Wallonie
HainautMonsDourFormer Frédéric coal mine (Machine à feu)
Wallonie
HainautMonsDourFormer Frédéric coal mine (Machine à feu)
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Former Frédéric coal mine (Machine à feu)
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November 14, 2022
Hiking
•November 14, 2022
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In 1891 an explosion took place here in the underground. 21 miners lost their lives. Around that time, coke ovens were also built near the mine. The shafts had a depth of 970 meters.
In 1913, the company had 1067 employees divided between the N°1 and the mine "Frédéric" (N°2). During that year, 148070 tons of coal was extracted. Frédéric closed on January 6, 1932. The N°1 closed on November 30, 1954.
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14
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8.61km
02:17
80m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14.1km
03:44
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01:35
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 130 m
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