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Ellezelles walks
Wodecq, between streams and mysteries in the Pays des Collines
This hike takes you on a journey of discovery through a secret corner of the Pays des Collines, where water, stone and legends come together in an enchanting setting.Follow the Tordoir stream, between meadows and ancient paths, towards Le Quesnoit, Marloyau and the Ferme de Cambroncheau, witnesses to a rural past that is still alive today.At the Philosopher's Cross, nature invites you to be silent: it is said that a wise man meditated here, or that a pilgrim found peace here.The Ronsart stream will then lead you to the mysterious Lanterne, where a strange flame is said to shine from time to time.Hubermont and Montagne Taverne reveal the geology of the area: sand, silt and iron-rich stones are home to rare flora and discreet fauna.The return via the Étrange trail concludes this walk through nature and mystery.
A tour of the land of witches
Here is the route for a beautiful walk around Ellezelles (Picardy Wallonia). This circuit will take you to the heights of this locality, renowned for being a hotbed of witches. Capital of the Pays des Collines, it is particularly attractive to walkers for the quality of its paths and trails and its landscapes.The hike is located west of Ellezelles and passes through farmland. Please note that the witches and works of art are not on this circuit, but on the Sentier de l'étrange (Path of Strangeness), which follows another route marked with this name, east of Ellezelles
The trails of Biévène
Walk starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing through various dirt tracks in Biévène. The route does not pass through the centre of Biévène, but it is possible to get there by taking a short detour of 5 to 10 minutes.
This route can be enjoyed on horseback, by bike or on foot.
Tour of the Biévène block
Ride starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing through some of the villages in Biévène. Route is entirely on tarmac. No galloping on trails.
The route can be explored on horseback, by bike or on foot.
Château de l'Estriverie
Ride starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing by the Château de l'Estriverie and the Bois-de-Lessines woods. Some trails are suitable for galloping.
The route can be explored on horseback, by bike or on foot.
La Tourette in Bois-de-Lessines
Ride starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing through the Bois-de-Lessines woods. Some of the trails are suitable for galloping.
Outing to be done on horseback, by bike or on foot.
The Ollignies Ravel line
Walk starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing through the Ravel in Ollignies, the Château de l'Estriverie and the Bois de Bois-de-Lessines.
This route can be enjoyed on horseback, by bike or on foot.
St-Marcoult woods
Walk starting from the Basse Couture stud farm in Bois-de-Lessines, passing through the centre of Bassilly, Silly station, the Écurie du Souhait stables in Silly, the centre of St-Marcoult and the woods of St-Marcoult.
This route can be enjoyed on horseback, by bike or on foot.
Mont de l'Enclus
Start at Café des Acacias, which has ample parking. The first part of the walk is on the GR® 122 before entering the forest. It is a lovely walk with benches and picnic areas. The path is very easy going with pine needles. Refreshments are available (with terrace) at Café des Acacias. A very pleasant walk in dry weather
De Donk and the secrets of the banks of the Bovenschelde
Discover the banks of the Bovenschelde, in the heart of the beautiful De Donk site, where water and land still tell their ancient stories. Here, geology and landscape come together to offer an authentic and peaceful natural environment.
Castles in the Hainaut countryside
The vast, gently rolling countryside of this part of Hainaut is dotted with isolated farms scattered between villages and hamlets.The horizon is often blocked by trees, sometimes arranged in copses, sometimes in rows along paths or village streets, and sometimes grouped together in woods, such as those of Cambron or La Provision. And then, here and there, hidden around a bend in the road, you will find a castle or two.
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.
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.
On the banks of the Nimy Canal in Peronnes
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.