The Belfry - Bethune, France
The belfry was a gift awarded to the people of Bethune for their loyalty to the Crown. It was originally built of wood in 1346 when it housed the town's bells and a prison cell. The belfry burned down twice in 1346 and 21664 but was rebuilt both times. It was destroyed by bombing in 1918 leaving only the 16th century part
intact. Today Bethune's centrepiece, and its bells still ring out every hour.
Maison du tourisme
42/48 rue St. Pry, Bethune
T: 00 33 (0)3 21 57 25 47
E: maisontourisme-bethune@laposte.net
W: www.tourisme-artoiscomm.fr
intact. Today Bethune's centrepiece, and its bells still ring out every hour.
Maison du tourisme
42/48 rue St. Pry, Bethune
T: 00 33 (0)3 21 57 25 47
E: maisontourisme-bethune@laposte.net
W: www.tourisme-artoiscomm.fr
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