Fontenelle walks

This second stage invites you to discover the bocage landscape of Avesnois and Thiérache, between Maroilles and Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache. Along the way, take the time to taste the delicious Maroilles cheese!

This route is recommended in spring when the fruit trees are in bloom and in autumn for its rich colours.

This route is easily accessible and takes you through the typical bocage landscape of Thiérache and Avesnois, with hedgerows, beech trees and, of course, cows. The walk is easy to follow and can be done in any season, but be sure to wear waterproof shoes. It can be combined with other routes starting from Wignehies.

This route in the Baladavesnois collection allows you to discover numerous oratories. Each one is unique. Built in blue stone, witnesses to times gone by, they come in different shapes.This ride will take you into the heart of the rolling countryside of the Avesnois, with pollarded trees typical of the landscape of the Avesnois Regional Nature Park.

Third stage of this bocage route. Cycle and take the time to discover the farms, historical heritage and restaurants offering delicious regional produce, and let yourself be transported by the history of the landscape...

Discover the profession of organic farming through the Baladavesnois app. This cycle route through the Avesnois countryside can also be completed on foot. We offer four stops along the way to provide explanations about biodiversity, water, cattle farming and the production of Maroilles cheese. A few information panels along the route will also complement the explanations provided by the digital tour.

Discover the small religious heritage sites of the Avesnois region.

Cycling route through the Bois l'Abbé forest

A walk through the Avesnois bocage with its farms and cows.

A route that allows you to discover the natural and architectural heritage. From the former priory of Moustier-en-Fagne to Trélon Castle, via the Monts de Baives and Wallers-en-Fagne Nature Reserve.

A circular cycle route to explore the national forest, the Ferme de la Motte farm and Liessies Castle.

Explore the small paths of the villages of Sains-du-Nord, Rainsars, Féron and Étrœungt by bike.

A beautiful bike ride that takes you to the famous leaning bell tower of Solre-le-Château via Liessies, where you can explore the Parc Départemental de l'Abbaye.

Petit circuit permettant une découverte du bocage, de la biodiversité et de la race bovine Bleue du Nord.

This rural route, through the Avesnois bocage, is cut in half by the Helpe Majeure river. Walkers will discover a unique architectural heritage: numerous oratories and a water mill dating back to the 12th century. The route follows pleasant country lanes and dirt tracks, with no difficulties.

The route takes you on a tour of three kiosks and three water mills.It winds through the Avesnois countryside, with its hedgerows, pastures and orchards that are so characteristic of the Thiérache landscape. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to families.

Accessible all year round, this route crosses the Maroilles bocage along small country roads. Many elements of the Thiérache heritage can be seen along the route (old farmhouses, water mills, chapels, bocage).

Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.During this ride, you will see the two magnificent mills of Grand-Fayt and Maroilles.

Ce circuit vous permet de pénétrer en forêt de Mormal et de longer le Canal de la Sambre.

Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.

This is the first stage of a cycle route that takes you through the rolling countryside of Avesnois and Thiérache, between Maroilles and Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache. Along the way, take the time to sample some delicious Maroilles cheese!

Starting from Sorbais, Didou the little owl invites you into his domain: the bocage She offers you an educational and informative exploration of the upper Oise valley, its bocage, its wildlife and flora, and its traditional activities. So, between (1) and (3), you can follow the first section of the trail, which is marked with themed information panels.

First stage in discovering master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers on a pleasant route through the bocage countryside. Take your time for visits and plan your stay over two days.

Discover the landscapes of the Avesnois. Magnificent view of our bocage countryside.

This route takes you through the wooded countryside of the Mormal Forest, the "rural" Sambre and the wet meadows that border it. You will therefore pass through a wide variety of landscapes, along footpaths and quiet country lanes.

Discover the Sambre backwater in Leval, take the rural paths of the Avesnois to reach the La Glorieuse craft brewery in Monceau-Saint-Waast. You will take rural paths and be able to observe the Avesnois bocage.

Cycle ride along the small country lanes north-west of Landrecies.

Cycle along small country roads to discover the bocage landscape.

Cycle along the small country roads and discover the Avesnois bocage and the famous village of Maroilles.

Through the Avesnois countryside along quiet country lanes.

The route takes you on a journey of discovery to two bandstands and six water mills. Between the two valleys of the Helpe Mineure and the Helpe Majeure, you can admire the local architecture, where blue stone forms the basis of the buildings. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to occasional cycle tourists.

This route can be enjoyed all year round and takes you on a journey of discovery through the Haie d'Avesnes. There are many heritage sites to discover along the way.

This route is aimed at experienced walkers but offers the chance to discover typical Avesnois villages and, above all, four watermills on the Belleuse and the Helpe Majeure.

A wooded, undulating walk offering beautiful views over the Avesnois countryside and the meandering Helpe area.

This route allows you to discover the kiosks, typical elements of the built heritage of the Avesnois region.

The second stage of your journey will take you on a hike through the bocage countryside to discover master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers. Take your time to visit and plan your stay over two days.