Underground City of Naours
Cité souterraine de Naours
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A centuries-old complex of hand-dug stone chambers that sheltered locals in times of trouble.

📜 Centuries-old complex of hand-dug stone chambers, once a chalk quarry and refuge for up to 3000 people.🔍 Features 300 rooms and 28 galleries, located 22 meters (72 feet) below ground, rediscovered in 1887.Why Go🛡️ Explore a vast underground city carved into limestone, a historic refuge used during wars.📚 Discover history from the Middle Ages to World War II, including WWI graffiti and WWII Nazi headquarters.🚶‍♀️ Take an audio-guided tour of tunnels, visit museums of ancient trades, and a Great War interpretation center.🌳 Enjoy a 10-hectare park with adventure activities, farm animals, and a brasserie.Why Avoid♿ Not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs due to many steps.Tips🥶 Bring warm clothing; temperature is 9°C (48°F) underground.🔦 Take a flashlight for low lighting conditions.🐶 Small dogs allowed in a transport bag.🌧️ Great for a grey or rainy day.Cost💰 Adults €11-€13, children €8-€10, family €33-€41, under 5 free.Hours🕒 Daily 10:00 am - 6:30 pm (July-Aug). Hours vary by season (10:00 am - 4:30 pm / 5:30 pm); closed Mondays (April-Oct) and Nov-Jan (except for groups).🅿️ ParkingFree car park available.🚻 ToiletsToilets available on site.🍽️ RestaurantBrasserie des Muches for lunch, snacks, and drinks.📶 WifiWifi access available.

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