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Avesnes-le-Comte walks
The Lime Tree Avenue in Lignereuil
Visorando Member
18.41 mi
+505 ft
-486 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Avesnes-le-Comte (Pas-de-Calais)
After starting on the Avesnes footpaths, we follow the GRP® de l'Artois, then the GR®121 for a long and varied loop.Wide paths across agricultural plains, trails along woods and finally the Allée des Tilleuls in Lignereuil.
All dotted with a few châteaux.
It's enough to make for a good day out, especially as the paths are generally in very good condition, even in wet weather.
Noyelle-Vion: in the footsteps of the Gauls
13.40 mi
+266 ft
-276 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Noyelle-Vion (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a long route on good paths, which means it can be enjoyed in all seasons.There are a few sections on roads, but apart from the D68 near Avesnes, they are not very busy.The icing on the cake is the crossing of Avesnes-le-Comte via Les Voyettes.
The three castles from Hauteville
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.08 mi
+187 ft
-187 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Hauteville (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike between plains and woods will take you to Barly Castle. Listed as a historic monument, it was built in 1780 by the Blin family. It is open to visitors today. You will also see Fosseux Castle, which was built in 1770 by Parisian architect Villetard at the request of Ferdinand Dubois de Hoves de Fosseux.
The wolf trail from Lignereuil
6.89 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Lignereuil (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike in Artois will take you through beautiful villages between plains and woodlands on good quality paths, returning via the 1,350-metre-long Allée des Tilleuls, lined with 898 hundred-year-old trees planted in 1745 by Louis Benoit de Hamel, and Lignereuil Castle.
Aux sources de la Canche
13.39 mi
+643 ft
-636 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Sars-le-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route that is ideal when the weather is less favourable.A few small roads (most of which have grass growing in the central reservation), some fairly easy country lanes and a very beautiful section leading down to Le Cauroy.
Lucheux and its forest
9.20 mi
+328 ft
-331 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Sus-Saint-Léger (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful route around Lucheux, best done in dry weather, as theGR®124is in very poor condition (and poorly marked!) in the forest.
You may see deer and wild boar.
This route replaces the old one, the western section of which is now impassable.
The upper Crinchon valley at Bailleulmont
11.97 mi
+358 ft
-354 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bailleulmont (Pas-de-Calais)
It’s a mix of two marked trails in the area: the Sentier de la Tour (Bailleulmont) and the Val du Crinchon (Bailleulval).I rediscovered it recently and had a lovely day there: lots of paths, some of which are absolutely stunning.
The Chemin Vert in Aubigny-en-Artois
8.83 mi
+276 ft
-269 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aubigny-en-Artois (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a reworking of an existing route, part of which has unfortunately disappeared due to lack of maintenance. The route through Aubignyen-Artois has also been modified to take the old, less busy streets, and a return trip to Villers-Châtel has been added to admire the church and castle.The circuit is done in the opposite direction to the signposting, which allows you to start with the most urban part.See practical information
Le chemin vert depuis Aubigny-en-Artois
6.86 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Aubigny-en-Artois (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée dans les paysages de l'Artois et ses villages.
Autour du bois d'Habarcq
7.27 mi
+190 ft
-213 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Haute-Avesnes (Pas-de-Calais)
Du porche majestueux de l'ancienne ferme principale de la commanderie des templiers jusqu'à l'église de Hermaville au clocher-tour imposant, édifiée en 1782 et classée "monument historique", une randonnée à travers champs, bosquets et bois sur des chemins en bon état. Cette randonnée emprunte par endroit la randonnée "Sentier des Templiers" éditée par l'Office du Tourisme des"Campagnes de l'Artois".
Sentier du bout du monde (End of the World Trail) from Warlus
7.18 mi
+203 ft
-203 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Warlus (Pas-de-Calais)
An easy hike on beautiful paths that will take you through Simencourt and Berneville. Warlus was the seat of a seigneury before the revolution. This hike in the plains, with a few wooded sections, is ideal for families.
Along the young Scarpe from Frévin-Capelle to Aubigny-en-Artois
5.12 mi
+92 ft
-85 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Frévin-Capelle (Pas-de-Calais)
During this walk of just over 8 km, you’ll walk in the shade alongside the Scarpe, which is still narrow here, and pass through three pretty villages with their white-stone farms and churches. You’ll also find a local pub, La Belle Époque, open every lunchtime except Tuesdays, opposite the town hall in Frévin-Capelle.
De la Canche au Bois de Mortagne
7.43 mi
+305 ft
-312 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Canettemont (Pas-de-Calais)
An easy start on good paths, then a passage along the Sentier des Culs Trempés (which unfortunately is no longer maintained) before a beautiful climb up to Canettemont.
La vallée de la Scarpe depuis Acq
6.85 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Acq (Pas-de-Calais)
Cette randonnée vous emmène dans la plaine de l'Artois et la vallée de la Scarpe.
Discover the splendours of Mont Saint-Éloi, Écoivres & Acq
5.63 mi
+236 ft
-243 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Acq (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk is loosely based on the "Sentier des Pierres du Diable" (Devil's Stone Trail), but allows you to discover, alongside the famous Devil's Stones, the magnificent Mont-Éloi Abbey, the Écoivres war cemetery, the churches of Écoivres, Acq and Mont Saint-Éloi, and the Acq mill.
The lark from Rivière
6.64 mi
+217 ft
-236 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Rivière (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starting from Rivière will take you through the plains and woods towards L’Alouette before returning via the Fossé de Berles and the Fossé à l’Eau. You can admire Saint-Vaast Church, a listed historic monument.
The Beech Tree Route in Lucheux
14.25 mi
+748 ft
-745 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Lucheux (Somme)
I have tried to revive an old marked trail (and kept its name) which, like many in the area, has completely disappeared (the Somme CDRP seems rather ineffective and, moreover, is unreachable).
It is a route with virtually no roads, but crossing the Forest of Lucheux is very difficult as many of the paths are badly damaged. Fortunately, the GR® markings are clear there.
So, a difficult route, even very difficult after rain: in good condition on 19 April 2026, apart of course from the section through the forest where the ‘path’ is in a terrible state.
From the arboretum to the castle
6.54 mi
+144 ft
-135 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cambligneul (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike in the Artois plain will take you along good paths to Villers-Châtel and its castle, park and cave, where you can enjoy the surrounding landscapes, biodiversity and heritage.
La Renarde à Camblain-l'Abbé
7.34 mi
+335 ft
-331 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Camblain-l'Abbé (Pas-de-Calais)
Randonnée dans l'Artois autour de Villers-au-Bois. Elle vous fera découvrir notre belle région.
Les quatre vents à Camblain-l'Abbé
7.00 mi
+197 ft
-167 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Camblain-l'Abbé (Pas-de-Calais)
Cette randonnée vous amènera dans la plaine de l'Artois en passant par les villages de Maisnil et Cambligneul.
Les guernoules depuis Camblain-l'Abbé
6.99 mi
+246 ft
-243 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Camblain-l'Abbé (Pas-de-Calais)
Circuit agréable pour découvrir les villages de l'Artois
On the Plateau des Atrébates, starting from Frévillers
14.91 mi
+531 ft
-545 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Frévillers (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a long route without any major difficulties, apart from the distance. It follows a succession of wide paths and small roads, making it safe to walk even in wet weather. It is therefore ideal from October onwards.
Les Droites Pierres via Mont-Saint-Éloi
7.99 mi
+295 ft
-289 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Mont-Saint-Éloi (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starts in Écoivres, a hamlet in Mont-Saint-Éloi, and takes you through the surrounding villages. Don't forget to visit the Droites Pierres (Straight Stones), or Pierres du Diable (Devil's Stones) according to legend, and climb up to the old abbey.
Trail towards Caucourt Ford
8.45 mi
+512 ft
-509 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Caucourt (Pas-de-Calais)
Caucourt is a small village near Olhain.From the church, you cross pleasant plains and villages, especially on sunny days.Avoid this route in very hot weather, as it is not much shade; in rain or fog, the view won't be as good!...
In the direction of the trail, you'll save the best until last, the Gué de Caucourt and its mill.
Écoivres via the Bois de Marœuil
4.50 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Marœuil (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike, starting from the Bois de Marœuil, will take you to the hamlet of Bray et Écoivres, along very good paths and through the Franco-British cemetery. The return journey is via the Bois de Marœuil.
The Two Woods and the Quilienne river
10.61 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Pas-en-Artois (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely walk on the borders of Pas-de-Calais and the Somme.You'll discover the pretty Quilienne river (which did a lot of damage in 2016) and the Bois de Saint-Pierre (woods).
It's possible to add one or two extensions, so that the trail can exceed 22km (see practical info).
The sources of the Lawe
4.67 mi
+253 ft
-269 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Magnicourt-en-Comte (Pas-de-Calais)
The Lawe is a river that rises in Rocourt-en-l’Eau, a hamlet of Magnicourt-en-Comté.
This short walk of around 7.5 km is perfect for families and their canine companions.
You’ll discover the village of Magnicourt-en-Comté, its12th-century church, its wooded surroundings and its paths.
There are a few hills but nothing insurmountable.
Mont de La Comté
8.25 mi
+535 ft
-535 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Magnicourt-en-Comte (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike takes you to Mont de La Comté, where the view is well worth seeing. You may be lucky enough to spot some roe deer on the edge of the surrounding woods.
You will pass through the pretty village of La Comté with its waterfall, old mill and beautiful church.
Around the village of Villers-au-Bois
6.65 mi
+213 ft
-233 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villers-au-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike will take you through woods and plains, passing through the Bois Poret. You will then pass the British cemetery and the old train station before crossing the Bois des Baudets. Here you may encounter some beautiful wildlife.
The Chartiaux from Villers-au-Bois
6.71 mi
+200 ft
-203 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Villers-au-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely walk through the Bois de la Loterie and Bois d’Ecoivres. Ascent of Mont Saint-Éloi, returning via the Artois countryside.
Au Nord-Ouest de Villers-au-Bois
6.37 mi
+190 ft
-213 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Villers-au-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a short route with little elevation gain, mainly on paths and trails.A big advantage in hot weather is that the start is in the open, but the end of the route is very shady.
The donkeys
7.64 mi
+266 ft
-269 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Villers-au-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk will introduce you to this charming village in Artois and its surroundings. Following good paths across the plains and through the woods, you will reach the entrance to Mont Saint-Éloi, with a view of the old abbey.
Southern Lucheux circuit: La Cavée
10.47 mi
+492 ft
-479 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Grouches-Luchuel (Somme)
There is very little tarmac on this route , which is best done in dry weather.Discover La Cavée, ravaged by storms a few years ago and beautifully restored.A good stretch of the route is on the old railway line (well shaded) before descending to the beautiful village of Grouches-Luchuel.
From Montagne Blanche to the Amplier Valley
16.23 mi
+827 ft
-827 ft
8h 10
Difficult
Departure from Halloy (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
A long hike in the north of the Somme. Most of the paths are in good condition (even in late winter) and there are occasional tarmac sections, but no traffic.
A lovely variety of landscapes! I find the Amplier Valley very beautiful and the path between Beauquesne and Beauval is very interesting.
Around Olhain
14.24 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,079 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Gauchin-Légal (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with significant elevation gain and some fairly difficult paths.The path between (3) and (4) is very difficult but can be avoided. It was passable in late September 2025 (dry season).There are a few road crossings, but with very little traffic.
The Caucourt Ford
6.75 mi
+240 ft
-226 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gauchin-Légal (Pas-de-Calais)
A short route, on paths that are more or less paved, pleasant in all seasons (except during very wet periods) with a passage at the Gué de Caucourt.
1- Hermin Town Hall advises against using the path between points (11) and (12) until the end of 2025. It is now April 2026 and nothing has changed: no works are underway and there are barriers on both sides. I have just walked along it and it is perfectly passable, though still treacherous.
Les presles de Bajus
8.13 mi
+394 ft
-364 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bajus (Pas-de-Calais)
Très belle randonnée un peu vallonnée pour découvrir la région.
The source of the Lawe from Bajus
7.83 mi
+341 ft
-325 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Bajus (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike will take you from the plains to the woods via Thieuloye and Rocourt en l'Eau, where the Lawe river has its source. Bajus was a village where French troops rested before going to the front during the First World War
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.
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 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.
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.
Woods and hills at Gouy-Servins
15.03 mi
+594 ft
-617 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Gouy-Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route through the hills of Pas-de-Calais, with 7 to 8 km through woodland (Bois de Mont and Bois de Mont-Saint-Éloi). The route has been designed using sections of marked trails to minimise the amount of tarmac. This is a fairly difficult hike, particularly in wet weather.
La source de la Lawe
13.99 mi
+741 ft
-755 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from La Comté (Pas-de-Calais)
Randonnée au départ de La Comté qui nous mène près de la source de la Lawe.
Paysage très agréable et quelques vallonnements.
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 around Olhain Park starting from Olhain Castle
3.62 mi
+305 ft
-322 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
From the car park, you’ll find yourself facing Olhain Castle, one of the most beautiful in the region. The rest of the walk alternates between stunning views and short stretches through the undergrowth (not too dense) before reaching the ‘esplanade’ of Olhain Park. You’ll find yourself facing an exceptional panorama.
If you’re lucky, you might see paragliders taking off (admittedly, this is quite rare), and why not visit during the hot-air balloon festival to watch these huge, colourful balloons take off right before your eyes.
Through the Olhain National Forest around Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen
7.88 mi
+614 ft
-607 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
Walk in the Fresnicourt le Dolmen area
Starting from Olhain Castle and heading towards the "Table aux Fées" dolmen, you will pass two sandstone crosses dating from the 13th and 16th centuries, then the hamlet of Verdrel and the Olhain State Forest with its leisure centre, before returning through the forest. Superb views over the plain and its villages.
It is best to do this walk in dry weather as the paths can be difficult in wet conditions.
The Carency roller coaster
5.03 mi
+138 ft
-164 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Carency (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk from Carency takes you through Villers-au-Bois between plains and woods without any great difficulty. Carency was a seigneury until around 1620, then became a barony until 1665 before becoming a marquisate.
From Carency to Mont-Saint-Éloi via Bois Poret
12.04 mi
+545 ft
-522 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Carency (Pas-de-Calais)
A fairly classic route around Mont-Saint-Éloi (the area is very well signposted), with three less-travelled sections to Villers-au-Bois.
It's a bit winding (not intuitive, as one of my friends always says), but it allows you to take a few less-frequented paths.
After the Battle of the Somme
6.99 mi
+272 ft
-272 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Carency (Pas-de-Calais)
This is an easy route offering beautiful views of the memorial sites of the Battle of the Somme during the First World War: Lorette, Mont-Saint-Eloi, Vimy, and the ruined church of Ablain.
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.
Le Moulin Blanc at the start of Brias
8.05 mi
+72 ft
-66 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Brias (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful route starting from Brias with its church and castle towards the Moulin Blanc plain, the village of Valhuon and the Bois d'Antigneul, where it is not uncommon to encounter a few deer. This route is marked in yellow for the most part and is fairly easy to follow and without difficulty.
Les Champs d'Argent
14.03 mi
+617 ft
-610 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Amplier (Pas-de-Calais)
This route partly follows an old marked trail (the Volpin) which seems to have disappeared (there are a few markings near Marieux). It would appear that in the north of the Somme, the lifespan of marked trails is as short as that of hares.
It is of course possible to do only 17 km (by turning left at point 11), but the small northern circular route is very interesting.
There are very few roads and the paths are very good, but sometimes very grassy.
The route will change in May 2024, as the path between the cemetery and the church is currently blocked.
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.
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
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.
