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Doulcon walks
From the Meuse Valley to the banks of the Meuse
Tourist office
9.25 mi
+909 ft
-896 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Doulcon (Meuse)
Starting from Doulcon, you will discover the typical landscapes of the Meuse coast. A detour through the pretty village of Mont-devant-Sassey has some beautiful architectural surprises in store for you! You will then reach the village of Sassey-sur-Meuse via the coast before reaching Dun-sur-Meuse and then Doulcon via the towpath along the navigable Meuse. Passing through four municipalities: Dun-sur-Meuse, Doulcon, Mont-devant-Sassey and Sassey-sur-Meuse, you can start your walk from any of them. You can also split this walk to shorten it or avoid the forest during the hunting season.
In the footsteps of Chanzy via the Ferme des Petites Censes
Local authority
9.08 mi
+702 ft
-699 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Nouart (Ardennes)
This hilly mountain bike trail takes you to the heart of an authentic region combining forests, countryside and vast fields. Starting from Nouart, the birthplace of General Chanzy, the route passes through several villages and hamlets: Tailly, Barricourt, Les Petites Censes, Les Forgettes, Les Tuileries... where remarkable stone buildings, witnesses to the local heritage, can be seen. A varied and rhythmic trail, ideal for mountain bikers in search of nature, hills and historical discoveries.
In the footsteps of Chanzy
13.08 mi
+968 ft
-984 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Nouart (Ardennes)
This hilly mountain bike trail takes you into the heart of an authentic region combining forests, countryside and vast fields. Starting from Nouart, the birthplace of General Chanzy, the route passes through several villages and hamlets: Tailly, Barricourt, Les Petites Censes, Les Forgettes, Les Tuileries, Rémonville... where remarkable stone buildings, witnesses to the local heritage, can be seen. A varied and fast-paced trail, ideal for mountain bikers in search of nature, hills and historical discoveries.
Landreville Castle Trail
7.26 mi
+302 ft
-299 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Buzancy (Ardennes) (Ardennes)
Starting from Sivry-les-Buzancy, the trail winds through fields and villages, passing through Bayonville and Imécourt, offering beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The highlight of the route, Landreville Castle, reveals itself as you walk, adding a touch of heritage to this accessible and rejuvenating hike. Ideal for lovers of nature, tranquillity and local discoveries.
Ariethal Trail
6.67 mi
+423 ft
-400 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Fléville (Ardennes)
Fancy a walk that combines architectural prowess and forest? The Ariethal trail is for you. From Fléville, venture into an enchanting forest setting to admire the curves of the famous stone giant nestled in its green setting, the Ariethal Viaduct. This route will also invite you to enter the memorial plantation dedicated to the Big Red One, a living, green tribute that links this land to history.
Odyssey around Buzancy
28.96 mi
+1,624 ft
-1,617 ft
5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Bar-lès-Buzancy (Ardennes)
The Buzancy Mountain Bike Odyssey is a challenging, demanding route designed for thrill seekers and those who enjoy a good challenge. It follows beautiful rural paths offering sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, between valleys and open horizons. Throughout the route, the ride is an invitation to discover the local heritage, with the chapel of Masmes, the outbuildings of Château Augeard, and beautiful typical villages such as Autruche, Fossé and Saint-Pierremont, identifiable by their numerous elegant yellow stone houses.
François Desportes trail in Champigneulle
4.32 mi
+213 ft
-217 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Champigneulle (Ardennes)
This route will introduce you to some iconic works by François Desportes, a painter little known to the general public who was born in Champigneulle. He was the animal and hunting scene painter for several kings. Enjoy exploring the village streets.
Castle trail from Marcq
7.64 mi
+525 ft
-525 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Marcq (Ardennes)
A must for history buffs and cultural hikers! This route linking Marcq to Cornay offers a unique immersion in the region's architectural heritage. While enjoying the serenity of the undergrowth, walkers will have the privilege of admiring three remarkable castles, the view from the Croix du Bayle, and the elegance of these two Argonne villages.
Les Vertiges du Val d'Aire
23.66 mi
+1,207 ft
-1,227 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Marcq (Ardennes)
This hilly route around the Aire Valley, famous for its exceptional biodiversity, is the perfect combination of exercise and heritage! Hop on your mountain bike and tackle the Vertiges du Val d'Aire. This challenging route will thrill you with its forest trails and panoramic views of the bucolic Argonne countryside, while punctuating your route with the authentic charm of our rural villages and prestigious stops such as the fortified church of Saint-Juvin and the Abbey of Chéhéry.
Les Vertiges du Val d'Aire, via the Ariethal Viaduct and Chéhéry Abbey
15.62 mi
+791 ft
-791 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Marcq (Ardennes)
This hilly route around the Aire Valley, famous for its exceptional biodiversity, is the perfect combination of exercise and heritage! Hop on your mountain bike and tackle the Vertiges du Val d'Aire route. This challenging route will thrill you with its forest trails and panoramic views of the bucolic Argonne countryside, while punctuating your journey with the authentic charm of our rural villages and prestigious stops such as the Ariethal Viaduct and Chéhéry Abbey.
Between Mémoire and Val d'Aire towards Châtel-Chéhéry
8.21 mi
+518 ft
-512 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Chatel-Chéhéry (Ardennes)
Nestled between the Aire Valley and the forest, this route starting from the village of Châtel-Chéhéry and its elegant château will take you to the outskirts of Apremont-sur-Aire to discover a significant memorial site: the German military cemetery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Butte de Vauquois and the Mont des Allieux
Visorando Member3.65 mi
+404 ft
-394 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Vauquois (Meuse)
A historical walk exploring the Butte de Vauquois and the National Necropolis of La Maize. The Battle of Vauquois took place during the First World War. The village was built on the hill of the same name, making it a strategic location. Vauquois is a key site associated with trench warfare, a tactic involving the digging of deep tunnels and the burial of tonnes of explosives within them to cause significant damage on the surface before launching an assault.
Autruche trail
7.58 mi
+456 ft
-456 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Autruche (Ardennes)
This countryside route starting from Autruche takes you across open fields to a remarkable viewpoint over the Tourbières de la Bar, a Natura 2000 classified natural site. Interpretive panels provide a better understanding of the ecological richness of these exceptional wetlands. An accessible and informative hike, ideal for lovers of nature and biodiversity, to discover a preserved natural heritage.
Fumuy route
8.11 mi
+410 ft
-423 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Grandpré (Ardennes)
A trail in the heart of the Argonne, nestled on the gaize where trees flourish and geological mysteries exist. The route allows you to get closer to and learn more about karst formations called "gouffres" (chasms).
In the Meuse Argonne, starting from Neuvilly-en-Argonne
6.79 mi
+328 ft
-344 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Neuvilly-en-Argonne (Meuse)
You will discover the Étang des Bercettes, classified as a sensitive natural area, and walk along the Argonais massif.
TheGR®14climbs to reach the Haute Chevauchée. During this hike, you will explore part of the nature trail where you will find all manner of trees, including black walnut and silver fir.
On the hill at Stonne
6.30 mi
+492 ft
-515 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Les Grandes-Armoises (Ardennes)
Before reaching Stonne, with its highest point known as ‘le pain de sucre’, its panoramic views and its orientation table, you’ll walk through the shade of the forest.
The short ‘mountainous’ section around the village can be avoided. The return route takes you across a plateau amidst meadows and fields.
The village of Stonne was the scene of fierce fighting in May 1940 following the German army’s breakthrough at Sedan.
Within the grounds of the Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu
9.24 mi
+814 ft
-787 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Les Grandes-Armoises (Ardennes)
This walk is a journey back in time.
Starting from areas of livestock farming and crop cultivation, you’ll come across monuments and information boards along the route that recount the resistance to the German invasion during the Battle of Stonne in May 1940.
You’ll journey back to the 12th century with the Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu, the forest and the estates that belonged to it, and finish the route on the Roman road that led from Reims to Trier.
Froideterre Fortification, Douaumont Ossuary and Zigzag Trench
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.22 mi
+768 ft
-755 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Bras-sur-Meuse (Meuse)
This history-filled route allows you to discover structures, shelters, command posts, entrenchments and an intermediate ammunition shelter still in good condition, as well as some remains of trenches and isolated combat posts.
Around Douaumont
7.61 mi
+840 ft
-866 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Fleury-devant-Douaumont (Meuse)
A route steeped in the history of the Great War.This route offers a chance to explore the woods replanted following the 1914–1918 war between France and Germany.There are several historical remains to explore, such as bunkers, shelters and buildings including the Douaumont Ossuary and Fort Douaumont.
Verdun battlefields
5.63 mi
+449 ft
-463 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Fleury-devant-Douaumont (Meuse)
Connect, in 9 km, the memorial, the destroyed village of Fleury, the ossuary, the Zigzag Trench and Fort Douaumont.
From the Verdun Memorial to Bezonvaux via Fort Douaumont
10.83 mi
+840 ft
-833 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Fleury-devant-Douaumont (Meuse)
This walk takes you past many ruined structures, a destroyed village, monuments, memorial stones and recently restored trenches. It passes by Fort Douaumont and the Douaumont Cemetery. Look carefully at the ground – you’ll still find plenty of shell fragments and sometimes even whole shells.
Mont-Dieu
5.84 mi
+482 ft
-472 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Mont-Dieu (Ardennes)
The Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu was built in a vast 24-hectare clearing in the middle of a huge 1,123-hectare forest, whose springs feed the numerous ponds. We invite you to explore this wooded, hilly region, as well as the park and the rear of the charterhouse.
