The Argales de Rieulay slag heap, the largest in the region (140 ha), has long since closed its mining page. A new story has been unfolding for several years now. That of a successful reconversion.

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1. Viewpoint over the lake – Argales Pond loop from Rieulay

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2. Argales Pond – Argales Pond loop from Rieulay

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3. Terril des Argales Beach loop from Rieulay

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Elevation 30 m

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Friday 13 March

9°C

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49 %

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Location: Rieulay, Douai, Hauts-De-France, France

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Terril des Argales Beach

1. Viewpoint over the lake – Argales Pond loop from Rieulay

2. Argales Pond – Argales Pond loop from Rieulay

3. Terril des Argales Beach loop from Rieulay

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