Access & Location

Getting to the Fontinettes Boat Lift

Getting to the Fontinettes Boat Lift

To discover or rediscover this unique piece of industrial heritage, located in the heart of the Hauts-de-France region, head to: rue de l'Ascenseur, 62510 Arques, near Saint-Omer.

How to get to the Fontinettes Boat Lift?

  • from Calais via the A26 (40 minutes)
  • from Dunkirk via the A16 (45 minutes)
  • from Lille via the A25 (1 hour)
  • from Reims via the A26 (2h25)
  • from Brussels via the E42/A25 (2h25)

The nearest station is Saint-Omer.

Information: https://www.sncf-connect.com/

Lines 3 or 6

Stop: Arques Centre Ville (Place) Note: No bus service on Sundays and public holidays!

Information: http://mouveo.ca-pso.fr/

Easily reach the Boat Lift in Arques by bike via the EuroVelo 5: a safe and pleasant route takes you directly to the site along the canal.

Your route to the Fontinettes Boat Lift

Accessibility and Services

Wheelchair Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessibility

The Boat Lift is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Pets

Pets

Dogs on a leash are allowed in the exhibition area and around the Boat Lift.

Parking

Parking

Free parking is available for visitors opposite the Boat Lift.