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Bachant walks
Getaway along the Sambre from Bachant
AONB
31.44 mi
+495 ft
-486 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bachant (Nord)
This 50 km bike ride offers a bucolic immersion along the banks of the Sambre, starting from Bachant. You will reach Leval, then Saint-Rémy-du-Nord, crossing peaceful and green landscapes. The route takes you to the port of Hautmont, perfect for a friendly break by the water. An ideal loop for combining relaxation, nature and local flora and fauna.
Dive into the heart of the Avesnois countryside from Aulnoye-Aymeries
27.40 mi
+479 ft
-456 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Aulnoye-Aymeries (Nord)
A superb 45 km hike combining nature and heritage. You will pass from the banks of the Sambre to the green countryside of the Avesnois. Take a deep breath of fresh air among the flora and fauna and typical landscapes of the Avesnois!
The Sars Bara route
8.97 mi
+128 ft
-135 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Berlaimont (Nord)
This route links the rural Sambre valley with the Mormal National Forest, passing through the surrounding hedgerow landscape. It therefore follows various paths and roads and traverses a varied landscape. The natural and riverine heritage brings much of the route to life.
The Weather Vane Nature Trail in Vieux-Mesnil
3.09 mi
+66 ft
-52 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Vieux-Mesnil (Nord)
Discover the weather vanes, various tree species and a few bird boxes from our region. This walk was created with the help of the Avesnois Regional Nature Park.
From Monceau-Saint-Waast to Sars-Poteries
9.42 mi
+371 ft
-203 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Monceau-Saint-Waast (Nord)
First stage in discovering master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers on a pleasant route through the bocage countryside. Take your time for visits and plan your stay over two days.
From the Leval backwater to the Monceau brewery
4.88 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Leval (Nord)
Discover the Sambre backwater in Leval, take the rural paths of the Avesnois to reach the La Glorieuse craft brewery in Monceau-Saint-Waast. You will take rural paths and be able to observe the Avesnois bocage.
In the footsteps of Stevenson, starting from Hautmont
34.41 mi
+46 ft
-59 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Hautmont (Nord)
In 1876, Stevenson travelled from Antwerp to Compiègne by canoe with his friend. Follow in his footsteps by bike from Hautmont to Étreux.
The Sambre, its industry and biodiversity from Hautmont
4.67 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Hautmont (Nord)
Discover the industrial Sambre and its biodiversity along the Sambre between Hautmont and Boussières-sur-Sambre. Departing from the port of Hautmont, boat trips aboard the Isara are available in season, providing a pleasant complement to this walking tour.
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.
A walk through the hedgerows in Saint-Aubin
4.29 mi
+171 ft
-167 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin (Nord) (Nord)
A walk to explore Saint-Aubin and its wooded countryside, suitable for families all year round. The route mainly follows tarmac country roads.
This trail was developed jointly by the Faunaflore association and the municipality of Saint-Aubin.
Route du Mont Dourlers
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.
Mills and kiosks of the two Helpes
22.70 mi
+758 ft
-748 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Dourlers (Nord)
The route takes you on a journey of discovery to two bandstands and six water mills. Between the two valleys of the Helpe Mineure and the Helpe Majeure, you can admire the local architecture, where blue stone forms the basis of the buildings. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to occasional cycle tourists.
Sentier des Nerviens in Locquignol
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.
Route des oratoires de Dompierre-sur-Helpe
4.63 mi
+121 ft
-121 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Dompierre-sur-Helpe (Nord)
Discover the small religious heritage sites of the Avesnois region.
Route des plaideurs (lit. "route des litigants") in Taisnières-en-Thiérache
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.
Divine, vache Bleue du Nord au départ de Saint-Hilaire
3.23 mi
+167 ft
-174 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Saint-Hilaire-sur-Helpe (Nord)
Petit circuit permettant une découverte du bocage, de la biodiversité et de la race bovine Bleue du Nord.
Maubeuge, between Sambre and Flamenne
6.11 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Maubeuge (Nord)
Discover areas of biodiversity in an urban setting in Maubeuge. There are two possible starting points: the Sambre mall or 60 rue Couturelle.
Circular ermitage loop in the Mormal Forest
2.74 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.
Circular Route of the Giants and the Glades in the Mormal Forest
3.12 mi
+56 ft
-66 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants?
Discover the oratories and chapels starting from Marbaix
16.42 mi
+577 ft
-577 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Marbaix (Nord)
This route in the Baladavesnois collection allows you to discover numerous oratories. Each one is unique. Built in blue stone, witnesses to times gone by, they come in different shapes.This ride will take you into the heart of the rolling countryside of the Avesnois, with pollarded trees typical of the landscape of the Avesnois Regional Nature Park.
Maubeuge, besieged stronghold
17.10 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Maubeuge (Nord)
This cycling route takes you to the main sites of the siege of Maubeuge, which took place from 27 August to 8 September 1914. Although the siege immobilised tens of thousands of German soldiers for several days, preventing them from fighting in the Battle of the Marne, it ended in a serious French defeat, with more than 40,000 prisoners, representing a tenth of all French prisoners of war during the Great War.
The Springs Trail starting from Bavay
3.22 mi
+141 ft
-135 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
A family-friendly route suitable for all year round.
It combines cultural and historical exploration of the Bavay area with a route following springs and watercourses, offering a distinctly natural experience.
Discovering blue stone in the Bavaisis region
14.88 mi
+551 ft
-564 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.
Route of Caesar’s Camp in Avesnes-sur-Helpe
7.30 mi
+230 ft
-230 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Avesnes-sur-Helpe (Nord)
This route is accessible all year round in the Pays d’Avesnes.
The shorter 3.7 km alternative route is suitable for families.
From Maroilles to Nouvion-en-Thiérache
11.57 mi
+335 ft
-240 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
This is the first stage of a cycle route that takes you through the rolling countryside of Avesnois and Thiérache, between Maroilles and Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache. Along the way, take the time to sample some delicious Maroilles cheese!
Mills and kiosks in Thiérache
26.20 mi
+623 ft
-614 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
The route takes you on a tour of three kiosks and three water mills.It winds through the Avesnois countryside, with its hedgerows, pastures and orchards that are so characteristic of the Thiérache landscape. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to families.
Along the Helpe Majeure by bike
13.41 mi
+220 ft
-200 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.
Entre forêt de Mormal et Sambre
15.42 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Ce circuit vous permet de pénétrer en forêt de Mormal et de longer le Canal de la Sambre.
Along the Helpe Mineure
12.81 mi
+266 ft
-272 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.During this ride, you will see the two magnificent mills of Grand-Fayt and Maroilles.
In the footsteps of Maroilles Abbey
2.31 mi
+144 ft
-118 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
This route takes you to Maroilles in the footsteps of the lost abbey. The educational and entertaining Baladavesnois app provides you with comprehensive information to help you understand the history and discover the remains that are still visible.
Maroilles buttercup route
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).
