Charleroi
Belgium
Description
The municipality of Charleroi straddles both banks of the river Sambre in an area marked by industrial activities (coal mining and steel industry), which has been nicknamed the Pays Noir ("Black Country"), part of the larger sillon industriel. Even though most of the factories have closed since the 1950s, the landscape remains dotted with spoil tips and old industrial buildings. [Source Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charleroi).
Population : 204150 habitants
Superficy : 102 habitants
Weather
06/12/2025
Min: 5.9°C / Max: 10.2°C
Humidity: 76%
06/12/2025
Min: 5.9°C / Max: 10.2°C
Humidity: 76%
Activities in Charleroi
1 Museum of Photography
One of the largest photography museums in Europe.
Duration: 2h
2 Bois du Cazier
A UNESCO-listed former coal mine with exhibitions on industrial heritage.
Duration: 3h
5 Charleroi Danses
A renowned contemporary dance center hosting performances and workshops.
Duration: 2h
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