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Ecques walks
Circuit d'Ecques par les landes
Visorando Member 
14.19 mi
+407 ft
-407 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ecques (Pas-de-Calais)
Leave Ecques via the same route, then take a long, flat walk through the fields to reach Heuringhem. Continue across the moors of Blendecques, Rietz de l'Église and Bibrou before reaching Quiestède via Les Bruyères. Return via the Bois d'Ecques.
The route is relatively flat, but there are a few wet areas (more depending on the weather). During hunting season, avoid Sundays, as some communal woods are rented to hunting clubs!
Route modified and improved in September 2024 to avoid the D 190.
The Ponds Trail
Visorando Member 
3.99 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Mametz (Pas-de-Calais)
A short 6 km walk to explore the Étangs de la Sauvagine in Mametz and the Étangs de Rebecques.
Yellow River Trail
Visorando Member 
2.20 mi
+213 ft
-213 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Helfaut (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk around the La Coupole blockhouse, where forest and magnificent ponds come together.
Hugo Trail in Racquinghem
Local authority 6.53 mi
+197 ft
-187 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Racquinghem (Pas-de-Calais)
This route will take you through several different types of landscape: the Plateau des Landes regional nature reserve, the plain and the Neuffossé Canal. The latter separates the Pas-de-Calais department from the Nord department.
It is a marked trail maintained by the Pays de Saint-Omer Urban Community.
The Bietz tour in Aire-sur-Lys
Visorando Member 4.89 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Aire-sur-la-Lys (Pas-de-Calais)
A pleasant and very easy hike around Le Bietz. You will pass through two hamlets in Aire-sur-la-Lys before returning to Moulin le Comte, following the Lys at the end of the route.
A bucolic escape between Aire and Mametz
Visorando Member 6.47 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Aire-sur-la-Lys (Pas-de-Calais)
This route follows the path known as the Bruveau d’Aire-sur-la-Lys, with a few variations. It takes you to the Church of Saint-Vaast in Mametz via the Glomenghem marshes, then back to the hamlet of Moulin-le-Comte via the Chemin de Fauquenthun in the hamlet of Rincq.
The Fontinettes boat elevator
Visorando Member 
5.86 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Arques (Pas-de-Calais) (Pas-de-Calais)
The Sentier des Fontinettes invites you to discover the often overlooked natural riches of Arques: from the Étang de Beauséjour to the Étang de Malhôve, via the Forêt de Rihoult (forest) and the canal towpath, not forgetting the nautical base and boat lift.
La Melde from Wittes
Local authority 5.94 mi
+43 ft
-43 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Wittes (Pas-de-Calais)
This route will allow you to discover the diversity of water in Wittes and Aire-sur-la-Lys. In Wittes, you will find the Melde, a tributary of the Lys. In Aire-sur-la-Lys, you will walk along the Lys, the Bassin des Quatre-Faces, the Ballastière ponds and the Canal de Neuffossé. This is a signposted trail maintained by the Communauté d'Agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer.
The Wavrans Valley
Visorando Member 
7.35 mi
+574 ft
-545 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Esquerdes (Pas-de-Calais)
The Wavrans-sur-l'Aa nature reserve consists of two hillsides separated by a dry valley, Mont Carrière and Montagne d'Elnes. The chalky slopes of the reserve are steep and unusual for the region. They were also "sculpted" by the bombs of the Second World War.
Bois, vallée et coteau de Wavrans-sur-l'Aa
Visorando Member 12.32 mi
+761 ft
-745 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another route around the Coteau d’Elnes with very little tarmac. Crossing the Bois d’Esquerdes is even more enjoyable, and the long walk along the riverbank is most pleasant. Finally, the section through the hillside, especially in fine weather, is a real delight (even if it is a bit of a struggle!)
Back to the Elnes hillside
Visorando Member 14.03 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,283 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
This place is so beautiful that it deserves a second route.Another good climb with 2 nice climbs and a maximum of paths and trails.
Difficult in dry weather and very difficult in wet weather.
From the Aa to the Bois d'Esquerdes
Visorando Member 13.22 mi
+699 ft
-709 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another long route in this magnificent region.The double crossing of the Bois d’Esquerdes is very pleasant, even if wildlife seems scarce there.Discover the Cartoucherie site.
The Pihem Ravine and the Fields of Avroult
Visorando Member 16.91 mi
+961 ft
-942 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another long route to explore the Ravin de Pihem (the upper section of which is (temporarily?) impassable). You’ll also take a superb path at a place called “Les Champs d’Avroult” before popping over to have a look at the old quarries at Cléty.
An easy hike that can be split into two sections.
Between Lys and the Canal
Local authority 6.64 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Aire-sur-la-Lys (Pas-de-Calais)
The town of Aire-sur-la-Lys is crossed by the Lys river. It is bordered by the Neuffossé Canal, which takes the name Canal d'Aire at La Bassée, from this town onwards. The Bassin des Quatre Faces (Four Faces Basin) once allowed boats to turn around and sail in the desired direction: towards the town, the Lys, the canal towards Saint-Omer or Béthune. It is a signposted trail in the Pays de Saint-Omer urban community.
The Surgeon hills
Visorando Member 
6.86 mi
+610 ft
-584 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Enquin-les-Mines (Pas-de-Calais)
A short, undulating route offering beautiful views.
Hills and valleys in Coyecques
Visorando Member 9.64 mi
+991 ft
-991 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Coyecques (Pas-de-Calais)
From the Lys Valley to Noir Mont and discovery of the hidden valley of Maisnil.
The route is almost entirely off-road, either on good grassy paths or vaguely paved paths.
Do not look for markings, as there are none.
Around Bomy
Visorando Member 
3.48 mi
+102 ft
-112 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Bomy (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk in the Artois region, particularly pleasant in autumn.
La Cuvette from Clamarais
Local authority 10.60 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Clairmarais (Pas-de-Calais)
This route is divided between marshland, bocage and forest. It crosses Flanders before returning to the Audomarois region. In the first part of this itinerary, walkers will see street names in Flemish. This is a signposted trail of the Communauté d'Agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer.
Discovering the Audomarois marshlands
Visorando Member 
4.26 mi
+7 ft
-10 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Clairmarais (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk that combines crossing the Clairmarais market garden marsh with the Romelaëre Nature Reserve.Lots of birdwatching: ash herons, coots, storks... And the star attraction of this walk: crossing the canals on the chain ferries, which will appeal to young and old alike!Please note: chain ferries and drawbridges only operate from March 15 to September 5.
Le Puits sans Fond stream
Visorando Member 
7.28 mi
+361 ft
-354 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fléchin (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk that takes you up to the ridge before descending and going along the Puits sans Fond stream. More pleasant in dry weather, as some paths can be very wet.
Molinghem
Visorando Member 
9.95 mi
+180 ft
-177 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Isbergues (Pas-de-Calais)
Walk starting from the square in front of Saint Maurice Church in Molinghem.
Located in the countryside between Isbergues, Lambres, Mazinghem and Molinghem. In the Moulin plain and along the Lambres marsh.
Ecou marsh “Marais d’Ecou” in Tilques
Visorando Member 
6.06 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Tilques (Pas-de-Calais)
Houses, each with its own dock and boat moored on the Lansberg. People fishing practically from their homes. Cottages, each more beautiful than the last. Little market gardeners' boats loaded with crates of vegetables heading off to who knows where.Truly, the passage along the Lansberg will delight you with its beauty.You'll find a tranquil, picturesque feel that's rare in the region.
From Reclinghem to Mont d'Erny
Visorando Member 11.08 mi
+814 ft
-797 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Reclinghem (Pas-de-Calais)
Three lovely climbs and a long stroll across the plateau make for a walk surrounded by nature. A very hilly first section, followed by a long stretch along the heights before descending to Reclinghem with magnificent views. The icing on the cake is an optional circular loop I suggest, which brings the total elevation gain to over 300 m.
Le Lansbergue
Local authority 
3.65 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Tilques (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a route through the heart of the Audomarois marshes along a marked trail maintained by the Pays de Saint-Omer Urban Community.
On the plateau between the Lys and the Aa
Visorando Member 
15.76 mi
+912 ft
-922 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Dennebrœucq (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with a significant elevation gain on paths that are generally in very good condition.
Le Puits sans Fond depuis Febvin-Palfart
Local authority 6.42 mi
+423 ft
-407 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Febvin-Palfart (Pas-de-Calais)
C’est un parcours en pleine nature. Sur les hauteurs, le randonneur apercevra l’Audomarois, les Monts des Flandres et le bassin minier. C'est un sentier balisé de la Communauté d'Agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer.
From Moringhem to Quelmes
Visorando Member 
9.85 mi
+384 ft
-358 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Moringhem (Pas-de-Calais)
A pleasant route, with the possibility of a pleasant break at the beautiful Quelmes café.
Upper Nave Valley
Visorando Member 12.42 mi
+413 ft
-397 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bourecq (Pas-de-Calais)
A long walk in an area that is very well signposted thanks to the excellent work of the Urban Community. The route follows as many paths as possible and remains very rural, with little elevation gain.
From Buysscheure to the Booneghem Marshes
Visorando Member 
8.35 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Buysscheure (Nord)
Starting from the path to Paradis, in the shade of the hawthorn hedges, come and discover the large wet pastures, the Booenghem marsh and the nature barn. Then cross the Bachelin marshes and peat bogs before following the magnificent path that runs alongside the River Booneghem through the small marsh. This circular route mainly follows paths.
From La Nave to Puits Sans Fond
Visorando Member 14.13 mi
+873 ft
-853 ft
7h 15
Difficult
Departure from Fontaine-lès-Hermans (Pas-de-Calais)
Numerous trails for a walk that stretches between mountains and valleys.This hike is a great way to spend a day outdoors.
At the end of December 2019, after the rains, the paths became very difficult and particularly slippery (even on the flat sections!), both on the normal route and on the alternative route. Under these conditions, the walk can be classified as very difficult.