Circular route from Mont-Saint-Haubert
The iconic hill of Tournaisis and its slopes offer panoramic views and trails or paths that you can walk, run or climb. Your steps will take you through countryside dotted with hamlets and farms towards the Scheldt and its Léaucourt cut (a former meander of the river). You will discover a discreet and modest countryside that is not lacking in charm.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 14.15 mi -
Average duration: 7h 20 -
Difficulty: Difficult -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 902 ft -
Descent: - 902 ft -
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Highest point: 459 ft -
Lowest point: 33 ft
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 459 ft - Mont Saint-Hubert
- 1 : mi 0.9 - alt. 154 ft - Chapel
- 2 : mi 2.56 - alt. 325 ft - Bourdeau
- 3 : mi 3.57 - alt. 177 ft - La Goudinière
- 4 : mi 5.18 - alt. 121 ft - Les Pierrots
- 5 : mi 6.54 - alt. 112 ft - Le Courroux
- 6 : mi 7.26 - alt. 148 ft - Bois des Hospices
- 7 : mi 8.56 - alt. 59 ft - Léaucourt
- 8 : mi 9.08 - alt. 39 ft - Dead arm of the - Escaut (fleuve)
- 9 : mi 10.76 - alt. 39 ft - Grande Rigole d'Obigies
- 10 : mi 12.57 - alt. 72 ft - Calvaire du Dé
- 11 : mi 13.15 - alt. 131 ft - Puille Farm
- S/E : mi 14.15 - alt. 459 ft - Mont Saint-Hubert
Other walks in the area
Pecq – Tournai
Visorando Member
7.19 mi
+115 ft
-30 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pecq (Hainaut)
The fifth stage is short and straightforward to describe. Starting from Pecq, it runs to Tournai, following the Scheldt. It is by no means monotonous, however, as the river lies on one side, whilst the scenery on the other side is ever-changing. And the centre of Tournai is well worth a visit.
The Ramegnies-Chin circular route
Association / Club / Walk leader6.68 mi
+39 ft
-43 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pecq (Hainaut)
This circular route takes you through the Scheldt plain between the two villages of Esquelmes and Ramegnies-Chin. It is a rural route along paths and small country roads. Take care when crossing the Tournai road. You will discover the pretty church of Esquelmes near the Scheldt, lined with trees, and the many calvaries and chapels. You will walk along paths lined with hedges and take small passages. At the edge of the Scheldt, you will see Mont Saint-Aubert on the other bank.
Circular walk around Froyennes
3.88 mi
+135 ft
-148 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
A walk to discover Froyennes (church, Château Beauregard, Saint-Éloi fountain, watermill) and the surrounding area. Please note: muddy paths in wet weather!
The Maison du Canal and the two Leers
6.30 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Estaimpuis (Hainaut)
This is a lovely countryside route, straddling the border between Leers in France and Leers-Nord in Belgium. The route starts at the "Maison du Canal", a former lock-keeper’s house on the banks of the Canal de l’Espierres, which links the Canal de Roubaix to the Scheldt.
From Willems to Parc du Héron
7.98 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Willems (Nord)
Loop passing Lac du Héron in Villeneuve-d'Ascq and Forest-sur-Marque. This walk goes along the Marque river for a while and follows part of the GR® 121B.
Mont de l'Enclus
3.58 mi
+499 ft
-466 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Mont-de-l'Enclus (Hainaut)
Start at Café des Acacias, which has ample parking. The first part of the walk is on the GR® 122 before entering the forest. It is a lovely walk with benches and picnic areas. The path is very easy going with pine needles. Refreshments are available (with terrace) at Café des Acacias. A very pleasant walk in dry weather
On the banks of the Nimy Canal in Peronnes
9.97 mi
+167 ft
-177 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Antoing (Hainaut)
A walk along the towpaths of the new and old canals from Nimy to Péronnes.
At the start, you can admire the two giant locks that have replaced the eight locks that you will then pass as you walk down the old canal.
Admire the old lock houses on the old canal.
However, be careful in strong winds between points (8) and (9) as the trees are fragile and it is best to avoid this section.
The entire hike is on tarmac or paved paths.
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