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Reach New Heights Our Belfries, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Hauts-de-France region has never lived up to its name so well!

Symbols of northern France, the belfries offer breathtaking 360° views from above, with exceptional panoramas stretching across the surrounding area.

Standing proudly in the urban landscape, these monumental towers impress and fascinate visitors. Serving variously as church bell towers, lighthouses and watchtowers, three belfries in the Dunkirk Flanders Opal Coast area are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Belfry of Gravelines, the Belfry of Saint-Eloi and the Belfry of Dunkirk Town Hall.

Saint-Eloi Belfry

Panoramic views from 58 metres up!

If you want to take in Dunkirk at a glance, put on your walking shoes and head to the Dunkirk Belfry!

Built around 1440, the belfry served as the bell tower of Saint-Eloi Church until a devastating fire separated the two buildings in 1558.

Your journey back in time begins with a lift ride up to the impressive carillon of 50 bells, which plays local tunes every 15 minutes. You then continue your visit by climbing 65 steps and catch your breath before the view takes it away!

You’ve earned this 360° panoramic view from the terrace!

Visit the Belfry

Aperitif Tour of the BelfryAn original experience!

A convivial experience, just the way we like it in the North!

Our favourite

The carillonneur is present every Saturday from 4 pm to 5 pm.

Dunkirk Town Hall Belfry

During the Dunkirk Carnival, hundreds of kilos of smoked herrings, known as “kipper”, are traditionally thrown from the balconies of the Town Hall.

Above the Town Hall, you can also spot an equestrian statue of Louis XIV.

Our favoriteThe Town Hall’s Stained-Glass Window

Roll out the red carpet and admire a magnificent stained-glass window in the entrance hall, commemorating Jean Bart’s triumphant return after his victory at the Battle of Texel (1694).

Gravelines Belfry

On the third floor, you’ll find a clock with four faces, one on each side of the tower.

The tower is open to visitors during Fortified Sites Weekend, the European Heritage Days and throughout the summer season, on selected dates and at specific times.

Le carillon de Bourbourg

The Choir of Light

Fortified town of Gravelines