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Gauchin-Légal walks
The Caucourt Ford
Visorando Member
6.75 mi
+240 ft
-226 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Gauchin-Légal (Pas-de-Calais)
A short route, on paths that are more or less paved, pleasant in all seasons (except during very wet periods) with a passage at the Gué de Caucourt.
1- Hermin Town Hall advises against using the path between points (11) and (12) until the end of 2025. It is now April 2026 and nothing has changed: no works are underway and there are barriers on both sides. I have just walked along it and it is perfectly passable, though still treacherous.
Around Olhain
14.24 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,079 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Gauchin-Légal (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with significant elevation gain and some fairly difficult paths.The path between (3) and (4) is very difficult but can be avoided. It was passable in late September 2025 (dry season).There are a few road crossings, but with very little traffic.
Circular walk around Olhain Park starting from Olhain Castle
3.62 mi
+305 ft
-322 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
From the car park, you’ll find yourself facing Olhain Castle, one of the most beautiful in the region. The rest of the walk alternates between stunning views and short stretches through the undergrowth (not too dense) before reaching the ‘esplanade’ of Olhain Park. You’ll find yourself facing an exceptional panorama.
If you’re lucky, you might see paragliders taking off (admittedly, this is quite rare), and why not visit during the hot-air balloon festival to watch these huge, colourful balloons take off right before your eyes.
Through the Olhain National Forest around Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen
7.88 mi
+614 ft
-607 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
Walk in the Fresnicourt le Dolmen area
Starting from Olhain Castle and heading towards the "Table aux Fées" dolmen, you will pass two sandstone crosses dating from the 13th and 16th centuries, then the hamlet of Verdrel and the Olhain State Forest with its leisure centre, before returning through the forest. Superb views over the plain and its villages.
It is best to do this walk in dry weather as the paths can be difficult in wet conditions.
Trail towards Caucourt Ford
8.45 mi
+512 ft
-509 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Caucourt (Pas-de-Calais)
Caucourt is a small village near Olhain.From the church, you cross pleasant plains and villages, especially on sunny days.Avoid this route in very hot weather, as it is not much shade; in rain or fog, the view won't be as good!...
In the direction of the trail, you'll save the best until last, the Gué de Caucourt and its mill.
Circular walk through the woods of Parc d'Olhain from Verdrel.
4.76 mi
+328 ft
-331 ft
2h 30
Moderate
Departure from Fresnicourt-le-Dolmen (Pas-de-Calais)
A superb little walk to do in good weather. Ideal in hot weather, this walk offers both the comfort of the forest and beautiful views, as most of the path to Parc d'Olhain runs along the edge of the forest. Views and coolness, what a joy.
Around Cuvigny
6.79 mi
+354 ft
-384 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rebreuve-Ranchicourt (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk on good paths in the hills above La Comté. On a clear day, the panorama is superb, and if you're luckier than me, you'll spot a few deer.
Circular Alouettes loop starting from Servins
6.84 mi
+213 ft
-210 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Servins (Pas-de-Calais)
The ideal time to visit this variant of Les Alouettes, with its beautiful vegetable gardens, magnificent hydrangea beds and a farmyard with a majestic and somewhat pretentious royal turkey.
Let’s go for a walk in the Maisnil-lès-Ruitz woods
13.25 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,171 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Maisnil-lès-Ruitz (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route that winds through the Bois d’Olhain. A difficult route, and even very difficult in wet weather.As with all trails through woodland, the route description isn’t very clear, so I recommend using the Visorando app (the route follows the app’s map).
(!) Please note: the route has been altered as the plot after the (15) is cluttered with trees and it is impossible to pass by the old sports hall: it is currently being demolished and the path has become a battlefield. Let’s hope the park managers will re-establish proper paths for us (fingers crossed!)
On the Plateau des Atrébates, starting from Frévillers
14.91 mi
+531 ft
-545 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Frévillers (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a long route without any major difficulties, apart from the distance. It follows a succession of wide paths and small roads, making it safe to walk even in wet weather. It is therefore ideal from October onwards.
From the arboretum to the castle
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.54 mi
+144 ft
-135 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Cambligneul (Pas-de-Calais)
This hike in the Artois plain will take you along good paths to Villers-Châtel and its castle, park and cave, where you can enjoy the surrounding landscapes, biodiversity and heritage.
Brette and Lawe
7.62 mi
+312 ft
-312 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Houdain (Pas-de-Calais)
Hike, without major difficulty, through woodland and countryside.
Trail along the little paths of Houdain via Mont de la Comté
14.82 mi
+961 ft
-935 ft
7h 40
Difficult
Departure from Houdain (Pas-de-Calais)
Admittedly, the trail may seem a little monotonous, but what a beautiful path! It takes you gently up to the heights before dropping back down into the valley to climb Mont de la Comté.And at the end of the trail, the church awaits you.
Circuit "Les fossés" à Barlin
8.06 mi
+200 ft
-197 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Barlin (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée entre bois, plaine et étang. En partie ombragée.
La Renarde à Camblain-l'Abbé
7.34 mi
+335 ft
-331 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Camblain-l'Abbé (Pas-de-Calais)
Randonnée dans l'Artois autour de Villers-au-Bois. Elle vous fera découvrir notre belle région.
