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Avesnes-sur-Helpe walks
Route of Caesar’s Camp in Avesnes-sur-Helpe
AONB
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.
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.
A walk through the hedgerows in Saint-Aubin
Visorando Member4.29 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 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.
Circular route starting from Saint-Aubin in the Avesnois region
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.
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.
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.
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.
Circular cycling in Forêt l'Abbé - Val Joly
16.07 mi
+728 ft
-725 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
Cycling route through the Bois l'Abbé forest
Towards Moustier-en-Fagne by bike
23.56 mi
+814 ft
-810 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
A route that allows you to discover the natural and architectural heritage. From the former priory of Moustier-en-Fagne to Trélon Castle, via the Monts de Baives and Wallers-en-Fagne Nature Reserve.
To the Ferme des Bahardes by bike
13.50 mi
+407 ft
-400 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
A walk through the Avesnois bocage with its farms and cows.
To Féron by bike from Sains-du-Nord
15.29 mi
+410 ft
-430 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
Explore the small paths of the villages of Sains-du-Nord, Rainsars, Féron and Étrœungt by bike.
Cycling to Solre-le-Château
19.70 mi
+663 ft
-656 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
A beautiful bike ride that takes you to the famous leaning bell tower of Solre-le-Château via Liessies, where you can explore the Parc Départemental de l'Abbaye.
Towards Ferme de la Motte through the forest and along the greenway.
9.30 mi
+433 ft
-430 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Sains-du-Nord (Nord)
A circular cycle route to explore the national forest, the Ferme de la Motte farm and Liessies Castle.
Route of the chapels in the Helpe Valley in Cartignies
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.
The Buffalo Trail in Étrœungt
7.18 mi
+364 ft
-371 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Étrœungt (Nord)
This route, in the heart of the Thiérache and the Lower Helpe Valley, passes through very wet areas. It is intended for experienced walkers given the nature of the terrain.
Watermill Trail in Felleries
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.
Path along Fache d'Ahant
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.
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.
Discover the kiosks by bike, starting from Sars-Poteries
23.14 mi
+810 ft
-817 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sars-Poteries (Nord)
This route allows you to discover the kiosks, typical elements of the built heritage of the Avesnois region.
From Sars-Poteries to Monceau-Saint-Waast
13.48 mi
+203 ft
-364 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sars-Poteries (Nord)
The second stage of your journey will take you on a hike through the bocage countryside to discover master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers. Take your time to visit and plan your stay over two days.
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.
The organic milk route starting from Féron
6.45 mi
+279 ft
-279 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Féron (Nord)
Discover the profession of organic farming through the Baladavesnois app. This cycle route through the Avesnois countryside can also be completed on foot. We offer four stops along the way to provide explanations about biodiversity, water, cattle farming and the production of Maroilles cheese. A few information panels along the route will also complement the explanations provided by the digital tour.
Chevireuil Valley Route in Floyon
5.60 mi
+341 ft
-318 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Floyon (Nord)
A route through the Chevireuil valley, which flows into the Helpe Mineure. The path winds up and down around the streams.
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.
From Féron to Liessies
10.42 mi
+305 ft
-338 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Féron (Nord)
Third stage of this bocage route. Cycle and take the time to discover the farms, historical heritage and restaurants offering delicious regional produce, and let yourself be transported by the history of the landscape...
Getaway along the Sambre from Bachant
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.