The Cazier Woods

Le Bois du Cazier à Marcinelle

Immerse yourself in the industrial history of Bois du Cazier, an emblematic site of Belgian mining heritage.

Discover the old coal mines and the museum retracing the lives of the miners.

The site pays tribute to the 262 victims of the 1956 disaster.

Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it illustrates the importance of the coal industry in the region.

Explore the interactive exhibits and trails around historic buildings, combining memory and industrial architecture.