Appointed by the itinerary of Antoninus and table Peutinger (third century), Viroviacum today Wervicq is old. This is where the Roman road from Tournai to Cassel crossed the Lys (tributary of the Scheldt). Equipped with a strong post which were found traces of it is appointed by Sander in his wonderful "Flandria illustrata" which gives a view in the 17th century.
Over the centuries, it depended on the counts of Flanders, and as the kings of France until 1527, when the Treaty of Madrid made the pass under the sovereignty of the empire. Dependence of Spain, it was cut in two by the conquest of Louis 14th in 1667. From there, the main settlement, located on the left bank, followed the fate of the Belgian provinces, while the suburb of right bank, attached to the maritime Flanders, became more common in the Northern Department, under the name of Wervicq-Sud with the current territorial division established by the Constituent Assembly in 1790.
SIGHTSEEING
Instead say "The Mountain" is the old property Dalle-Dumont, communal ownership of 13 hectares, consisting of 3 parts:
In the East, where the garden stands the castle.
In the center of the farm grazed paddocks and a small fishing pond have a very conducive to walking.
In the West, in the Bois, covering an area of 8 hectares, are scattered a monument as well as German military works dating from the First World War. There are specific species such as chestnut, chestnut, oak, elm, ash, beech and many cherry.
At Castle slab you can also visit the museum trades farm.
EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
The celebration of Jehan van Helle: Wervicq-Sud remembers she was in the 16th century the main center of tobacco production in Europe and each year, Ascension Day of Jehan van Helle (legendary giant Wervicquois which according to local mythology, would have emerged in the leaves of tobacco Blaton) unfurls its splendor in the heart of the town.
Only 10 minutes from Lille, the wood Achelles offers a gastronomic break in a restored farmhouse in the middle of the countryside. The menu offers traditional French cuisine prepared...
Located 7.1 km from Wervicq-Sud
49 € per person
Brasserie des Acacias
9
Neuville-en-Ferrain
The Brasserie des Acacias invites you to discover its framework and kitchen in the small town of Neuville-en-Ferrain. You will appreciate the elegant dining room and fully renovated....
Located 7.2 km from Wervicq-Sud
30 € per person
Le relais de la vigne
8.7
Bondues
CHARM - Au Relais de la Vigne, it feels like home, you can enjoy a dinner with friends by the fire. Former prosecutor and raw bricks, marble and carved bar, game dim lights: you said...
Valerie and Hubert welcome you. In their 5 guest rooms and seminar room. A farm in green surroundings, 15 km from Lille and 40 km from Dunkirk. 4 large bedrooms suite. Comfort (tv,...
Located 19.2 km from Wervicq-Sud
From 75 € to 100 € the double room
' Entre Cour et Jardin ' Lille Lesquin
9.3
Lesquin
'Between Yard and Garden' is located Lesquin, in the heart of the Flanders region. This is a guest house located in an old Flemish farmhouse tastefully restored. Two original cottages...
This 2-star hotel located in Halluin city center, 300 metres from the Belgian border. It has 27 rooms with a bath or shower, a king size bed and Canal+ channels. All rooms have internet...
Located 5.5 km from Wervicq-Sud
Room from 53 €
Le Saint-Sébastien
6
Halluin
Located in the centre of Halluin, Le Saint-Sébastien has a 200 m² garden and uniquely decorated guest rooms. Just 20 km from Lille, you can relax with a drink from the bar and dine...
Located 5.7 km from Wervicq-Sud
Room from 52 €
Premiere Classe Lille Nord Roncq
6.9
Roncq
This Premiere Classe hotel is situated a 10-minute drive from the centre of Roubaix and 4 km from the Belgian border. It features accommodation with free Wi-Fi access. Each room includes...
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