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In the Great Forest of Chimay
Visorando Member
10.53 mi
+456 ft
-449 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chimay (Hainaut)
The large Chimay forest can be reached by first crossing some pretty countryside. And it's the same again for a kilometre as you leave the woods to the south-east of Seloignes. The end, from km 14, is back in the countryside.
Étang de la Fourchinée and Bois de Seloignes circular
4.00 mi
+108 ft
-108 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Chimay (Hainaut)
This walk starts at the Étang de la Fourchinée nature reserve, crosses the Bois de Saint-Remy and then the Bois de Seloignes, before returning along a small tarmac country road for about 1,500 metres. In the Bois de Seloignes, you will pass close to the Source de l'Eau Blanche.
The Virelles Pond
6.37 mi
+276 ft
-302 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Chimay (Hainaut)
The Virelles Pond, known locally as "Lac de Virelles", and its Aquascope are major centres for nature conservation. You will be blown away by this natural site, surrounded by green valleys, wooded slopes and picturesque villages. Along the Eau Blanche, the murmur of the waterfalls will lull you as you walk.
In the Hainaut boot, starting from Macon
8.16 mi
+449 ft
-469 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Momignies (Hainaut)
Explore the bocage landscape in the Chimay region via quiet country lanes, beautiful forest paths and hidden trails. Enjoy the stunning scenery dotted with numerous ponds in this region, which saw the arrival of American soldiers in September 1944.
The (W)Artoise and the Maginot Line in Cendron
7.93 mi
+312 ft
-295 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Momignies (Hainaut)
An excursion on the French-Belgian border that follows the Artoise or Wartoise and allows you to see several remains of the Maginot Line. Imagine yourself as a French soldier in 1939, working hard to complete the blockhouses before the war.
Blue stone, from quarrying to construction in Wallers-en-Fagne
AONB
2.16 mi
+128 ft
-112 ft
1h 05
Moderate
Departure from Wallers-en-Fagne (Nord)
In the Baladavesnois collection, this walk takes young and old alike to the heart of the village’s attractions.Through a route full of questions and games, explore Wallers-en-Fagne and uncover the beautiful legend that explains the origins of the local tradition of stonemasons, who today practise their craft in this lovely village. For centuries, they have kept alive a precious craft that owes everything to the mysterious day once experienced by the young Clotaire...
The Blue Stone Route in Wallers-en-Fagne
2.60 mi
+85 ft
-85 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Wallers-en-Fagne (Nord)
An easy route marked by blue stone milestones showcasing stonework, tools
and stone-carving techniques. Suitable for all seasons.
Discover a village in Thiérache and the Maginot fortifications
7.05 mi
+377 ft
-397 ft
4 hrs
Not specified
Departure from La Neuville-aux-Joûtes (Ardennes)
This hike follows one of three routes created by the Maginot Association in La Neuville-aux-Joûtes. Along varied paths, you will discover a pretty village in the Thiérache region, set among hedgerows and livestock farms, as well as four military structures from the Second World War.
Forest, streams and ponds around Signy-le-Petit
11.20 mi
+482 ft
-492 ft
5h 35
Difficult
Departure from Signy-le-Petit (Ardennes)
In this corner of Thiérache, the forest, ponds and waterways have been the driving force behind various economic activities throughout the ages. Livestock farming also plays an important role in this region of scattered settlements and hedgerows.
This hike can be shortened by almost half. See Practical Information
21/08/2024: Hike modified.
The Croix Colas route
Local authority6.94 mi
+318 ft
-318 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Signy-le-Petit (Ardennes)
This route offers a pleasant walk, alternating between forest paths, country lanes and waterside trails. The woods provide welcome shade, whilst the more open sections offer glimpses of the surrounding countryside. You’ll also come across some local heritage sites and hamlets, which lend the route an authentic feel. The presence of small streams and the canal creates a calm and cool atmosphere, which is particularly pleasant in summer. A varied and accessible route, ideal for a peaceful outing in the countryside.
Around Montbliart
3.86 mi
+315 ft
-315 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Sivry-Rance (Hainaut)
Circular between bocage and woods, from Eau d'Eppe to Ry de Fromont. Montbliart is a small village in Belgium surrounded by hamlets and farms. The built heritage is typical.Montbliart was also the headquarters of an academy of surrealist artists (painters and poets) who created an art magazine, the Daily-Bul (information panels in front of the village hall).
Route of springs from La Neuville-aux-Joûtes
8.22 mi
+456 ft
-482 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from La Neuville-aux-Joûtes (Ardennes)
A hike through soggy terrain in the northern French Ardennes on the Belgian border. At an altitude of 300 m, you’ll need to cross a multitude of streams and springs to complete this route. Waterproof footwear is essential.
La Transylvestre
17.52 mi
+1,020 ft
-1,024 ft
8 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
A very hilly and wooded cross-border circuit that takes hikers through rich, wild countryside. Suitable for experienced walkers.
Discovering the hidden flora and fauna of the Natura 2000 site in Avesnois
2.10 mi
+138 ft
-125 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Eppe-Sauvage (Nord)
: Please note: trail temporarily closed due to works__
A family route from the Baladavesnois collection, exploring birds and flora.
Cross-border walk to Lake Val Joly
14.05 mi
+856 ft
-856 ft
7h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sivry-Rance (Hainaut)
Long hike starting from Sautin in the municipality of Sivry-Rance, through the Bois de Bruyère towards Lac du Val Joly, in the French municipality of Eppe-Sauvage, partly following the Transylvestre andGR®®125Tour de l'Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse trails. Wooded and rural, the route alternates between forest trails, country lanes and local roads.
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