📜 Historic 47-meter belfry in Béthune, France, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 🔍 Built in 1347, rebuilt in sandstone in 1388. Features a carillon playing melodies and a dragon weathercock named Beffy.Why Go🕰️ Explore one of the world's oldest belfries, built in 1347.🎶 Enjoy carillon melodies played throughout the day (three different melodies hourly).🐉 See the unique dragon weathercock, Beffy.📚 Discover its alleged inspiration for Tolkien's "The Two Towers".🏞️ Climb to the top for breathtaking city views (133 steps).🏛️ See a structure that survived two world wars with minimal damage.Tips🚶‍♂️ Be prepared for 133 steps to the top for panoramic views.🔔 Listen for the 35-bell carillon, including the 'min p'tit quinquin' lullaby.🚶 Start a 4.2 km walking route of British and Commonwealth presence from the belfry.Hours🕒 Carillon plays every hour, half-hour, and quarter-hour during the day.