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Fontinettes Boat Lift

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Fontinettes Boat Lift

Recommended by 42 cyclists out of 44

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Parc naturel régional des Caps et marais d'Opale

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    December 19, 2023

    The Ascenseur à bateaux des Fontinettes is a historic boat lift in Arques, France. It was built between 1881 and 1887 and is the only remaining boat lift in France. It was built to connect the Lys River with the Aa, thus giving Lille and other inland cities a French route to the sea. The canal has a maximum height of 19 meters and a minimum height of 3 meters. It is a unique example of hydraulic engineering and works according to the principle of the vessels of Communicating and Archimedes' law. It can carry two boats at the same time and it takes about 22 minutes to raise or lower a boat. It is a popular tourist attraction and offers a fascinating insight into France's industrial history.

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      September 3, 2023

      It was closed when we passed, opening hours vary by season and day. But you can see it quite well from outside.

        August 11, 2024

        If in the area why not, otherwise a little thin, site no longer active, needle..highest point..not accessible..still a little hungry...

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          Location: Arques, Saint-Omer, Hauts-De-France, France

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