Gommegnies walks

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.

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.

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.

This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of Bellignies and Gussignies.

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

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.

This cross-border route follows small roads and agricultural paths. The listed site of Caillou-qui-Bique requests that visitors behave respectfully.

This route through the heart of the bocage is suitable for families and novice walkers. It follows farm tracks, small roads and bocage paths.

A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.

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.

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.

This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of Bellignies and Gussignies.

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.

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".

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.

Set off to discover the architectural heritage of the Bavaisis municipalities. This route mainly follows the cycle node network.

"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.

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.

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.

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!

The route takes you along "caches", hedgerow paths connecting the villages and surrounding pastures, farm tracks and quiet roads.

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.