Dorignies.

• Must Do: the museum of the mine Lewarde (7 km from Douai).
• Loisiparc in Aubigny-au-Bac.
• La Maison Leroux - Museum of chicory Orchies.

Boat ride from Old Douai		Festival Gayant
Ignite the belfry

Monday 13 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 5°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C

La terrasse Douai Traditional cuisine perfect for this local institution. Hanique Emile and his team offer fine cuisine and elaborate where everything is homemade (smoked salmon, foie gras, charcuterie... Located in Douai From 20 € to 95 € per person

Cap Hotel - Restaurant Noyelles-Godault Traditional restaurant and regional levels. Located 8.4 km from Douai From 10 € to 30 € per person

La toque blanche   9.1 Harnes Located in the center of Harnes next to the Cultural Centre Jacques Prevert, La Toque Blanche is led by the chief: Jean-Jacques Boets makes you discover the traditional cuisine of St.... Located 15.2 km from Douai From 10 € to 50 € per person

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La Ferme de l'Abbaye     10 Dury The charm of an isolated farm, the character of its architecture, quiet places., All invite you to relax and variety. Three spacious rooms carefully decorated and personalized you are... Located 15.6 km from Douai 60 € the double room

L'Orée des Marais     10 Fenain In an old farmhouse in the late 19th century, the Oree des Marais offers 2 guest rooms (1 to 4 persons each). Housed in a former barn, the building is independent of the house owners.... Located 15.8 km from Douai 48 € the double room

Le Marais des Loups     9.6 Phalempin Furnished in an old farm in the square, our 2 guest rooms will delight you with their seal. L'authentique, family suite, consists of 2 adjoining rooms, bathroom and separate toilet.... Located 16.8 km from Douai From 55 € to 60 € the double room

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Gites entre Douai Cambrai Arras Lens   8.4 Arleux Series of lodgings and trailers 2 to 5 people along and near the lake. http://www.gites-senseens.com schedules on site. Holiday retail. Pets accepted. Tapering rates. Special rate... Located 10.8 km from Douai 287 € per week

Au 21 Saint-Nicolas Apartment chic contemporary decor in the heart of City of Saint Nicolas, spacious, warm, nice for a holiday with your family or business. 1 living room of 100m² including a kitchen... Located 23 km from Douai 420 € per week

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Le mont des bruyères   Saint-Amand-les-Eaux On the edge of 5000 hectares of forest, 3 minutes from the spa, camping with bar, shop, rentals of mobile homes fully equipped, linen provided. Located 28 km from Douai From 13.80 € to 15.80 € per day

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Inter-Hotel Le Gayant      8.4 Douai Inter-Hotel Le Gayant welcomes you to the welcoming city of Douai, a place made famous by its belfry and its giants. This fully renovated hotel boasts modern, full-equipped rooms with... Located in Douai Room from 58 €

Volubilis      7.4 Douai The Hotel-Restaurant Volubilis is located in Douai, near the train station and opposite the Gayant Exposition Centre. It offers rooms with flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The... Located in Douai Room from 82 €

La Terrasse      6.5 Douai Located in Douai, the hotel La Terrasse welcomes you for a gastronomic stay, in a very sophisticated frame. The hotel has 24 comfortable rooms. They have bathrooms with shower or bathtub,... Located in Douai Room from 85 €

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