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The Unicorn Trail in Gommegnies
AONB
5.99 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Gommegnies (Nord)
This peaceful walk through the Avesnes countryside offers lovely views of the wooded
and rolling countryside. Rural and agricultural life unfolds as you pass through the typical hamlets. It is a lovely, peaceful outing, and depending on the season, it is adorned with the colours of autumn or spring wildflowers.
Walk in the Mormal region in Preux-au-Sart
4.15 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Preux-au-Sart (Nord)
A pleasant family route along the bocage, the Bois de la Ferrière and the hedgerows. Despite being on tarmac, the small roads offer the pleasure of a country walk.
Via the caches at Frasnoy
2.12 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route takes you through the village streets and along the ‘caches’, the hedgerow-lined paths connecting the village to the pastures.
The route runs alongside the RD 942 for 400m; please take care.
Waterproof footwear is essential in wet weather.
Route from Saint-Ghislain to Frasnoy
6.87 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route winds its way through hedgerows and farmland along small roads and paths lined with hedges.
Moderator's addition on 06/07/2021: Caution! Potential danger on this path crossed by barbed wire, see notices below.
The Pissotiau Route in Saint Waast
4.84 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Waast (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
Route des bornes frontières in La Flamengrie
5.17 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from La Flamengrie (Nord) (Nord)
A family-friendly route exploring La Flamengrie, a commune enclaved within Belgian territory.
Best time of year: April to September.
Potelle trail
6.34 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Quesnoy (Nord)
This wooded trail is easy to follow. It runs alongside rural hedgerows and streets with characteristic housing.
Le Quesnoy Ramparts Route
2.46 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Le Quesnoy (Nord)
In the heart of the Quercy citadel, discover the defensive structures built under Charles V and Louis XIV.
Sentier des Nerviens in Locquignol
2.56 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
A family route in the heart of the Mormal massif to be discovered throughout the seasons. By being discreet, it is easier to observe the different animals that inhabit the massif.
Don't forget your forest observation guide.
From Le Sart to Le Caillou-qui-Bique in Eth
6.92 mi
+230 ft
-233 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Eth (Nord)
This cross-border route follows small roads and agricultural paths. The listed site of Caillou-qui-Bique
requests that visitors behave respectfully.
Around Jenlain
5.60 mi
+203 ft
-177 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Jenlain (Nord)
This route through the heart of the bocage is suitable for families and novice walkers. It follows farm tracks, small roads and bocage paths.
Discovering blue stone in the Bavaisis region
14.88 mi
+551 ft
-564 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.
The Springs Trail starting from Bavay
3.22 mi
+141 ft
-135 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
A family-friendly route suitable for all year round.
It combines cultural and historical exploration of the Bavay area with a route following springs and watercourses, offering a distinctly natural experience.
Around Villers-Pol
4.83 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Villers-Pol (Nord)
Walk through the Rhônelle valley, between cultivated plateau and wooded valley floor. The route is of variable length and is suitable for families.
Best time to visit is from April to September.
The Écaillon de Louvignies-Quesnoy route
7.18 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Louvignies-Quesnoy (Nord)
Accessible all year round, this route runs along the picturesque Écaillon valley.
A picturesque loop between the French Avesnois and the Belgian highlands
Visorando Member
11.95 mi
+633 ft
-604 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
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.
Stone, the blue gold of the marble valley from Gussignies
3.19 mi
+213 ft
-207 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.
Marble Valley Route starting from Gussignies
5.82 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
The quarries of Bavaisis
20.77 mi
+741 ft
-748 ft
3 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
The route highlights activities related to the Bavaisis subsoil. You will pass numerous sand, clay and stone quarries. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists.
Countryside and woods around Roisin and along the Grande Honnelle
7.28 mi
+266 ft
-253 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Honnelles (Hainaut)
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".
Circular Fountain Trail in the Mormal Forest
2.00 mi
+167 ft
-184 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Touraille crossroads, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.
The Route des Muses from Hon-Hergies
16.49 mi
+610 ft
-604 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
Follow this route and discover the rock known as "blue stone", which can be seen everywhere on houses, monuments, roads, etc. Discover the blue stone Muses. This route mainly follows the cycle node network.
In the footsteps of the bandit Moneuse from Hon-Hergies
13.98 mi
+463 ft
-463 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
Set off to discover the architectural heritage of the Bavaisis municipalities. This route mainly follows the cycle node network.
Tour of the chapels in Hon-Hergies
8.07 mi
+95 ft
-98 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
"La Tournée des Chapelles" is aimed at experienced walkers and runs through the Hogneau valley.
It follows farm tracks and small roads and connects the hamlets of Hon and Hergies.
Trail through Saint-Georges, Mormal, and Englefontaine
7.23 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Englefontaine (Nord)
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.
Route of old machines in Hon-Hergies
5.47 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Hon-Hergies (Nord)
Complementary to "la Tournée des Chapelles" (the Chapel Tour), this route allows you to discover old agricultural machinery and connects different generations through its theme.
A historical and rural route: blue stones and oratory instruments from the beginning of the last century, installed in official locations and also in private homes, recall the economic history of the village, between the stone and the bocage.
Circular Route of the Giants and the Glades in the Mormal Forest
3.12 mi
+56 ft
-66 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants?
Circular ermitage loop in the Mormal Forest
2.74 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.
The Sars Bara route
8.97 mi
+128 ft
-135 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Berlaimont (Nord)
This route links the rural Sambre valley with the Mormal National Forest, passing through the surrounding hedgerow landscape. It therefore follows various paths and roads and traverses a varied landscape. The natural and riverine heritage brings much of the route to life.
Dive into the heart of the Avesnois countryside from Aulnoye-Aymeries
27.40 mi
+479 ft
-456 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Aulnoye-Aymeries (Nord)
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!
Route of wildflowers in Salesches
8.13 mi
+164 ft
-164 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Salesches (Nord)
ROUTE TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO FALLEN TREES
The route follows ‘caches’ – hedgerow paths linking the villages and surrounding pastures – as well asfarm tracks and quiet roads.
A short visit to our French neighbours from Erquennes
4.18 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Honnelles (Hainaut)
A pleasant, easy walk through gently rolling fields dotted with copses and hedgerows.
From the Leval backwater to the Monceau brewery
4.88 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Leval (Nord)
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.