Historical Monument 27 janvier 1922 (≈ 1922)
Official date of site protection.
1er quart du XXe siècle
Construction of the observatory
Construction of the observatory 1er quart du XXe siècle (≈ 2025)
Period of construction of the monument.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Military Observatory: Order of 27 January 1922
Origin and history
The Frelinghian military observatory is an emblematic monument of the First World War, built during the first quarter of the 20th century. Located in the commune of Frelinghien, in the department of Nord (Hauts-de-France), it was classified as a Historical Monument by order of 27 January 1922. This ranking reflects its strategic and heritage importance in the context of the conflicts of the time.
The building is located precisely at 4505 Rue de Quesnoy, in Frelinghien, according to the GPS coordinates available. Although architectural or technical details are not explicitly described in the sources, its status as a protected monument underscores its historical role. The location, noted as "a priori satisfactory" (level 6/10), allows to consider a visit, although practical information (opening, services) is not specified.
The Hauts-de-France, an area marked by the fighting of 1914-1918, contains many remains of this period. Military observatories, such as Frelinghian, were used to monitor and coordinate operations. Their presence reflects the defensive and logistical organization established during the conflict, as well as the lasting impact of the war on the territory and its inhabitants.
