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Laval d'Estrebay to Aouste circular route
Visorando Member
5.71 mi
+469 ft
-469 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Aouste (Ardennes)
A short route in a forgotten corner of the Ardennes department, from the church at Aouste to the rural village of Laval d'Estrebay and the hamlet of La Vallée.
Circular between Liart and Maranwez
8.79 mi
+682 ft
-682 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Liart (Ardennes)
A beautiful route that is generally easy to walk. However, there are two stream crossings that add a little spice to the route. The route offers beautiful views of the Thiérache region and the Pre-Ardennes ridges. You will also encounter a little railway history.
The Bosneau Stream from Tarzy
7.03 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Tarzy (Ardennes)
On this route starting from Tarzy, you will cross the Ruisseau de Bosneau twice; it changes its name successively to Petit Gland, Gland, Oise and Seine. You’ll also encounter the typical features of the Thiérache region: meadows, hedgerows, cows, wind turbines and sweeping views.
Murtin circular loop
4.18 mi
+318 ft
-315 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Murtin-et-Bogny (Ardennes)
A route offering varied landscapes (mill and reservoir, rock folds, woods, meadows) with a view of the Saint-Quentin de Rimogne mine headframe and the hamlet of Bogny with its picnic area.
Along the Richolle in Rimogne
4.94 mi
+364 ft
-364 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Rimogne (Ardennes)
Short hike in the slate quarry area of Rimogne. From the Étang de Rosainruz to the Étang de la Passée in a Natura 2000 area. A path under the trees, near the Richolle stream, among blueberry and lily of the valley bushes.
Between the Rimognelle and the Sormonne
6.84 mi
+676 ft
-696 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Rimogne (Ardennes)
A route that explores the area between the A304 and the old N43 national road. You will enjoy beautiful views of the Pre-Ardennes ridges and the Meuse basin. You will encounter the Sormonne and Rimognelle rivers.
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.
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 Ganguille dolmen and the villages of Bolmont and Hardoncelle
4.98 mi
+554 ft
-554 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Saint-Marcel (Ardennes) (Ardennes)
A walk offering 360° panoramic views and taking you from one valley to another. As well as the Dolmen de la Ganguille, don’t miss the viewpoint over the Audry Valley and Hardoncelle Castle.
Circular route starting from Signy-l'Abbaye and its forest.
7.76 mi
+607 ft
-591 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Signy-l'Abbaye (Ardennes)
This route allows you to discover Saint-Michel Church, its wash house on the Vaux and the national forest that stretches across several municipalities.
Moderator's note : many hikers seem to have had difficulties on this route, see reviews, use a GPS.
Tour of Lac des Vieilles Forges
6.76 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Les Mazures (Ardennes)
This walk takes you around Lac des Vieilles Forges in the Ardennes.This is a very accessible route, mainly through forest, but you can add more sections along the lake if you wish. It was a little muddy after the previous day's rain (wear appropriate footwear).
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.
Around the Montcornet quarry
3.72 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Montcornet (Ardennes) (Ardennes)
A short, easy walk in the woods of Montcornet.
Circular on the southern shore of Lac des Vieilles Forges
5.03 mi
+335 ft
-341 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Renwez (Ardennes)
Walk along the lake on the undeveloped shore, then return to the starting point through the forest on the heights of the Bois de Renwez.
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.
Around the Ecogne Valley
6.29 mi
+472 ft
-404 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gruyères (Ardennes)
A bucolic walk through the Ardennes countryside and forest. Enjoyable for families, no major difficulties apart from the distance. Lots of animal tracks, wallows, a few fallen trees across the path, a stream crossing, and a few historic sites.
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.
The Little Bridges Walk at Saint-Michel
2.20 mi
+157 ft
-157 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Michel (Aisne)
A short, peaceful walk around the little streams in the forest.
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.