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Pont de l'Imbécile
Visorando Member
5.86 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Château-l'Abbaye (Nord)
Take a short trip to Château-l'Abbaye along the Scheldt and Scarpe rivers to cross the Pont de l'Imbécile bridge!
Wiers – Belœil
10.17 mi
+325 ft
-151 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Péruwelz (Hainaut)
Starting from the random point given at the end of the previous stage, we will explore the Belgian-French border region in southern Hainaut, moving back and forth between France and Belgium, including the curious town of Bon-Secours with its cathedral situated right on the border. This stage ends in the municipality of Belœil at a holiday let booked for the occasion.
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.
Old Canal via Morlies, starting from Your Nature
3.00 mi
+43 ft
-39 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Antoing (Hainaut)
Walk through the hamlet of Morlies and along a short stretch of the Vieux Canal.
Sabatière slag heap
2.59 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Raismes (Nord)
This short walk through the Scarpe Escaut Nature Reserve will take you through the woods, past marshes, where you can discover the remains of the old coal mines, reach the foot of the last headframe, climb to the top of the Térril de la Sabatière and enjoy the superb view.
Circular Chabaud-Latour in Bonsecours
11.72 mi
+230 ft
-240 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Condé-sur-l'Escaut (Nord)
This circular route connects the Chabaud-Latour Pond to the Bonsecours Forest in Péruwelz. Along the route, you can see the Fosse Ledoux headframe and its slag heap, the Bernissart Fire Machine and the Basilica of Our Lady of Bon-Secours in Péruwelz.
La Mare à Goriaux in the Raismes Forest
4.30 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Raismes (Nord)
Discover the famous yet little-known "Mare à Goriaux" near Saint-Amand-les-Eaux. It may be called a "mare" (pond), but it is actually a majestic little lake. The walk begins with the ascent of a small slag heap, which will open up a superb panorama overlooking the lake. You will also walk along the equally famous Arenberg trench for 300 to 400 metres.
Mare à Goriaux circuit
6.02 mi
+79 ft
-72 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Hasnon (Nord)
This route takes you through the mythical 'Trouée d'Arenberg' (Arenberg gap), the venue for the Paris-Roubaix race, and then on to the Mare à Goriaux bird sanctuary.
From Taintignies to Lac du Héron
34.67 mi
+236 ft
-262 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Rumes (Hainaut)
Gravel or hybrid bike route from Taintignies to the Marais de Fretin and Lac du Héron. The route is mainly on tarmac at the start, then there are quite a few ‘white’ tracks. A very lovely ride, with Lac du Héron as the highlight.
Around Landas
5.60 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Landas (Nord)
Discover the beauty of the countryside around Landas on a picturesque walk that will take you through the charming streets, lanes and paths of this delightful village in the Pévèle region. This walk is suitable for everyone and offers a chance to relax in the heart of the countryside.
Fontaine d'Haveluy, the ponds and return via Hérin
6.17 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Bellaing (Nord)
Easy walk from Bellaing to the slag heap, the mining cottages and the Haveluy pit.Return through the countryside with a view of the Arenberg slagheap and the Saint-Amand forest.Enjoy the walk.
Tournai – Wiers
14.22 mi
+171 ft
-226 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
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.
Explore the village of Orcq via the Trieu des Pouriaux
Association / Club / Walk leader5.21 mi
+105 ft
-105 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
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
4.29 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
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.
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