20의 라 크리크가지 명소 & 주요 장소

Close to the Côte d'Albâtre on the Cauchois plateau, the commune of Grandes Ventes is a friendly town where you will find local shops and something to eat. It has, on the Town Hall Square, a monument that is original to say the least, labeled “Rural Heritage” in 2021. The Garnier Cistern brings out a current concern from the past: that of the importance of water.

This magnificent 7,000 ha Pays de Bray forest is one of the largest beech forests in France. In all seasons, it offers magnificent panoramas and colors ideal for walks and all nature activities. Whether on foot, by bike or on horseback, you will appreciate the magnificent beech trees, some of which are remarkable, and will probably have the chance to come across a wild animal (deer, deer, fawn, wild boar, etc.). This forest has the particularity of being crossed by the Allée des Limousins, a rectilinear breakthrough of 14 km.

The original construction of the building dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries, partly destroyed by lightning on June 10, 1883. In 1896 it was decided to demolish and completely rebuild the church. In front of the church, you can admire the Dillard Fountain. This dates from 1901. Although he died about fifteen years before its construction, Mr. Dillard was keen to supply the city with drinking water and it was with this objective that he made a legacy in his will, a legacy which was contested by the family and whose lawsuit against the town of Saint-Saëns failed. The Dillard Fountain remained operational until 1960 when the city was connected to drinking water.

Formerly a collegiate church, the building now serves as a parish church. It mixes several styles, with a Romanesque transept, a Gothic nave and a Renaissance choir.

I do not know if it is listed as such, in any case it is a beautiful climb that can indeed be assimilated to a small pass, with at the end a panorama of the valley of Bethune. It is apparently a popular place for paragliders in the region. During my visit, I also came across one waiting for a favorable wind.

Beautiful climb with breathtaking views of the Pays de Bray

Very nice climb with percentages between 4 and 8%

the OSMY pass (162m) with one of the most beautiful views over the Béthune valley. 2.5KM at 4%