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Frelinghien walks
From Frelinghien to the confluence of the Deûle and the Lys
Visorando Member
8.13 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Frelinghien (Nord)
This often shaded walk, straddling the Belgian border, may appeal to you, as 90% of the route runs alongside the banks of the Lys and the Deûle.
The Howarderie and the Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve
4.96 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure and arrival at the Rue du Touquet car park near the Ploegsteert brickworks via the Howarderie and the Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve. Located in the heart of the Lys Valley, this remarkable 100-hectare site is a treat for bird lovers.
Circular cycling route in Les Weppes from Houplines
26.21 mi
+141 ft
-138 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A short loop between Armentières and Lille that passes through Les Weppes whilst avoiding major roads as much as possible. On tarmac roads, you’ll discover the countryside and also the AustralianFirst World War memorial.
Circular Wulvergem–Nieuwkerke from Houplines
19.12 mi
+210 ft
-217 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A short cycle ride in Belgium, starting gently on flat roads. It is only around Nieuwkerke that you will work up a bit of a sweat. The rest of the route is really easy going.
Circular cycling route around Quesnoy-sur-Deule from Houplines
21.85 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A cycle ride through the countryside, starting from Houplines, passing through Frelinghem and the Deulemont lock, circling Quesnoy-sur-Deule and continuing to Wambrechies, before returning via Lompret.
Circular route around Ploegsteert from Houplines
15.97 mi
+171 ft
-180 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A short, very peaceful cycle ride around Ploegsteert, avoiding the steep climbs of Nieuwkerke. The route takes place in Belgium, above Armentières, passing through Le Bizet.
Circular, Nieuwkerke – Dranouter – Bailleul, from Houplines
22.70 mi
+463 ft
-466 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A ride with a few climbs in the Belgian Flanders, all whilst staying in the countryside. You can stop off at Nieuwkerke or Dranouter if you feel like it.
Circular route to Poperinge, via Mont Noir from Houplines
35.95 mi
+856 ft
-843 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A cycle route combining countryside and main roads, near Mont Noir for want of any other option. Patience and pedalling will see you through the climbs, which are, nevertheless, gradual, with no steep gradients.
Circular route around Kemmel from Houplines
30.02 mi
+935 ft
-935 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
A short cycle ride in Belgium around Mont Kemmel, without having to sweat on its slopes, via a route that uses only tarmac roads and a few quiet paths. In short, nothing but enjoyment and a few scenic views.
Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve and Howarderie
6.52 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park near Bizet Church via the Ornithological Nature Reserve and Rue de la Howarderie in Ploegsteert. This route crosses a muddy farm track during winter.
Ploegsteert via Wulvergem, Plugstreet and the British memorial
9.49 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Eglise, Wulvergem, the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre and the British Memorial in Ploegsteert. Pass through dirt roads that cross agricultural areas.
Countryside of Neuve-Église starting from Ploegsteert
9.70 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert town centre via the countryside of Neuve-Église. Pass by the farms. Dirt track to the border with Neuve-Église. Then a paved path and return via a dirt track. Pass through the Bois de la Hutte at the end of the route.
Canal, woods and ponds in Ploegsteert
14.62 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A long stroll across flat countryside with a nice little climb at the end.Only two slightly tricky sections, so an ideal walk in autumn and winter.The walk starts on a small road with few houses and therefore little traffic, before crossing Le Bizet via Les Voyettes.We then continue along the Canal and the beautiful Bayart Bridge, reserved for non-motorised traffic, then past a few ponds with facilities for storks, before finishing in the Bois de Ploegsteert.
Ploegsteert via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
9.65 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British memorial, the Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve Église
The walk crosses a field of crops and muddy, slippery dirt tracks, especially in winter.
Ploegsteert centre via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
9.02 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British Memorial, Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve-Eglise. The route crosses a cornfield.
Ploegsteert centre via Neuve Eglise and Bois de la Hutte
9.83 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Église and Rosenberg, the Bois de la Hutte and the Plugstreet interpretation centre
This walk crosses dirt tracks and farmland, some of which are muddy during the winter.
From Ploegsteert to Wulvergem
12.54 mi
+262 ft
-256 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A circular route through countryside and woodland, taking in places steeped in history.After a somewhat tedious first kilometre, the walk follows a series of paths and quiet country lanes to reach Wulvergem.After a lovely circular route through Wulvergem, you’ll find a wild path at a place called Rosenberg before crossing the Bois de la Hutte. A short stretch then along the Ghent-Wevelgem roads to reach the Christmas Truce Cemetery.You then cross the Ploegsteert Wood to reach the Memorial Museum.
Circular from Ploegsteert centre
6.24 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Hike starting and ending at the Ploegsteert sports hall
A little green spot in Armentières
2.87 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Armentières (Nord)
The ATM1 students at the Lycée Île de Flandre have put together this short walk, suitable for everyone. It will take you to a little green oasis just a stone’s throw from Armentières town centre. You’ll soon find yourself surrounded by nature as you first walk alongside the pond at the Léo Lagrange complex, then stroll along the banks of the Lys.
The Christmas Truce Memorial and Rosenberg from Ploegsteert
6.43 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British memorial in Ploegsteert, via the historic site of the Christmas Truce memorial and the Rosenberg. The route passes by Wallonia’s only hop farm, known as Forrest Farm.
The British memorial in Ploegsteert and the countryside around Neuve Église
8.63 mi
+177 ft
-200 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British war memorial in Ploegsteert. You can also start from the main square in Ploegsteert. The route takes you through a field, so check the weather forecast before setting off. Some paths can be quite muddy in winter.
Countryside around Pérenchies, Houplines and Frelinghien
7.02 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Pérenchies (Nord)
A pleasant circular route starting from Pérenchies, along small country roads and a few dirt tracks (muddy in winter). Along the way, you can enjoy blackberries (in season), you’ll come across horses (at the riding centres), and perhaps a heron, storks and flamingos.
This route offers the chance to discover 8 geocaches for enthusiasts.
Bas-Warneton via the Houthem countryside, the Ypres-Comines canal and the Lys
6.20 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure and arrival at the car park on the main square in Bas-Warneton via the countryside around Houthem. The walk follows the Ypres-Comines canal to the Lys river, then takes the towpath to the Bas-Warneton cemetery before arriving at the square in Bas-Warneton.
The Irish Tower in the Peace Park and the Wijtschate countryside
6.27 mi
+177 ft
-184 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Mesen (Hainaut)
Departure and arrival at the car park of the Irish Tower in the Peace Park in Messines. The Irish Island Peace Park refers to the Battle of the Mines in 1917. At that time, Irish Catholic and Protestant soldiers fought side by side. Young Irish people helped build the tower as a sign of reconciliation. This site offers a magnificent view of the surrounding hilly landscape.