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Cambrin and Annequin Marshes
Visorando Member
4.87 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Cambrin (Pas-de-Calais)
A pleasant walk along quiet roads amidst ponds and marshes. Don’t forget your binoculars and camera. In summer, mosquito repellent will come in handy.
Les marais depuis Cuinchy
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.64 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cuinchy (Pas-de-Calais)
Entre canaux et marais de Cuinchy à Beuvry, on prend le temps de flâner sur le thème de la biodiversité.
Passing by the Beuvry mill
5.18 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Labourse (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starting from Labourse takes you through Parc de la Loisne and past the Beuvry mill, all along good paths and with a touch of town life and a bit of history. In 2008, following archaeological excavations, two sites dating from the Iron Age and the Gallo-Roman period were uncovered.
Loisne Park via Verquigneul
5.04 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Labourse (Pas-de-Calais)
This beautiful walk, starting from Labourse, takes you through Leo Lagrange Park. Then a short detour through Verquigneul, before reaching Loisne Park and the slag heap, all along good paths and tracks.
Towpath at Beuvry
3.19 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk along the banks of the Beuvry Canal.
Surrounded by towpaths on either side, the 3-km-long Beuvry Canal is a remnant of a former industrial waterway. Many people enjoy the peace and quiet and the scenery along its banks.
Discovering Beuvry, via the back roads
7.02 mi
+85 ft
-72 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
Discover Beuvry’s hidden gems, from canals to parks and green spaces.
From Beuvry to Noyelles via Bellenville and Moulin Buret
12.15 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
Route in an urban area, mainly on paths. It allows you to discover and cross the Domaine de Bellenville, the Terril and the Labourse ponds, as well as the impressive Moulin du Ballon (or Moulin Buret).
Tour of the marshes at Beuvry
7.98 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk through ponds, canals and marshes, where you'll be surrounded by water in the commune of Beuvry.
Les Chantiers in Beuvry
5.02 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful walk along the banks of the Canal d'Aire in La Bassée. An invitation to stroll through remarkable landscapes such as the Marais de l'Avoué and the Prévôté de Gorre. The British military cemetery in Gorre is a reminder of the Great War.
Around Noeux-les-Mines
5.31 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Nœux-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike across fields will take you through the villages of Barlin and Houchin. On the way back, you will see the ski slope created in 1996 and built on a former slag heap.
In the4th century, Noeux was called Vitris. The village was destroyed by the Normans in 882. The main activities at that time were agriculture, milling, sugar refining and brewing.
Mining began in 1850. The last mine was closed in 1968.
Et un, et deux, et trois terrils
8.22 mi
+259 ft
-249 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Verquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Bien sûr, ce ne sont pas les plus hauts terrils de la région, mais les deux terrils de Verquin sont restés très sauvages et, sur celui de Labourse, il y a assez d'espace et de sentiers pour varier l'itinéraire. Ce parcours en 8 peut facilement être scindé en deux boucles de 6 à 8 km. C'est un parcours assez compliqué que j'ai détaillé au maximum. Néanmoins, je recommande d'utiliser l'application surtout sur les terrils : celui de Labourse possède un grand nombre de sentiers et on peut facilement modifier le parcours.
Voyettes and paths of the Béthunois
6.19 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Verquin (Pas-de-Calais)
A short country walk in the middle of the Béthune-Nœux-Bruay conurbation.
Les deux terrils de Nœux-les-Mines
6.39 mi
+335 ft
-344 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nœux-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)
Semi-urban route. After a stroll through the fields, you pass by the two slag heaps of Nœux. This hike can be made difficult by bad weather, especially when descending the slag heap on ski trail no. 2, where the stairs are quite impressive. The ascent of slag heap no. 1 is not too difficult and the summit offers a panoramic view of the region. Only the end, in the town, may lack appeal, but the streets in this area are not very busy.
From Nœux to the Bouvigny antenna
12.72 mi
+574 ft
-581 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Nœux-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)
The route is fairly straightforward overall (the area is well signposted).
This hike presents no difficulties other than its length and the condition of the paths when wet.
December 2024: I changed the end from (13). It is longer, but more pleasant.
The Val de Loisne
6.82 mi
+177 ft
-177 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Nœux-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)
A short route through the Nœux countryside. It crosses several marked trails and the paths are in good condition. It is a semi-urban route and therefore follows a few roads that may be busy.
In search of cherries from Grenay
4.58 mi
+190 ft
-200 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Grenay (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
This short hike will allow you to discover the village of Grenay in a different light, with its green setting in this vast mining town and its miners' houses. It is one of the 353 sites in the mining basin listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Slag heaps 58 and 58A
5.94 mi
+384 ft
-364 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Grenay (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
These two large modern slag heaps, part of a vast mining complex, open onto the agricultural plain of Loos-en-Gohelle. Slag heap 58, whose construction began in 1896, is tabular and triangular. Also tabular, T58A is very recent, dating from 1961.
La catorive à Béthune
7.21 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
Venez découvrir Béthune avec ses anciens canaux, au départ, puis son port de plaisance, sans oublier le centre ville avec son beffroi.
Circular route from Hulluch via 13 bis
4.46 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Hulluch (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk, starting from Hulluch, will take you to the former Lens 13 bis pit, then on to Benifontaine. A bit of history: Hulluch is a town in the mining basin listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mining rider from Lens 12
2.36 mi
+92 ft
-92 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
Short and easy hike through the mining wasteland, slag heap and railway embankment, with a wooded section.
La Houchinel from Houchin
5.37 mi
+72 ft
-66 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Houchin (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike from Houchin will allow you to discover another side of the mining basin without much difficulty along beautiful trails.
A bit of history: the pit, 12 mining companies from Noeux-les-Mines. Mining began in 1939 and was halted in 1940 with the German occupation and never resumed.
The Houchin tour
5.51 mi
+141 ft
-144 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Houchin (Pas-de-Calais)
Short route on well-marked paths. Little tarmac, for a breath of fresh air.
The fig tree in Loos-en-Gohelle
4.85 mi
+171 ft
-174 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
This short hike starting from Loos-en-Gohelle will take you to the slag heap and the 11/19 site. On the way back, you will cross the British Military Cemetery and the Canadian Memorial at Hill 70, all on good paths.
The slag heaps of Loos-en-Gohelle
6.98 mi
+381 ft
-381 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
A very beautiful hike to the highest slag heaps in Europe with a view of the Flanders mountains on a clear day.
Le Grand Mont in Loos-en-Gohelle
4.85 mi
+115 ft
-105 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful walk that will allow you to discover Loos-en-Gohelle, passing by the Canadian Memorial, the 11-19 base and other sites.
La fontaine bénite depuis Bénifontaine
7.80 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bénifontaine (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée entre plaine et marais, et leurs biodiversités.
Val de Loisne from Hersin-Coupigny
6.99 mi
+171 ft
-167 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike will allow you to discover another side of Hersin-Coupigny, passing through Nœux-les-Mines, Coron number 3 and the Ferme du Blanc-Mont, not to mention the Loisne and all the biodiversity in the surrounding area.
The Loos cycle route
5.20 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
Starting from the Jardins du Louvre nursery, this round trip will take you along Eurovélo 5, through woods and town, to Saint-Auguste Church, where you will turn back.
Slag heap 74 and 74A, the highest in Europe
4.38 mi
+748 ft
-761 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Loos-en-Gohelle (Pas-de-Calais)
An itinerary that will take you to Europe's king of slag heaps! You'll first discover the former 11/19 base with its headframes and mining buildings currently being converted. You'll also enjoy a few pleasant passages through the undergrowth.
Alternative route from Annezin
5.07 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Annezin (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starting from Annezin will let you discover the charms of an urban walk, sometimes on good paths, sometimes on tarmac. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the old canal, which no longer exists today.
The two Chartreuses in Fouquières-lès-Béthune
7.65 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fouquières-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée sans difficulté. Elle vous fait découvrir des chartreuses dans la campagne et les bois environnants.
The Two Rivers Trail in Fouquières-lès-Béthune
5.18 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Fouquières-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
The two rivers trail from Fouquières-lès-Béthune to Fouquereuil takes you along the Blanche to the Annezin marsh, then along the Lawe before walking above the water under a railway line!
This route will take you to the Fouquereuil storage slag heap (the Terril de la Cuisse Maraune) where you can enjoy a superb 360° panorama from the top. The return journey is through the fields.
The Bois de Noulette
5.04 mi
+226 ft
-217 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk that takes you past some of Aix-Noulette’s little lanes and through the woods. This area is quite busy, especially on Sundays.
The footpaths of Aix-Noulette
4.02 mi
+194 ft
-187 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk will take you on a tour of Aix-Noulette via the narrow paths (voyettes), then through the woods. Aix-Noulette was a front line during the First World War, defended by the 11th Infantry Brigade and the 24th and 28th Infantry Regiments.
En passant par Lorette (avec mes croquenots)
13.84 mi
+755 ft
-755 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
After a fairly gentle start on wide farm tracks, the walk becomes more challenging as you cross the Bois des Bruyères in Angres, where the paths are very wet.Next comes the climb up Lorette, ending with a double crossing of the equally damp Bois de Noulette.
ROUTE CHANGED IN SEPTEMBER 2025. However, as the trail between points 19 and 20 is very difficult in wet weather, I have noted the end of the old route, from point 15, in the practical information section.
Notre-Dame de Lorette National Cemetery circular from Aix-Noulette
8.39 mi
+604 ft
-587 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike takes you on the trail of the Great War, passing through Aix-Noulette and Notre-Dame-de-Lorette. From 15 May 1915 onwards, numerous battles raged between French and German forces. There were many dead and wounded on both sides.
Artois hills and plains
17.17 mi
+1,109 ft
-1,096 ft
8h 50
Difficult
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
This route will delight you with its diversity of landscapes. Enjoy some panoramic views and the ancient abbey of Mont Saint-Eloi.
(19) See: practical information.
The woods around Notre-Dame de Lorette from Aix-Noulette
7.68 mi
+545 ft
-515 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk, starting from the community hall next to the town hall, alternates between town and woodland with a lovely climb and a descent that is well worth the detour but should be avoided after heavy rain.
The tour of the trinquettes in Hersin-Coupigny
1.96 mi
+148 ft
-148 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
A short, very picturesque walk in the countryside south of Hersin-Coupigny. Amidst fields, meadows and gardens, you can admire the countryside of the mining basin.
From Hersin via Bracquencourt
6.35 mi
+387 ft
-394 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike takes you along good paths through Verdrel, Bracquencourt and Barlin's Cité n°9, without any major difficulties.A bit of history: Coupigny gave its name to a large noble family from Artois. Its official name appeared in 1801.
The Hersin ponds
6.48 mi
+328 ft
-341 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
This local hike will take you up to the heights of Coupigny, then past the Étangs des Claires Fontaines, the Corons Beclet and, of course, the slag heap. The hike is on good paths and offers beautiful biodiversity.
Le Val de Loisnes via Le Blanc-Mont
4.84 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike starting from Parc Germinal will take you along the old cavaliers (railway tracks from the mining era), passing through the hamlet of Blanc Mont. You will walk along the Loisnes before returning to Hersin to cross the public garden and the slag heap.
Circuit "Les fossés" à Barlin
8.06 mi
+200 ft
-197 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Barlin (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée entre bois, plaine et étang. En partie ombragée.
Le château d'eau à Aix-Noulette
7.60 mi
+299 ft
-299 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
Randonnée variée autour Aix-Noulette et au pied de Notre-Dame-de-Lorette.
La motte depuis Aix-Noulette
7.06 mi
+400 ft
-400 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Aix-Noulette (Pas-de-Calais)
Très jolie randonnée en passant par le site de Notre-Dame-de-Lorette et le Bois de Marqueffles.
The Lowlands between Vendin and Gonnehem
7.21 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Vendin-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
A short, unpretentious route with no significant elevation gain in the Béthune countryside. A mix of footpaths, farm tracks and small roads to keep you going for a good half-day.
Lens, Louvre and Stadium
4.02 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Liévin (Pas-de-Calais)
This short hike starting from Liévin will take you through the gardens of the Louvre-Lens Museum and the Bollaert Delelis Stadium. You will cross the skate park before reaching the Jean Perrin public garden via well-maintained paths.
The upper reaches of Coupigny
4.94 mi
+223 ft
-246 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Hersin-Coupigny (Pas-de-Calais)
At the start, a short walk around the ponds is a must. The walk then descends towards Hersin, passing the town hall and its green walls. You then need to cross the park before reaching the Coron Béclet. After that, head back up towards the ponds. The route follows paths and a short stretch of tarmac.
Le Bois de Mont (short version)
6.15 mi
+512 ft
-505 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bouvigny-Boyeffles (Pas-de-Calais)
Lots of paths, a beautiful crossing of the Bois (with decent tracks) and a beautiful view as you reach the plateau (but frequent fog in autumn).
2021: I've gone back to the original route, which is more pleasant.
La véranda depuis Bouvigny-Boyeffles
6.60 mi
+400 ft
-384 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Bouvigny-Boyeffles (Pas-de-Calais)
Randonnée qui va vous emmener sur les hauteurs de Bouvigny à travers bois et plaine. Faites un arret à l'oratoire entre le point 4 et 5
The Motte de Notre-Dame de Lorette trail
5.28 mi
+325 ft
-318 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Bouvigny-Boyeffles (Pas-de-Calais)
A very beautiful walk starting from Marqueffles, in the commune of Bouvigny-Boyeffles, leading to Notre-Dame de Lorette.
Along the way, you’ll enjoy two superb panoramic views: one towards the ruins of Mont Saint-Éloi, and on the other side, the mining basin will unfold before you. A few forest paths and magnificent trees will line your route.
The Bois de l'Abîme and Givenchy from Angres
7.29 mi
+276 ft
-292 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Angres (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk, starting from Angres, will take you through the Bois de l’Abîmes and Givenchy, passing over the Pinchonvalles slag heap. Angres was inhabited during the Gallo-Roman period, but is best known for its mining industry (from 1907), with pits No. 6 and No. 6 bis. These were destroyed during the First World War. Mining resumed in 1920, before closing down permanently in 1984.
The mountains from Angres
11.31 mi
+666 ft
-659 ft
5h 45
Difficult
Departure from Angres (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike, starting from Angres, will take you through the Bois de l'Abîme and the Bois des Bruyères before descending to Souchez. You will then pass through Prés Molaine and Ablain-St-Nazaire before climbing to Notre-Dame-de-Lorette, the highest point of this hike, before a more leisurely return.
The Notre-Dame de Lorette Memorial
13.00 mi
+600 ft
-607 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Angres (Pas-de-Calais)
The route starts from the town of Angres (in the Lens district), one of the former mining towns of the Hauts-de-France region. After a few hundred metres, you’ll leave the main urban ring road behind to enjoy the plains, valleys and forests of Artois.
You could also start this circular loop from (10) N-D de Lorette, or from (3) Aix-Noulette, or even from (14) Souchez. There are restaurants at each potential starting point. (See the practical information below).
Pinchonvalles slag heap via Bois de l'Abime and Givenchy
7.00 mi
+325 ft
-312 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Liévin (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike between woods and town will take you past the former Fosse n°6 in Liévin, the Bois de l'Abime and Givenchy, before climbing the Terril de Pinchonvalles on good paths. It is a remarkable route for its biodiversity.
Les bords de la Souchez à Liévin
7.59 mi
+207 ft
-184 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Liévin (Pas-de-Calais)
Pour cette randonnée vous passerez sur les bords de la Souchez et par le Parc de la Glissoire sur des chemins tranquilles et piste cyclables.
The 80 slag heap (Garennes Pont Ampère) along La Souchez
3.42 mi
+85 ft
-85 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Liévin (Pas-de-Calais)
This route will take you to the top of the flat 80 slag heap (shaped like a plateau), offering a beautiful view of the mining basin and the Artois hills. The rest of the route follows the course of the Souchez river in a green and peaceful setting.
Through the woodland on the hills above Ablin-Saint-Nazaire
3.90 mi
+243 ft
-246 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Ablain-Saint-Nazaire (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely little walk to enjoy when it’s very hot, as it’s largely shaded but not excessively so. The woodland is magnificent and the place exudes a sense of tranquillity. It’s a little hilly, but again, not excessively so.
However, I wouldn’t recommend doing it during wet weather, as theGR®127can get very muddy.
Le Bois de Mont
12.15 mi
+709 ft
-732 ft
6h 10
Difficult
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
A very green route in the Artois hills, with two beautiful climbs and a minimum of roads.
This route, which is already difficult, becomes very difficult in wet weather. I walked it on 25/02/2026 and some of the paths were barely passable.
Circular walk through the woods of Parc d'Olhain from Verdrel.
4.76 mi
+328 ft
-331 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
A superb little walk to do in good weather. Ideal in hot weather, this walk offers both the comfort of the forest and beautiful views, as most of the path to Parc d'Olhain runs along the edge of the forest. Views and coolness, what a joy.
Slag heap 75, Pinchonvalles ridge
3.39 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Pas-de-Calais
This itinerary takes you to Europe's longest slag heap, which stretches over 2km and fills an ancient valley. You'll enjoy views over the coalfield and the Artois hills. At times, you'll have the impression of walking along a mountain ridge. An entirely wooded terril, it is a reserve for numerous species.
Short circular loop: Servins – Gouy-Servins
3.24 mi
+72 ft
-72 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
Ideal for a family walk, this route passes through the villages of Servins and Gouy-Servins. You’ll walk along grassy and stony paths, as well as tarmac roads. You’ll catch sight of the Bouvigny-Boyeffles mast and enjoy lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
Circular loop via the Bouvigny mast
5.19 mi
+295 ft
-305 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely circular route through the countryside of Servins, Bouvigny-Boyeffles and Hersin-Coupigny, featuring lovely views and a passage beneath the large antenna. The route follows paths and a short stretch of road.
Circular loop around the Servins mast
7.21 mi
+279 ft
-279 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely walk starting from Servins, passing through Bouvigny-Boyeffles, Hersin-Coupigny and Verdrel. You’ll walk along stony, grassy paths and a few roads. You’ll enjoy several views of the surrounding countryside.
Circular Alouettes loop starting from Servins
6.84 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
The ideal time to visit this variant of Les Alouettes, with its beautiful vegetable gardens, magnificent hydrangea beds and a farmyard with a majestic and somewhat pretentious royal turkey.
More walks in Annequin
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