3 days in Vermelles Itinerary

Vermelles is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France.GeographyVermelles is situated 6mi southeast of Béthune and 20mi southwest of Lille, at the junction of the D39, D75 and D943 roads and by the banks of the river Surgeon.Coal miningVermelles was the second extraction site used by the Compagnie des mines de Béthune. You've now added Vermelles British Cemetery to your itinerary. Get some historical perspective at Pheasant Wood Military Cemetery and St. Mary's A.D.S. Cemetery. Kids will appreciate attractions like Parc de Loisirs d'Olhain and Parc des Cytises. There's much more to do: stroll the grounds of Quarry Cemetery, step into the grandiose world of Chateau d'Olhain, and get engrossed in the history at Musee de la Bataille de Fromelles.

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If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Lille-Lesquin Airport, Lille International Rail Station and Calais International Rail Station. In March, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can travel back home.