Olympic Flame Relay Course
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Olympic Flame: The Program in Nord Pas-de-Calais
Two days of jubilation and pride are planned in the main cities of the region as the Olympic Flame prepares to cross lands steeped in history and tradition.
Stage 46 – The North – Tuesday July 2
The inaugural journey of the Olympic Flame will begin in Avesnes-sur-Helpe, where the imposing fortifications will bear witness to the town’s glorious past. Then, in Dunkirk, the flame will illuminate the belfry, proud guardian of the region’s maritime history for centuries.
The flame will continue its journey through emblematic places like Wallers-Arenberg, famous for the Trouée d’Arenberg, and Cambrai, known for its sweet treats. The journey will end in Lille, where the Flame will set the busy streets ablaze before blooming on the Champ de Mars, at the foot of the majestic Citadel.
The celebration site will be open to all from 3:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at the Champs de Mars in Lille
Stage 47 – Pas de Calais – Wednesday July 3
The Olympic Flame will continue its journey honoring Pas-de-Calais, a department welcoming millions of visitors each year. In Calais, it will illuminate the red brick belfry before crossing towns steeped in history such as Saint-Omer and Boulogne-sur-Mer. It will pass through Arras, Berck sur Mer and the Parc d’Olhain
The journey will continue through picturesque landscapes to the urban community of Lens-Liévin, where it will set Place Jean Jaurès ablaze for a memorable ceremony.
The celebration site will be open to all from 3:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. at Place Jean Jaurès in Lens
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