Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 41 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parc naturel des Hauts-Pays
Location: Dour, Mons, Hainaut, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium
Best Hikes to Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m
- Easy
4.1
(9)
12
Warquignies Wind Hedge – Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m loop from Colfontaine01:52
6.96km
80m
Intermediate4.5
(11)
36
Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m – Lamina Wind Tree loop from Sars-la-Bruyère02:37
9.90km
90m
Expert4.3
(4)
22
Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m – Lamina Wind Tree loop from Eugies05:24
20.6km
160m
Tips
The Sauwartan mine was closed early on 6 October 1938. Traces of exploitation, all that remain today are the concrete main frame, which guards the entrance to the Bois de Colfontaine in the manner of a sleeping ancient dragon. This unexpected sight will certainly touch the visitor.
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•November 14, 2022
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Location: Dour, Mons, Hainaut, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium
Best Hikes to Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m
- Easy
4.1
(9)
12
Warquignies Wind Hedge – Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m loop from Colfontaine01:52
6.96km
80m
Intermediate4.5
(11)
36
Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m – Lamina Wind Tree loop from Sars-la-Bruyère02:37
9.90km
90m
Expert4.3
(4)
22
Le Sauwartan spoil heap, 162m – Lamina Wind Tree loop from Eugies05:24
20.6km
160m
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