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Avesnois walks
Countryside and woods around Roisin and along the Grande Honnelle
Visorando Member 
7.28 mi
+266 ft
-253 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Honnelles (Hainaut)
Straddling the French-Belgian border, take a short, hilly walk to discover the countryside and woods around Roisin. Part of the route follows the course of the Grande Honnelle, a charming stream. The route also passes by the famous "Caillou qui Bique".
Circuit of the Salamandre from Cousolre
AONB 
5.92 mi
+463 ft
-453 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cousolre (Nord)
A walk for those nostalgic for the little mountains, with their valleys, plateaus and streams spanned by old stone bridges. A walk for lovers of calm and nature. And as a gift for children, lots of animals: hens, roosters, ducks, buzzards, goats, sheep and, with a little patience, squirrels and roe deer in the woods... A visit to the Tower will bring a hint of culture.
From Eppe-Sauvage to Sivry, the journey of ValSy the black stork
AONB 
3.63 mi
+302 ft
-305 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
As part of the Baladavesnois collection, this trail allows you to discover forest and aquatic environments.
Cross-border walk to Lake Val Joly
Visorando Member 
14.05 mi
+856 ft
-856 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sivry-Rance (Hainaut)
Long hike starting from Sautin in the municipality of Sivry-Rance, through the Bois de Bruyère towards Lac du Val Joly, in the French municipality of Eppe-Sauvage, partly following the Transylvestre andGR®®125Tour de l'Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse trails. Wooded and rural, the route alternates between forest trails, country lanes and local roads.
Tour of Val Joly
Visorando Member 
14.77 mi
+1,001 ft
-1,017 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
This varied walk around Val Joly will enable you to discover the beauty of this little Switzerland of the North. The lake, unspoilt hedged farmland, Avesnois houses and villages will give you a chance to appreciate the variety of landscapes in the south of the North department.
Loop in Forêt de l'Abbé departing from Liessies
Visorando Member 
8.05 mi
+492 ft
-499 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Liessies (Nord)
A loop around Château de la Motte on the edge of the national forest, with undulating paths, fords and ponds, this is a charming walk.Depending on the season, some paths can be muddy, so appropriate equipment is useful.
A picturesque loop between the French Avesnois and the Belgian highlands
Visorando Member 
11.95 mi
+633 ft
-604 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
Starting from and returning to the Brasserie au Baron, traveling between the Avesnois Nature Park in France and the Haut-Pays Nature Park in Belgium, this hike brings together the most picturesque segments through back alleys, winding paths, remarkable village centres, paths through the wooded countryside and old railway lines.
Stone, the blue gold of the marble valley from Gussignies
AONB 
3.19 mi
+213 ft
-207 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.
Path along Fache d'Ahant
AONB 
6.65 mi
+203 ft
-213 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Felleries (Nord)
A wooded, undulating walk offering beautiful views over the Avesnois countryside and the meandering Helpe area.
Trail through Saint-Georges, Mormal, and Englefontaine
AONB 
7.23 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Englefontaine (Nord)
Between edge and forest, this trail allows you to discover the hideouts of the hedgerows, forest paths and trails. The atmosphere changes with the seasons.
Route of wildflowers in Salesches
AONB 
8.30 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Salesches (Nord)
The route takes you along "caches", hedgerow paths connecting the villages and surrounding pastures,
farm tracks and quiet roads.
From Helpe to Bois l'Abbé and Liessies
AONB 
7.27 mi
+486 ft
-512 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Liessies (Nord)
Explorational tour of the Forêt Domaniale de l’Abbé Val Joly - can be combined with the Parc de Liessies tour.
Potelle trail
AONB 
6.34 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Quesnoy (Nord)
This wooded trail is easy to follow. It runs alongside rural hedgerows and streets with characteristic housing.
Circuit around the Bois de Fagne
Visorando Member 
6.54 mi
+177 ft
-164 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Aibes (Nord)
If the need for silence, tranquillity, and rolling pastoral landscapes takes hold of you, the Bois de Fagne circuit will fulfil your needs and leave you feeling rested and in the holiday spirit... It’s hard to believe you’re so far north, especially if the sun is out.
From Le Sart to Le Caillou-qui-Bique in Eth
AONB 
6.92 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Eth (Nord)
This cross-border route follows small roads and agricultural paths. The listed site of Caillou-qui-Bique
requests that visitors behave respectfully.
Sentier des Nerviens in Locquignol
AONB 
2.56 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
A family route in the heart of the Mormal massif to be discovered throughout the seasons. By being discreet, it is easier to observe the different animals that inhabit the massif.
Don't forget your forest observation guide.
Maroilles buttercup route
AONB 
4.93 mi
+72 ft
-79 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Accessible all year round, this route crosses the Maroilles bocage along small country roads.
Many elements of the Thiérache heritage can be seen along the route (old farmhouses, water mills, chapels, bocage).
Circular forest starting from Étang Milourd in the town of Anor.
Visorando Member 
6.67 mi
+236 ft
-243 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Anor (Nord)
A lovely hike in the Avesnois region. Along the way, you will discover long stretches of the Hirson forest, come across ponds and waterfalls, and walk alongside the Oise and other rivers. A varied hike.
Marble Valley Route starting from Gussignies
AONB 
5.82 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
Around Villers-Pol
AONB 
4.83 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Villers-Pol (Nord)
Walk through the Rhônelle valley, between cultivated plateau and wooded valley floor. The route is of variable length and is suitable for families.
Best time to visit is from April to September.
Route of the Groez woods via the Moulin de Reumont
AONB 
7.10 mi
+433 ft
-420 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Solre-le-Château (Nord)
A hilly walk through the woods and hedgerows of the Avesnois region, passing through typical villages with their pretty blue stone and brick houses, bandstands and small chapels.
A 6 km variant is suitable for families.
Around Jenlain
AONB 
5.60 mi
+203 ft
-177 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Jenlain (Nord)
This route through the heart of the bocage is suitable for families and novice walkers. It follows farm tracks, small roads and bocage paths.
La Transylvestre
AONB 
17.52 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,024 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
A very hilly and wooded cross-border circuit that takes hikers through rich, wild countryside. Suitable for experienced walkers.
Route from La Hante to Cousolre
AONB 
8.25 mi
+541 ft
-538 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Cousolre (Nord)
This is a fairly challenging walk along paths and roads through wooded countryside, with the Hante valley providing a striking backdrop. There are many panoramic views, but you will need to be fit and wear good footwear.
Tour of the chapels in Hon-Hergies
AONB 
8.07 mi
+95 ft
-98 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
"La Tournée des Chapelles" is aimed at experienced walkers and runs through the Hogneau valley.
It follows farm tracks and small roads and connects the hamlets of Hon and Hergies.
Étoquies de Landrecies trail
AONB 
5.99 mi
+112 ft
-115 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
This route takes you through the wooded countryside of the Mormal Forest, the "rural" Sambre and the wet meadows that border it.
You will therefore pass through a wide variety of landscapes, along footpaths and quiet country lanes.
Preux-au-Bois route
AONB 
6.75 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Preux-au-Bois (Nord)
This route connects the hedgerow belt and the paths within the Mormal State Forest. Each season brings its own discoveries.
In the footsteps of Wilfred Owen in Ors
AONB 
4.12 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Ors (Nord)
Let's set off on a forest walk in the Bois l'Évêque national forest, following in the footsteps of the poet Wilfred Owen. Notre-Dame de Bonsecours, the Ermitage fountain and the Flaquet pond sound like magical places from fairy tales!
Walk in the Mormal region in Preux-au-Sart
AONB 
4.15 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Preux-au-Sart (Nord)
A pleasant family route along the bocage, the Bois de la Ferrière and the hedgerows. Despite being on tarmac, the small roads offer the pleasure of a country walk.
Chemin des Larrons in Cousolre
AONB 
8.18 mi
+522 ft
-515 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Cousolre (Nord)
Route between the Hante and Thure valleys, of moderate difficulty in terms of length and terrain (200 m elevation gain). Passages in the shade of pollarded hornbeams reward the strenuous climbs.
Route of old machines in Hon-Hergies
AONB 
5.47 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
Complementary to "la Tournée des Chapelles" (the Chapel Tour), this route allows you to discover old agricultural machinery and connects different generations through its theme.
A historical and rural route: blue stones and oratory instruments from the beginning of the last century, installed in official locations and also in private homes, recall the economic history of the village, between the stone and the bocage.
Circular route starting from Saint-Aubin in the Avesnois region
Visorando Member 
7.18 mi
+203 ft
-200 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin (Nord) (Nord)
Discover the landscapes of the Avesnois. Magnificent view of our bocage countryside.
The Pissotiau Route in Saint Waast
AONB 
4.84 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Waast (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
Watermill Trail in Felleries
AONB 
10.85 mi
+233 ft
-236 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Felleries (Nord)
This route is aimed at experienced walkers but offers the chance to discover typical Avesnois villages and, above all, four watermills on the Belleuse and the Helpe Majeure.
Route des plaideurs (lit. "route des litigants") in Taisnières-en-Thiérache
AONB 
6.31 mi
+197 ft
-203 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Taisnières-en-Thiérache (Nord)
This rural route, through the Avesnois bocage, is cut in half by the Helpe Majeure river. Walkers will discover a unique architectural heritage: numerous oratories and a water mill dating back to the 12th century. The route follows pleasant country lanes and dirt tracks, with no difficulties.
Circular route between the streams starting from Taisnières-sur-Hon
AONB 
6.45 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Taisnières-sur-Hon (Nord)
Walk along small paths that wind through the bocage, where trees compete with water for attention and where you can discover the diversity of natural environments.
Route from Ostergnies to Cerfontaine
AONB 
6.38 mi
+272 ft
-285 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Cerfontaine (Nord)
This walk will take you along quiet, winding paths and small, tree-lined roads, allowing you to discover the villages of the Avesnois nestled in the hollows of the valleys.
Val Joly birdwatching trail
AONB 
3.05 mi
+144 ft
-128 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
Part of the Baladavesnois collection, this route takes young and old alike on the trail of the birds that inhabit the Val Joly tourist resort. Adventure guaranteed!
Route des bornes frontières in La Flamengrie
AONB 
5.17 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from La Flamengrie (Nord) (Nord)
A family-friendly route exploring La Flamengrie, a commune enclaved within Belgian territory.
Best time of year: April to September.
Route from Saint-Ghislain to Frasnoy
AONB 
6.87 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route winds its way through hedgerows and farmland along small roads and paths lined with hedges.
Moderator's addition on 06/07/2021: Caution! Potential danger on this path crossed by barbed wire, see notices below.
Route du Mont Dourlers
AONB 
6.22 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dourlers (Nord)
This route can be enjoyed all year round and takes you on a journey of discovery through the Haie d'Avesnes. There are many heritage sites to discover along the way.
The Cousolre Hedge Walk
Visorando Member 
6.34 mi
+374 ft
-384 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Cousolre (Nord)
A route taking in a few narrow streets, woods and dirt tracks in the hamlet of Les Haies de Cousolre.
Route from Villars to Taisnières-sur-Hon
AONB 
6.41 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Taisnières-sur-Hon (Nord)
This route partly overlaps with the circular route between the streams. A walk along narrow paths winding through the bocage, where trees and water vie for attention, offering a chance to discover the diversity of the natural habitats.
The Unicorn Trail in Gommegnies
AONB 
5.99 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Gommegnies (Nord)
This peaceful walk through the Avesnes countryside offers lovely views of the wooded
and rolling countryside. Rural and agricultural life unfolds as you pass through the typical hamlets. It is a lovely, peaceful outing, and depending on the season, it is adorned with the colours of autumn or spring wildflowers.
Anor Forges Route
AONB 
7.12 mi
+413 ft
-440 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Anor (Nord)
A wonderfully varied family route.
Forest paths, small country lanes and paths along the edges of ponds form the backbone of this route.
Pommereuil hedgerow trail
AONB 
3.75 mi
+98 ft
-105 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Pommereuil (Nord)
This route between Cambrésis and Avesnois takes in hedgerow-lined paths, forest tracks and village streets, each with its own distinct atmosphere.
The Liessies Abbey Park and the Chapel of Saint Hiltrude
AONB 
4.85 mi
+361 ft
-361 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Liessies (Nord)
Explore the Liessies Abbey Park via the Sainte-Hiltrude Chapel.
Route of the chapels in the Helpe Valley in Cartignies
AONB 
8.16 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Cartignies (Nord)
This route is recommended in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom and in autumn for its rich colours.
Via the caches at Frasnoy
AONB 
2.12 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route takes you through the village streets and along the ‘caches’, the hedgerow-lined paths connecting the village to the pastures.
The route runs alongside the RD 942 for 400m; please take care.
Waterproof footwear is essential in wet weather.
