Gommegnies walks

This wooded trail is easy to follow. It runs alongside rural hedgerows and streets with characteristic housing.

Starting from and returning to the Brasserie au Baron, traveling between the Avesnois Nature Park in France and the Haut-Pays Nature Park in Belgium, this hike brings together the most picturesque segments through back alleys, winding paths, remarkable village centres, paths through the wooded countryside and old railway lines.

This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.

Straddling the French-Belgian border, take a short, hilly walk to discover the countryside and woods around Roisin. Part of the route follows the course of the Grande Honnelle, a charming stream. The route also passes by the famous "Caillou qui Bique".

Between edge and forest, this trail allows you to discover the hideouts of the hedgerows, forest paths and trails. The atmosphere changes with the seasons.

A superb 45 km hike combining nature and heritage. You will pass from the banks of the Sambre to the green countryside of the Avesnois. Take a deep breath of fresh air among the flora and fauna and typical landscapes of the Avesnois!

From Capelle, the route follows paths lined with hedges and meadows, where every turn offers a new view of the countryside. The atmosphere is peaceful, almost timeless, carried by the scent of the fields and the gentle song of birds. As you pass through Escarmain, you will discover a village with authentic charm, before reaching Bermerain, whose red brick houses stand out beautifully against the rural horizon. With its encounters with nature, local heritage and soothing tranquillity, this walk is an invitation to savour the peaceful rhythm of the Cambrésis countryside.

Starting from Neuville-en-Avesnois, this bucolic route takes you through meadows and hedgerows, revealing the rural soul of the Avesnois region. In Salesches, the communal pond and its peaceful banks invite you to stop and contemplate. As you reach Poix-du-Nord, half-timbered farms and restored wash houses dot the route with touches of authenticity. At every turn, birdsong and the murmur of streams compose a changing rural tableau. The trail continues to Vendegies-aux-Bois, where the deciduous forest forms secret paths and wild clearings. It is here, among ferns and hundred-year-old tree trunks, that this walk ends, rich in bucolic memories.

This 50 km bike ride offers a bucolic immersion along the banks of the Sambre, starting from Bachant. You will reach Leval, then Saint-Rémy-du-Nord, crossing peaceful and green landscapes. The route takes you to the port of Hautmont, perfect for a friendly break by the water. An ideal loop for combining relaxation, nature and local flora and fauna.

From Vendegies-sur-Écaillon, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through a countryside where water and stone echo each other. The paths open up to soothing views, bordered by golden fields and the shady banks of the Écaillon. Bermerain reveals its warm red brick façades, Saint-Martin-sur-Écaillon charms with its tranquillity and peaceful lanes, and Sommaing-sur-Écaillon offers a bucolic panorama where time seems to stand still. A walk that combines gentleness, authenticity and rural charm, perfect for letting yourself be carried away by the tranquil rhythm of the Haut-Cambrésis.

From Beaurain, this route immediately reveals a lush countryside where light plays on the fields and hedgerow-lined paths. You first reach Ovillers, a discreet hamlet with simple charm, nestled between meadows and farmland. Continuing on, Romeries appears with its peaceful atmosphere, brick facades and small details that tell the story of rural life. The road then continues to Vertigneul, a peaceful, green village where the air is filled with the scents of the earth and the seasons. This is a walk that combines authenticity, open landscapes and a gentle way of life, ideal for recharging your batteries and savouring the richness of the Cambrésis region.

Discover the industrial Sambre and its biodiversity along the Sambre between Hautmont and Boussières-sur-Sambre. Departing from the port of Hautmont, boat trips aboard the Isara are available in season, providing a pleasant complement to this walking tour.

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

Discover areas of biodiversity in an urban setting in Maubeuge. There are two possible starting points: the Sambre mall or 60 rue Couturelle.

From Haussy, this route takes you along paths where rural charm and authenticity blend together. Very quickly, the silhouette of Vertain comes into view, offering its peaceful lanes and welcoming atmosphere. The paths continue through fields and hedgerows to Solesmes, a lively town with a rich heritage, where history and local life meet. As you set off again, the countryside opens up once more, revealing wide horizons as far as Saint-Python, a small village with a strong character, nestled between greenery and farmland. With its architectural discoveries, open landscapes and warm atmosphere, this walk offers a complete immersion in the soul of the Cambrésis region.

Between dense forests and rolling countryside, this route takes off in Forest-en-Cambrésis. You will find yourself on authentic sunken paths lined with hundred-year-old beech trees and green embankments, which will take you in turn to Amerval, Ovillers and Beaurain. In each village, the discreet charm of the stone houses and the murmur of the streams invite you to contemplate. Further on, Vendegies-au-Bois, Bousies and Croix-Caluyau reveal rural panoramas where nature unfolds in all its splendour. This is a getaway where rhythm and serenity combine to offer a timeless interlude.

From Briastre, the paths invite you to leave the hustle and bustle behind and immerse yourself in a gentle, rural landscape. The first stop, Solesmes, reveals its lively character and rich past, with its bustling streets and bell towers watching over the town. As you continue your walk, the paths become quieter, winding between golden fields and groves until you reach Neuvilly, a peaceful village where time seems to stand still. This route combines authentic villages and serene landscapes, offering an ideal break to recharge your batteries while savouring the local history.

From Montay, this route takes you along peaceful paths where you can enjoy the fresh air and open horizons. Very quickly, the road leads to Pommereuil, a charming village nestled in the heart of the countryside, where time seems to pass more slowly. Continuing on to Le Cateau-Cambrésis, the route takes on a cultural and historical dimension: lively streets, elegant façades and artistic heritage offer a vivid contrast to the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside. This is a ride that subtly combines nature and discovery, ideal for getting away from it all while sampling the diversity of the Cambrésis region.

This walk takes you on a journey of discovery through the Harchies marshes, following the towpath of the old Antoing-Pommerœul canal, joining the RAVeL cycle path on the former railway line between Blaton and Bernissart, going around Lake Bernissart and finally taking you into the countryside on the old railway line (not developed) that connected the Sartis coal mine to Bernissart station.

Starting from Bazuel, this route invites you to escape along paths lined with nature, where the tranquillity of the Cambrésis plains is revealed step by step. Along the way, Ors reveals its discreet charm and green surroundings, offering a peaceful place to stop. The route continues towards Catillon-sur-Sambre, where water and rural panoramas blend together in a soothing atmosphere. Between country paths, bursts of greenery and authentic villages, this walk combines the pleasure of walking with the discovery of rural heritage. An invitation to slow down and savour the simple riches of the countryside.

From La Groise, this route follows a common thread, weaving together the discreet energy of the villages and the serenity of the countryside. You leave the lively little streets behind and open up to vast horizons, where the green meadows and shimmering crops invite you to breathe more deeply. As you approach Catillon-sur-Sambre, the atmosphere is adorned with reflections of water and rural gentleness, with its peaceful banks and unspoilt authenticity. This walk combines the best of both worlds: the friendliness of the villages and the tranquillity of the surrounding nature.

Short walk along a small section of the Ravel and around the bottom of the Levant slag heap. You will see the Levant site and the remains of the old coal mine.If you're feeling brave, you can climb up there.

From Saint-Benin, the walk sets off along paths lined with fields, where the light plays with the golden hues of the crops. Very quickly, the horizon is dotted with hedges and clusters of trees that seem to guard the secrets of the seasons. As you approach Escaufourt, the discreet charm of the brick houses and the tranquillity of the narrow streets offer a gentle respite before continuing on your way to Saint-Souplet. Here, the countryside blends with village life, between silhouettes of bell towers, the scent of fresh earth and the rustling of the wind in the hedges. This is a route that combines simplicity and authenticity, perfect for savouring the peace, beauty and natural rhythm of the Cambrésis region.

From the small village of Reumont, the walk begins at a leisurely pace along paths lined with hedges and peaceful meadows. On the way to Maurois, the eye is drawn to the rolling fields, dotted here and there with bright red poppies and golden ripe wheat. In Honnechy, the village reveals its warm brick facades and authentic atmosphere before the path continues towards Pont à Capelle. There, the murmur of the wind in the trees and the soft light of the end of the day provide the perfect setting to end the walk. A gentle route that combines rural charm, history and wide horizons — perfect for savouring the passing of time and the simple beauty of the landscape.