Upper France
Museos, monumentos históricos, arquitectura y experiencias culturales inmersivas.
Explora la cultura de Upper France: Tradición viva
Sumérgete en la rica historia y cultura de Upper France a través de sus museos y monumentos.
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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.
World War I burial and memorial sites (Western Front)
A newly inscribed transnational site that includes numerous cemeteries and memorials in the region, such as the Canadian National Vimy Memorial and the Thiepval Memorial.
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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.
Main Square Festival (Arras) (Early July.)
An important pop-rock music festival held in the incomparable setting of the Citadel of Arras, attracting major international stars.
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