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/

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.