Bénifontaine () is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region in northern France.

Geography

A farming village situated just north of Lens at the junction of the N47 and D39 roads. <br>

The airport of Lens-Bénifontaine (code LFQL) is located in the commune.

History

The commune owes its name to the quality of the local water, which is used for brewing the regional Ch'Ti beer.

During World War I, the village, along with many others, was completely destroyed.

Population

Sights

  • The Castelain Ch’ti brewery.
  • The aerodrome.

See also

  • Communes of the Pas-de-Calais department

References

  • Website of the Communaupole de Lens-Liévin
  • Aéroclub de Lens
  • Castelain Brewery website