Harnes walks

Belle randonnée à faire en famille entre terrils, étangs et points de vue.

A route that takes you through the Fouquières marshes. You'll climb the wooded slag heap 83, offering a view of a mysterious artificial valley. You'll then head for slag heap 94 (staircase slag heap), passing the schlamm bins (storage of mining waste) and the Harnes fishing pond. Return along the path that runs alongside the Lens canal.

Slag heaps are not just piles of dead rocks; reactions are still taking place at their core. As evidence of these reactions, gaseous fumaroles escape from them. To see this for yourself, head to Harnes, starting from the Bois de Florimond, and make your way towards the slag heap. Then follow the signposted path known as the “Sentier des Fumerolles” (Fumaroles Trail), marked by concrete posts, which will take you to Slurry Heap 230. It is a surprising journey offering a wide variety of landscapes and points of interest: views of fumaroles, a viewpoint over the south-east of the mining basin, a viewpoint over the canyon, and more.

This walk, starting from the Étang du Brochet, will take you through the Cité du Moulin and then past the former 6/14 trench at Courrières. You will then arrive at the necropolis and follow the Path of Remembrance.

Starting from Étang du Brochet, this hike will take you up Terril du Lavoir, before crossing the Méricourt mining village and then the necropolis of 10 March 1906, a memorial site following the mining disaster that claimed 1,099 lives.

Explore the Parc de la Deûle by mountain bike. This is a suburban park built around the Canal de la Haute-Deûle. It was created to protect the irreplaceable water-capturing fields in the south of the Lille metropolitan area.Numerous facilities welcome visitors, encouraging them to respect the fragile environments.A pleasant ride along the Deûle and the Wavrin Marshes. An easy route offering a mix of riding on stony paths, towpaths and through the park.

A route that gently connects town and countryside and invites you to discover the riches of a natural heritage! This route, set amongst countryside and mining landscapes, will take you past a slag heap nestled amongst the fields, a slag heap that has been transformed into a nature park with unique scenery, and will take you through Carvin via its backstreets.

A lovely urban walk that will take you through places you’d never have imagined.

Climbing a slag heap offers the chance to gain a bird’s-eye view and appreciate the ever-changing nature of the surrounding landscape, whilst observing the traces of both the past and the present. This circular route, linking Parc de l’Horloge and Terril 107 in Carvin to Parc du Téléphérique and Terril 115 in Libercourt, allows you to explore two protected natural areas, developed around two spoil heaps, which symbolise the regeneration of the Nord-Pas-de-Calais mining basin.

This walk, starting from the 9-9bis Mining Centre, will take you across both slag heaps without much difficulty, offering beautiful views of the slag heap range. The walk follows very good wooded paths on the first slag heap of the route. It is advisable to do the walk in the morning. You can extend the walk by crossing the Bois des Hautois, but there are a great many fallen trees.

The route takes you first past the water point at the Carvin leisure centre. You’ll then enter a woodland just before the climb up the slag heap (a fair climb). From the top, you’ll have a view over the mining basin.

Located in the heart of the mining basin, the Bois des Hautois in Oignies is a preserved site where hiking trails wind their way between slag heaps, ponds and pastures. The suggested route is situated in the immediate vicinity of the former 9-9 bis pithead, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 30 June 2012, and whose metal headframe is never far from view, helping you to find your way along the route.

A route that will take you to the summit of slag heap 107, a fully wooded slag heap. You will follow old mining sidings, which are former railway tracks. You will walk alongside ponds with a bucolic charm, then cross through wild woods or farm tracks with unobstructed views.

A route that will take you to the Sainte-Henriette slag heap, the landmark that marks the entrance to the mining basin when approaching from Paris, visible from the TGV line and the A1 and A21 motorways. You’ll climb its neighbouring ‘little brother’ and enjoy a superb view. Not to be missed.

A route that takes you from the former 9-9bis pit in Oignies, with its renovated buildings that will transport you back several decades. You will then cross the Bois de Gosse and stop at the wildlife observatory. The landscape will take on a more lunar appearance as you climb the slag heap, before finally returning to the pit via the old mining sidings (rail tracks).

Cette randonnée vous emmène entre champs et marais, avec des passages insolites autour de Bénifontaine et Wingles.

Belle randonnée entre plaine et marais, et leurs biodiversités.

A very beautiful hike to the highest slag heaps in Europe with a view of the Flanders mountains on a clear day.

A very beautiful walk set amidst lush greenery and water.

This hike, starting from the Leisure Centre on Rue du Clair, will take you past the surrounding ponds and woods with their rich biodiversity and a few climbs, not to mention the Flot de Wingles.

Cette randonnée à partir de la base nautique et de loisirs vous fera passer par le Parc Alexis et les marais à la découverte de la biodiversité sur la commune de Wingles. De nombreux oiseaux sont à découvrir. La trace gpx peut s'avérer utile au vu des nombreux chemins présents.

This short hike starting from Loos-en-Gohelle will take you to the slag heap and the 11/19 site. On the way back, you will cross the British Military Cemetery and the Canadian Memorial at Hill 70, all on good paths.

A beautiful walk that will allow you to discover Loos-en-Gohelle, passing by the Canadian Memorial, the 11-19 base and other sites.

This walk will take you to the foot of Europe’s tallest slag heaps, rising to 187 m and offering a 360° view. The more adventurous can climb the slag heap

This walk, starting from Hulluch, will take you to the former Lens 13 bis pit, then on to Benifontaine. A bit of history: Hulluch is a town in the mining basin listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Jolie petite randonnée qui vous fera passer par la base de loisir et la plaine environnante

The Boucle des Riez is situated in the commune of Bauvin in northern Hauts-de-France, on the edge of the Pas-de-Calais.This pleasant route takes you along the Deûle Canal, through the two Riez marshes and past the Île aux Saules. Numerous picnic tables await walkers along the banks of the ponds.

This itinerary takes you to Europe's longest slag heap, which stretches over 2km and fills an ancient valley. You'll enjoy views over the coalfield and the Artois hills. At times, you'll have the impression of walking along a mountain ridge. An entirely wooded terril, it is a reserve for numerous species.

Short and easy hike through the mining wasteland, slag heap and railway embankment, with a wooded section.

Starting from the Jardins du Louvre nursery, this round trip will take you along Eurovélo 5, through woods and town, to Saint-Auguste Church, where you will turn back.

This short hike starting from Liévin will take you through the gardens of the Louvre-Lens Museum and the Bollaert Delelis Stadium. You will cross the skate park before reaching the Jean Perrin public garden via well-maintained paths.

This route will take you to the top of the flat 80 slag heap (shaped like a plateau), offering a beautiful view of the mining basin and the Artois hills. The rest of the route follows the course of the Souchez river in a green and peaceful setting.

This route offers the chance to discover the riches of an exceptional natural heritage and will take you through the miners’ villages, along the Deûle Canal, across industrial wastelands and slag heaps. You will also pass through the Bois de l’Offlarde, a woodland that was once an extension of the Phalempin Forest. This circular route follows three former ‘mining overpasses’ – old railway links used by the mining companies to connect the pits to the coal transport networks.

Circular hike organised for pupils from Étienne Dolet Secondary School and pupils from schools in Provin and Bauvin as part of the “Parcours du cœur” event. A circular hike passing through three villages—Provin, Annœullin and Bauvin—and following paths and roads. This route is particularly suitable for school groups.

The route begins in the forest, with birdwatching available from observation posts. Then the landscape becomes more undulous as you climb Slag heap 115 (viewpoint over the coalfield) and return via the miners' cottages.

An itinerary that will take you to Europe's king of slag heaps! You'll first discover the former 11/19 base with its headframes and mining buildings currently being converted. You'll also enjoy a few pleasant passages through the undergrowth.

This hike between woods and town will take you past the former Fosse n°6 in Liévin, the Bois de l'Abime and Givenchy, before climbing the Terril de Pinchonvalles on good paths. It is a remarkable route for its biodiversity.

Belle balade sur les bords de la Souchez et lans e Bois de Riaumont, à faire en famille ou entre amies et amis

Pour cette randonnée vous passerez sur les bords de la Souchez et par le Parc de la Glissoire sur des chemins tranquilles et piste cyclables.

Petite randonnée sur les deux terrils, le premier assez facile mais un peu plus difficile que le Terril de Pinchonval ; entre bois et rivière en passant par le site du Percot et ses étangs.

This short hike around Vimy, between the town, voyettes (small streets in local dialect) and plains, will give you a different perspective on our beautiful region, its heritage and its memory of the Great War

Venez découvrir les villages de l'Artois par Farbus, Willerval et Vimy. Randonnée entre bois et plaine avec vue sur les terrils de Loos-en-Gohelle

This local hike will introduce you to this charming village in the community of Lens-Lievin. It took in the wounded during the Battle of Lens in August 1648 and many other battles, including the Battle of Vimy Ridge from 9 to 12 April 1917. The ponds around Vimy are former shell holes. Even today, unexploded ordnance can still be found.

Jolie randonnée qui vous conduira tout d'abord dans la campagne entre Vimy et Farbus, puis vous fera monter à Thelus avant de rejoindre le Mémorial Canadien et la Forêt de Vimy.

This walk, starting from Place de la République, will take you to the Canadian Memorial. It then follows a descent through Thélus and Farbus via the Bois du Goulot. You will pass by the Saint-Ranulphe Fountain. The whole route is on good paths.

Hiking on the Haute-Deûle canal between Don and Ile aux Saules, between Bauvin and Billy-Berclau.In addition to the canal, you'll have the chance to discover beautiful natural areas such as Parc de La Louvière, Espace Chico Mendès and Île aux Saules.

This short walk will take you through Don, a charming little town nestled between the old and new Deûle canals, which we’ll follow at times. It’s also an opportunity for a picturesque stroll through La Louvière Park.

A few kilometres from Lille lies a green oasis: the Phalempin Forest. Although modest in size (670 hectares), this forest is a rejuvenating place for hiking. Despite its small size, the forest boasts great biodiversity and legends. Once upon a time, in the village of La Neuville, on the edge of the Phalempin Woods, there was an inn called Leu Pindu with an unusual sign. It's up to you to discover the rest!

A circular route around Farbus, allowing you to explore the village and the surrounding countryside.

15 Km circuit in and around the Phalempin Forest. Start from the carpark opposite the Phalempin church.

Starting from Herrin church, this pleasant walk uses sections of the Route de Naviettes and Route des Marlettes: links are available in the "Practical information" section below.

There are very few roads on this countryside route, which becomes quite challenging in wet weather. Although the elevation gain does not seem significant, the Sentier de la Vignette, on the northern edge of Vimy Wood, is very undulating, with steep slopes that will give your calves a good workout. You can, of course, go down into the trenches and wander around this labyrinth for a while. Late October 2026: following the storm, there are fallen trees on the Sentier de la Vignette (between markers 8 and 9). The first one is quite difficult to get over, but it is doable.

À la decouverte des villages de Thélus et Farbus, en passant par le Bois de Berthonval.

A countryside walk near the town of Arras.Plenty of paths and small roads that are barely passable by car. To spice up the route a little, I’ve added a section of the Sentier de la Vignette (going in the opposite direction, so there are no signposts), which takes you round the Bois de Vimy. This section is quite challenging but very enjoyable and is now well maintained. Late October 2026: following the storm, there are fallen trees on the Sentier de la Vignette (between 15 and 16). The first one is quite difficult to get over, but it’s doable.

You will discover the villages of Thélus, Willerval, and Farbus. These three villages are less than 10 km from Vimy and its Canadian First World War memorial, which is well worth a visit to complement this hike.