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Hautmont walks
The Sambre, its industry and biodiversity from Hautmont
AONB
4.67 mi
+105 ft
-102 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Hautmont (Nord)
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.
In the footsteps of Stevenson, starting from Hautmont
34.41 mi
+46 ft
-59 ft
6 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Hautmont (Nord)
In 1876, Stevenson travelled from Antwerp to Compiègne by canoe with his friend. Follow in his footsteps by bike from Hautmont to Étreux.
Maubeuge, between Sambre and Flamenne
6.11 mi
+82 ft
-82 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Maubeuge (Nord)
Discover areas of biodiversity in an urban setting in Maubeuge. There are two possible starting points: the Sambre mall or 60 rue Couturelle.
The Weather Vane Nature Trail in Vieux-Mesnil
3.09 mi
+66 ft
-52 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Vieux-Mesnil (Nord)
Discover the weather vanes, various tree species and a few bird boxes from our region. This walk was created with the help of the Avesnois Regional Nature Park.
Maubeuge, besieged stronghold
17.10 mi
+249 ft
-249 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Maubeuge (Nord)
This cycling route takes you to the main sites of the siege of Maubeuge, which took place from 27 August to 8 September 1914. Although the siege immobilised tens of thousands of German soldiers for several days, preventing them from fighting in the Battle of the Marne, it ended in a serious French defeat, with more than 40,000 prisoners, representing a tenth of all French prisoners of war during the Great War.
The Chemin d’Avesnes to Beaufort route
4.70 mi
+115 ft
-115 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Beaufort (Nord) (Nord)
Starting from the charming village of Beaufort, explore the edge of the Haie d’Avesnes, a remnant of the ancient Celtic forest.
Getaway along the Sambre from Bachant
31.44 mi
+495 ft
-486 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bachant (Nord)
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.
Raidmont to Ferrière-La-Grande farmstead route
6.12 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
A countryside walk that takes in many paths and trails. A countryside outing close to the town, suitable for all year round.
Avesnois Greenway
18.83 mi
+515 ft
-325 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
Former railway line converted for pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders.Section of the Scandibérique, EuroVelo 3, route linking Trondheim (Norway) to Santiago de Compostela (Spain)
Towards Colleret and Ostergnies (mountain biking)
13.59 mi
+420 ft
-417 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
Discover the rolling, wooded countryside of the Avesnois region.
Raidmont farm route (mountain biking)
6.11 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
This rural walk is located very close to the town.
Towards the Octroi trail in Ferrière-la-Grande (mountain biking)
5.02 mi
+197 ft
-203 ft
45 mins
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
Mountain bike ride between localities in two municipalities where the administrative office collected duties on certain foodstuffs or goods before they entered the town.
Passing through the Greenway in Ferrière-la-Grande (mountain biking)
20.62 mi
+633 ft
-636 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
Discover a green and hilly landscape.
To the Four Churches Route from Ferrière-la-Grande (mountain biking)
14.63 mi
+449 ft
-449 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
A picturesque landscape of valleys and hedgerows stretching from bell tower to bell tower...
To the Grès Salé route in Ferrière-la-Grande (mountain biking)
5.14 mi
+108 ft
-105 ft
1 hr
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Grande (Nord)
Family route to discover the heritage of Ferrière-la-Petite
Ferrière-la-Petite and Cousolre cross-border link
9.52 mi
+348 ft
-276 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Petite (Nord)
Cycle route connecting EuroVelo 3 to the Ravel in Belgium
Exploring Maubeuge and its zoo
Visorando Member5.65 mi
+207 ft
-197 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Ferrière-la-Petite (Nord)
Discover Maubeuge, just a few kilometres from Belgium, in the Avesnois region. A walk that starts in the village of Ferrière-la-Petite, then passes through Maubeuge. Discover its Vauban ramparts, a town steeped in history with its museums, gardens and parks. Walk along the River Sambre, and don’t forget to visit the magnificent Maubeuge Zoo on arrival.
Route of the Four Churches starting from Ferrière-la-Petite
11.71 mi
+466 ft
-472 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Ferrière-la-Petite (Nord)
This route, in the heart of the Fagne de Solre, is intended for experienced walkers. The distance to be covered, the
undulating terrain and some wet sections of the path require a good level of fitness. However, the villages you pass through, the scenery and the views will make the effort worthwhile.
Route from Ostergnies to Cerfontaine
6.38 mi
+272 ft
-285 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Cerfontaine (Nord)
This walk will take you along quiet, winding paths and small, tree-lined roads, allowing you to discover the villages of the Avesnois nestled in the hollows of the valleys.
Route du Mont Dourlers
6.22 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dourlers (Nord)
This route can be enjoyed all year round and takes you on a journey of discovery through the Haie d'Avesnes. There are many heritage sites to discover along the way.
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!
Mills and kiosks of the two Helpes
22.70 mi
+758 ft
-748 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Dourlers (Nord)
The route takes you on a journey of discovery to two bandstands and six water mills. Between the two valleys of the Helpe Mineure and the Helpe Majeure, you can admire the local architecture, where blue stone forms the basis of the buildings. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to occasional cycle tourists.
Circular route starting from Saint-Aubin in the Avesnois region
7.18 mi
+203 ft
-200 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Aubin (Nord) (Nord)
Discover the landscapes of the Avesnois. Magnificent view of our bocage countryside.
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.
Circular route between the streams starting from Taisnières-sur-Hon
6.45 mi
+197 ft
-197 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Taisnières-sur-Hon (Nord)
Walk along small paths that wind through the bocage, where trees compete with water for attention and where you can discover the diversity of natural environments.
Route from Villars to Taisnières-sur-Hon
6.41 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Taisnières-sur-Hon (Nord)
This route partly overlaps with the circular route between the streams. A walk along narrow paths winding through the bocage, where trees and water vie for attention, offering a chance to discover the diversity of the natural habitats.
A walk through the hedgerows in Saint-Aubin
4.29 mi
+171 ft
-167 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Aubin (Nord) (Nord)
A walk to explore Saint-Aubin and its wooded countryside, suitable for families all year round. The route mainly follows tarmac country roads.
This trail was developed jointly by the Faunaflore association and the municipality of Saint-Aubin.
The Salmagne Mill Trail in Bettignies
6.15 mi
+102 ft
-108 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Bettignies (Nord)
In the heart of Walloon Hainaut, paths and country lanes criss-cross this agricultural plateau, cut through by streams and dotted with ‘censes’. This border region, steeped in history, was once a route for pilgrims to Santiago de Compostela but has
also been the scene of both world wars.
From Monceau-Saint-Waast to Sars-Poteries
9.42 mi
+371 ft
-203 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Monceau-Saint-Waast (Nord)
First stage in discovering master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers on a pleasant route through the bocage countryside. Take your time for visits and plan your stay over two days.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Van Gogh Route from Hon-Hergies to Catillon-sur-Sambre
29.95 mi
+525 ft
-489 ft
5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Frameries (Hainaut)
Avesnois section of the Van Gogh Route from Amsterdam to Paris.Communes in the Avesnois region crossed Hon-Hergies, Houdain-Lez-Bavay, Bavay, Mecquignies, Obies, Locquignol, Landrecies, Ors, Catillon-sur-Sambre.
The Glass Route in Sars-Poteries
5.96 mi
+131 ft
-131 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Sars-Poteries (Nord)
This route links two valleys and largely follows the Avesnois Greenway, a site dedicated to non-motorised recreation, including cycling, walking and horse riding; please be considerate of other users. The village streets showcase a rich architectural heritage, typical of the Avesnois region.
Discover the kiosks by bike, starting from Sars-Poteries
23.14 mi
+810 ft
-817 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Sars-Poteries (Nord)
This route allows you to discover the kiosks, typical elements of the built heritage of the Avesnois region.
From Sars-Poteries to Monceau-Saint-Waast
13.48 mi
+203 ft
-364 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Sars-Poteries (Nord)
The second stage of your journey will take you on a hike through the bocage countryside to discover master glassmakers, breweries and cheese producers. Take your time to visit and plan your stay over two days.