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very beautiful Ravel to stroll along

Here we find ourselves at a modern technical structure of almost unimaginable dimensions. This enormous facility – like probably every project of this magnitude – has two aspects: Some may be in awe of the engineering that made it possible to plan and build this gigantic structure at the end of the 20th century. Others may be more concerned with the enormous intervention in nature that was necessary to realize the project and may doubt its usefulness. However, such a conflict of interest is by no means only a sign of the times, for the monumental – some might prefer the term monstrous – structure is the modern descendant of a series of significantly smaller ship lifts that were built in earlier times – and have now even been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as an industrial monument. Both the old facility and its modern successor are presented in a 15-minute feature (in German) in the series "Treasures of the World - Heritage of Humanity." If you are interested, see =>> https://www.ardmediathek.de/video/schaetze-der-welt/canal-du-centre-die-vier-schiffshebewerke-des-canal-du-centre-belgien-folge-375/3sat/Y3JpZDovL3N3ci5kZS82NjEwNTUy

When I was still "able-bodied", I climbed it several times... The climb is also well laid out as a staircase with railway "balls"... Once at the top, you can enjoy a splendid view of Mons (in particular of Sainte Waudru) as well as of Hyon and in particular, its church with its greenish bell tower.

Lift No.4 on the old Canal du Centre at Le Roeulx is a beautifully preserved boat lift from the early 20th century, and a masterpiece of industrial architecture. Made from steel and sheet metal, this historic lift lifts boats between different water levels and remains an impressive sight in the landscape. A visit to this unique UNESCO World Heritage site offers a fascinating insight into the engineering feats of yesteryear and the rich history of Hainaut’s waterways.

Beautiful marina near Mons with a restaurant.

Impressive ship lift. The lift, made of reinforced concrete, is about 81 m wide, 130 m long and 117 m high. The ships are lifted up and down in two troughs that can hold 1,350 ton watercraft. It overcomes a height difference of 73 meters (Wikipedia).

A great cycle path runs along the canal.

Here an old canal branches off from the Nimy-Blaton-Peronnes canal. Old bascule bridge.