From dust lung to green lung: the metamorphosis of the best-preserved mining site in Europe

The former coal mine site in Beringen is now a major industrial heritage site in Flanders, featuring preserved coal washing plants. The site will host the Mineset experience center and the be-NATURE nature project, with 70% of the area already repurposed for activities like diving and climbing. The transformation from a coal mining hub to a tourist attraction highlights the site's historical significance and community solidarity among miners. The site aims to attract 100,000 visitors annually, showcasing the legacy of Limburg's mining history.