A mining village that is UNIQUE in Europe
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012, Bois-du-Luc is a remarkable example of a mining village, preserved in its entirety, comprising a town and a group of industrial, social, cultural, festive and religious buildings.
The astonishing authenticity of this heritage site will captivate your attention throughout your visit. An audio-guided tour will introduce you to the peculiarities of life in Bois-du-Luc, its paternalistic policy governing workers and their families in a subtle balancing act between profitability and social control. This self-contained microcosm has seen a succession of workers from all walks of life, from Flanders to Afghanistan.
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Photo credits Museum : © Bois-du-Luc
Photo credits technical gallery : © Passe-Muraille - Laurent Duquesne