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Boussu walks
Sept d'Hornu-Wasmes slag heap
A walk starting from the Sept Hornu-Wasmes slag heap, offering sweeping views of the Borinage and its mining heritage. The cemetery features an unusual piano-shaped memorial. Paths, disused roads, the RAVel cycle route and footpaths make up this easy route, apart from the climb up the slag heap. A walking stick may be useful for the climb; in wet weather, large puddles may form on the path running alongside the N550, so please wear waterproof shoes in such conditions.
Route of the two cycle paths
A walk through woods and fields in the Hauts Pays Nature Reserve.
Tour at the foot of the Levant slag heap in Cuesmes
A short walk along a small section of the Ravel and around the bottom of the Levant slag heap. You will see the Levant site and the remains of the old coal mine.If you feel brave enough, you can climb to the top.
On the way to the Caillou-qui-Bique
This lovely circular walk takes hikers through the Haut-Pays towards Onnezies (with its famous wolf and the manor tower), towards Gussignies (home to the equally renowned Brasserie du Baron) and the Caillou qui Bique above Grande Honnelle.A must for anyone unfamiliar with the region!Mostly through the countryside, the route also follows a section of the RAVeL and forest paths.It crosses part of the Natagora nature reserve at Grande Honnelle, where there are clear signs instructing you to follow the paths and not to pick the flowers – especially not the daffodils or hyacinths, which bloom in turn by the thousands in early spring!
A short visit to our French neighbours from Erquennes
A pleasant, easy walk through gently rolling fields dotted with copses and hedgerows.
Circular route around the mill farm in Sars-la-Bruyère
Country lanes and the edge of the forest feature on this gentle seven-kilometre route.
The Van Gogh Route from Hon-Hergies to Catillon-sur-Sambre
Avesnois section of the Van Gogh Route from Amsterdam to Paris.Communes in the Avesnois region crossed Hon-Hergies, Houdain-Lez-Bavay, Bavay, Mecquignies, Obies, Locquignol, Landrecies, Ors, Catillon-sur-Sambre.
A picturesque corner of the Borinage and the Harchies Marshes
This is an easy walk to visit a picturesque corner of the Borinage region along old miners' paths and discover the charm of the Harchies marshes.
La Mer de Sable, the Fontaine Bouillante and the Blaton-Ath Canal
An easy walk accessible to all at Mer de Sable, in the undivided forest of Stambruges, to discover the Fontaine Bouillante and return along the Blaton-Ath canal on the towpath.
The Baudour Woods (East)
Easy hiking for pedestrians, mountain bikers and horse riders, and for every season: in spring there are pretty flowers, in autumn there are colours and mushrooms.
The Stambruges Forest, the Bouillante Spring and Belœil Castle
Discover the undivided forest of Stambruges, its avenues and paths, and the mystery of the Fontaine Bouillante. Follow the narrow streets of Belœil and Stambruges and marvel at the Château du Prince de Ligne, the ‘Belgian Versailles’.
Two other walks are available: “The Ath-Blaton Canal between Belœil and Stambruges” and “The Mer de Sable, the Fontaine Bouillante and the Blaton-Ath Canal”. This one is intended as a summary of the two (excluding the Mer de Sable) but follows different paths and lanes.
Circular route through the Bois de Ghlin and the Royal Golf Club du Hainaut in Jurbise
Start at the Notre-Dame-du-Moulineau Chapel, listed as a monument and site on 17 March 1977, which is the venue for the procession in Ghlin on the weekend of 15 August and for the Car d’Or procession in Mons.During the route, you will pass through the Royal Golf Club du Hainaut in Jurbise, one of the most beautiful golf courses in Belgium. Please be respectful whilst passing through.
Loop in the Ghlin woods towards Erbisoeuil
Take the time to visit the Notre Dame de Mouligneau chapel, which is magnificent.
Stay on the paths and remember that if you have a dog with you, it must be kept on a leash.
The Ath-Blaton Canal between Belœil and Stambruges
Pleasant walk along the Ath-Blaton Canal and return through the woods of Belœil Castle.
The quarries of Bavaisis
The route highlights activities related to the Bavaisis subsoil. You will pass numerous sand, clay and stone quarries. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists.
Marble Valley Route starting from Gussignies
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
Stone, the blue gold of the marble valley from Gussignies
This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.
A picturesque loop between the French Avesnois and the Belgian highlands
Starting from and returning to the Brasserie au Baron, traveling between the Avesnois Nature Park in France and the Haut-Pays Nature Park in Belgium, this hike brings together the most picturesque segments through back alleys, winding paths, remarkable village centres, paths through the wooded countryside and old railway lines.
Countryside and woods around Roisin and along the Grande Honnelle
Straddling the French-Belgian border, take a short, hilly walk to discover the countryside and woods around Roisin. Part of the route follows the course of the Grande Honnelle, a charming stream. The route also passes by the famous "Caillou qui Bique".