Discover Naours

Naours brings together underground heritage, a historic windmill and activities for active breaks. The underground sites are closed throughout the 2026 season; access may change for visits at a later date. Other things to explore include First World War graffiti, traditional milling, high ropes courses, mini golf and a workshop about First World War soldiers. This mix lets you shape your stay around history, craftsmanship or leisure activities. For specific planning, it is worth checking the different conditions and timings for each activity.

Underground city: galleries and traces of the First World War

The underground city of Naours comprises 28 galleries and nearly 300 rooms. Numerous examples of graffiti left by First World War soldiers preserve further personal traces of wartime history. The figures for the galleries and rooms convey the scale of the site; the graffiti add a distinct historical dimension. The underground city’s layout and the traces left by soldiers thus stand alongside one another as different facets of the place.

Windmill and traditional craftsmanship

The windmill of Naours was built in 1620 and brought to Naours in 1963. It is listed in the supplementary register of historic monuments. A tour led by a miller reveals the secrets of traditional milling; guided visits may not always be available. The mill can be reached via a constructed path. Its history and craftsmanship complement the underground focus with a different perspective on Naours’ cultural heritage.

Workshop and historical perspectives

The interpretation centre about First World War soldiers offers a workshop featuring objects, photographs and soldiers’ life stories. The workshop may not always be available. It offers a different focus from the graffiti in the underground city: here, the emphasis is on objects, photographs and life stories. If you are interested in personal stories, this experience complements the traces of wartime with a look at different materials and biographies.

High ropes course and mini golf

Children aged around five to six and over one metre tall can use the “Kids” course at the high ropes park. The family course has a minimum height requirement of 1.30 metres and includes numerous zip lines. The criteria are therefore clearly different: for the Kids course, approximate age and height matter; for the family course, the minimum height applies. Course requirements may change, so check the current conditions before your visit.

The mini golf course at Naours has 18 holes; around an hour and a half is allocated for the course. The actual duration may vary. You can use this estimate to plan your day, and it offers a different point of comparison from the height and age requirements of the high ropes park. This lets you weigh up the activities according to whether an approximate time or specific participation requirements matter more for your visit.

Accessibility and a break on site

The site has adapted access for people with reduced mobility, except at the windmill, as well as accessible toilets. The windmill can be reached via a constructed path. Before travelling, check the specific accessibility information, particularly for the areas that matter to you.

The Brasserie des Muches is on site and serves full meals, sweet treats and coffee. The menu and service arrangements may change. You can combine your visit with a meal or a coffee break; check the latest details in advance.

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