Explora la cultura de Upper France: Tradición viva
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Haute-France, the northernmost region of mainland France, is a land of contrasts forged by history, industry and surprising nature. Its flat landscapes hold the deep scars and moving memorials of the First World War. Its industrial past has been reinvented in places like the Louvre-Lens museum, and its Flemish heritage is palpable in Lille's architecture and traditions. From the majestic cliffs of the Opal Coast to the Bay of Somme, through its Gothic cathedrals and bustling carnivals, it is a region of unexpected human warmth, with a strong character and festive culture.
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Haute-France, the northernmost region of mainland France, is a land of contrasts forged by history, industry and surprising nature. Its flat landscapes hold the deep scars and moving memorials of the First World War. Its industrial past has been reinvented in places like the Louvre-Lens museum, and its Flemish heritage is palpable in Lille's architecture and traditions. From the majestic cliffs of the Opal Coast to the Bay of Somme, through its Gothic cathedrals and bustling carnivals, it is a region of unexpected human warmth, with a strong character and festive culture.
UNESCO Heritage
Belfry of Belgium and France
A set of 23 bell towers in the region, which symbolize civic power in the Middle Ages. Includes those of Lille, Arras, Calais and Dunkerque.
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Amiens
Recognized as a masterpiece of Gothic art for the coherence of its floor plan, the beauty of its interior elevation and its intelligent sculptural program.
Nord-Pas de Calais Mining Basin
A cultural landscape that bears witness to three centuries of coal extraction, with waste dumps, mining pits, train stations and working-class cities.
Vauban Fortifications
The citadel of Arras is the most prominent example in the region of the work of Louis XIV's military engineer.
Festivals & Events
Dunkirk Carnival
January to March.One of the most famous and wild carnivals in France. For several weeks, participants ('carnavaleux') parade through the streets in colorful costumes and umbrellas, singing and following the brass band, with the famous 'herring toss' from the balcony of the town hall as the highlight.
Braderie de Lille
First weekend of September.The largest and most famous market in Europe. Millions of visitors invade Lille to look for bargains, stroll through the antique stalls and enjoy the festive atmosphere, eating the traditional 'moules-frites' (mussels with fries).
Enduropale du Touquet
February.The largest sand motorcycle race in the world, which brings together more than a thousand professional and amateur riders on Le Touquet beach for an impressive spectacle.
Haute-France, the northernmost region of mainland France, is a land of contrasts forged by history, industry and surprising nature. Its flat landscapes hold the deep scars and moving memorials of the First World War. Its industrial past has been reinvented in places like the Louvre-Lens museum, and its Flemish heritage is palpable in Lille's architecture and traditions. From the majestic cliffs of the Opal Coast to the Bay of Somme, through its Gothic cathedrals and bustling carnivals, it is a region of unexpected human warmth, with a strong character and festive culture.
**Lille, the Flemish capital
**Memories of the Great War
**Amiens Cathedral
**Louvre-Lens
**Château de Chantilly
**Bell Towers (Beffrois)
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The weather can be very changeable and unpredictable throughout the year, especially on the coast; It is essential to bring clothing for rain and wind. For the Braderie de Lille, it is absolutely necessary to book accommodation many months, even a year, in advance. Many beaches on the Opal Coast are pebbly and the water of the English Channel is cold even in summer.
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