Arques,
eau, nature et technologies...
1)
the Ship lift of Fontinettes
Completed in 1887, this splendid pilot building of mechanization triomphant of the 19th century, allowed the barges of the time of franchir the 13,13 meters of unevenness. True technological prowess (foundations with the compressed air, freezing of the grounds...), it used with this intention two simple physical principles that are the balance the Roberval ones and push of Archimedes. Its operation will perdura until 1967, date on which it will be remplacé par the current lock of Fontinettes. Threatened of destruction, il was taken again in hand by the Association of Fontinettes, which organizes thus since 20 ans des guided tours. During those, you will discover the computer room, des exposures on shipping, a video of the Elevator under operation à edge of a fitted out barge... Information and reservations to the 03.21.12.62.30. Embark with the foot of l.ascensor with boats of Fontinettes and leave to discovered l.ancian channel Neuffossé, à edge of the boat-walk " Le Fontinette ". Throughout strolls, the guides will reveal you the richesses et l.histoire of l.ancian channel. Moreover, you will cross the bridge-levis du great winnowing and l.écluse Saint-Bertin, whose heavy gates chêne s.ouvrent some manually. You will accost then on the quay of the commerce de Saint-Omer, d.Art city and d.Histoire. For the individual ones, cruisings are done at the time of outputs programmées spécialement for this purpose. There is also possible of s.intégrer à a lorsqu.il group remains place. Duration: 2h30 Contact: Association of Fontinettes - 03.21.12.90.23
Completed in 1887, this splendid pilot building of mechanization triomphant of the 19th century, allowed the barges of the time of franchir the 13,13 meters of unevenness. True technological prowess (foundations with the compressed air, freezing of the grounds...), it used with this intention two simple physical principles that are the balance the Roberval ones and push of Archimedes. Its operation will perdura until 1967, date on which it will be remplacé par the current lock of Fontinettes. Threatened of destruction, il was taken again in hand by the Association of Fontinettes, which organizes thus since 20 ans des guided tours. During those, you will discover the computer room, des exposures on shipping, a video of the Elevator under operation à edge of a fitted out barge... Information and reservations to the 03.21.12.62.30. Embark with the foot of l.ascensor with boats of Fontinettes and leave to discovered l.ancian channel Neuffossé, à edge of the boat-walk " Le Fontinette ". Throughout strolls, the guides will reveal you the richesses et l.histoire of l.ancian channel. Moreover, you will cross the bridge-levis du great winnowing and l.écluse Saint-Bertin, whose heavy gates chêne s.ouvrent some manually. You will accost then on the quay of the commerce de Saint-Omer, d.Art city and d.Histoire. For the individual ones, cruisings are done at the time of outputs programmées spécialement for this purpose. There is also possible of s.intégrer à a lorsqu.il group remains place. Duration: 2h30 Contact: Association of Fontinettes - 03.21.12.90.23
2)
the Glassmaking Crystal manufacture of Arques
World Leader of arts of the table, the Glassmaking Crystal manufacture of Arch of its new name " Arc International " is the economic lung of Audomarois. Founded in 1825, it did not cease evolving/moving to be today with the point of technology. Arc International manufactures nearly 5,5 million articles daily (soit 1.200 tons per day in moyenne) et proposes a collection of 6.500 different products. It is from now on possible to visit it thanks to a very new circuit including/understanding: - the historical evocation of the company - a presentation of the stages of manufacture in audio-visual room - the visit of a sector of manufacture allowing to follow the realization of the articles glass-makers (of the drop of glass to the finished product) - the access to the store of sale (given of 20 % minimum and special promotions) Opening of the greeting of Monday at Saturday of 9 H at 17. 30. Obligatory reservation. Closing Sunday and public holidays. Visit prohibited to the children of monis 8 years Lasted of the visit: 1. 30. - 03.21.12.74.74
World Leader of arts of the table, the Glassmaking Crystal manufacture of Arch of its new name " Arc International " is the economic lung of Audomarois. Founded in 1825, it did not cease evolving/moving to be today with the point of technology. Arc International manufactures nearly 5,5 million articles daily (soit 1.200 tons per day in moyenne) et proposes a collection of 6.500 different products. It is from now on possible to visit it thanks to a very new circuit including/understanding: - the historical evocation of the company - a presentation of the stages of manufacture in audio-visual room - the visit of a sector of manufacture allowing to follow the realization of the articles glass-makers (of the drop of glass to the finished product) - the access to the store of sale (given of 20 % minimum and special promotions) Opening of the greeting of Monday at Saturday of 9 H at 17. 30. Obligatory reservation. Closing Sunday and public holidays. Visit prohibited to the children of monis 8 years Lasted of the visit: 1. 30. - 03.21.12.74.74
