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
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Average duration: 7h 20
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Difficulty: Difficult
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Back to start: Yes
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Ascent: + 902 ft
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Descent: - 902 ft
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Highest point: 459 ft
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Lowest point: 33 ft
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
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Pecq – Tournai
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
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
A walk to discover Froyennes (church, Château Beauregard, Saint-Éloi fountain, watermill) and the surrounding area. Please note: muddy paths in wet weather!
Explore the village of Orcq via the Trieu des Pouriaux
The aim of this walk is to help residents (re)discover the village of Orcq, as well as anyone interested in local history and heritage.
Due to the nature of this document, it cannot be exhaustive. Further information can be found in our magazines, which have already covered certain topics.
Exploring the village of Orcq
The aim of this walk is to help residents (re)discover the village of Orcq, as well as anyone interested in local history and heritage. Due to the nature of this document, it cannot be exhaustive. Further information can be found in our magazines, which have already covered certain topics.
Tournai – Wiers
Setting off to explore the Pierre Brunehaut, an imposing menhir in the Hollain area, requires a detour; but for enthusiasts of megalithic sites, it is a detour well worth taking. To reach it, the walk follows the old Tournai–Cambrai Roman road, then crosses a small section of French territory to reach Belgium at Wiers.
The Maison du Canal and the two Leers
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.
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