What to do in Valenciennes?
Welcome to our dear Valenciennes! Looking for things to do in Valenciennes? Need some inspiration? No worries! We've prepared a list of the best activities, outings, and places to discover in the city. Cinema, sports, nature, or culture, there's something for everyone!
🎬 Culture & Entertainment
Cinéma Pathé Valenciennes
Valenciennes
The cinema is located right in front of the Vosges tram stop. Student tickets start at €10.50 or €5 if booked via the UPHF Ticket Office!
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Valenciennes
Collections and temporary exhibitions
Le Phénix - Scène Nationale
Valenciennes
Theater, dance, music, opera, and live performances.
🏒 Sports & Leisure
Patinoire Valigloo
Marly
Public skating, hockey, skating lessons... Student rate: €4.90 (without skates), €8.30 (with skates) - €4 (including skates) via the UPHF Ticket Office.
Stade du Hainaut - VAFC
59300 Valenciennes
25,000-seat stadium, home to Valenciennes FC (N1). Discounted tickets for certain matches with the BDE.
Centre Aquatique Nungesser
Valenciennes
Pools, slides, wellness area, and aquatic activities. Student rates available with UPHF.
Le Five
Valenciennes
Indoor 5-a-side football fields. Bookable fields, bubble football, tournaments...
🌳 Nature & Relaxation
Étang du Vignoble
Valenciennes
40 hectares of green spaces and water bodies. Activities: jogging, picnicking, pedal boating, fishing. Free access all year round. 3 trails ranging from 1 to 5 km. Daily fishing permits available on-site.
Parc de la Rhônelle
Valenciennes
12 hectares, remnants of fortifications, contemporary sculptures, French gardens, playgrounds, and sports fields. Attractions: nearby Museum of Fine Arts, outdoor sculptures, French gardens, playgrounds, and sports fields.
Parc de la Citadelle
Valenciennes
Former 17th-century citadel. Historical walk, sports, relaxation. Sports facilities: football and basketball fields, running track, outdoor fitness areas, skate park.
🎮 Other Leisure Activities
Bowling de l'Arsenal
Valenciennes
Bowling with bar and restaurant, billiards. Student rates available.
Le Satellium
Valenciennes
Discover our worlds. Le Satellium is a multi-activity venue where you can play bowling, billiards, or challenge your friends in virtual reality...
DivertyBox
Valenciennes
Darts tournaments, karaoke, parties, blind tests, located opposite the Bowling at Arsenal.
Escape Game Les frères Pillards
Valenciennes
Escape Game named the best room in Hauts-de-France in 2024.
🚶➡️ Walking Trails
Valenciennes has a major advantage: Everything is within walking distance!
Additionally, you can also enjoy beautiful hikes around Valenciennes. Here are some examples of trails you can explore on foot:
If you know other great hiking trails, feel free to let us know so we can add them!
🚲 Cycling Trails
You can also enjoy numerous bike rides in and around Valenciennes.
- A bike path has been built along the Escaut from Anzin to Condet-sur-l'Escaut.
- A bike path is under construction up to Maing.