La Bouteille walks

Taking the Chemin de la Tuerie or passing through the hamlet of L’Arbalète reminds us that the Thiérache region has been involved in every war. A testament to the need for defence in the 16th century, the Church of Notre-Dame de La Bouteille will impress you with its fortress-like stature. However, if you carry on to the ruins of Foigny Abbey, you’ll discover a completely different side to the Thiérache: a haven of peace beside a babbling river.

A pleasant cycle ride featuring sections through woodland and stream crossings, taking you through the rolling countryside around the two villages of Étréaupont and Gergny.

The village of Étreaupont is crossed by the Oise and the Ton rivers and is situated on the Thiérache Greenway, a converted railway line linking Guise to Hirson. The circular route starts at Saint-Martin Church, follows the Axe Vert for a while towards Guise, and partly follows theGR®122to return to the village.

A circular route passing by the Gironsart farm and the hamlet of L’Arbre Joli, where you can discover one of the most beautiful fortified churches in the Thiérache region: the Church of Notre-Dame de l’Assomption in Plomion.

Unmarked route. A circular route around Vervins that will take you along old paths and alleyways: the Chemin du Verbinum (an ancient Roman road linking Bavay to Reims), the Ruelle de la Basse Suisse, the Chemin de la Fontaine des Prêtres, etc. The route passes by the statue of ‘La Danseuse’ by the French sculptor Cladel Marius Léon (1883–1948), who also created the war memorial in Origny-Sainte-Benoîte.

Starting from Sorbais, Didou the little owl invites you into his domain: the bocage She offers you an educational and informative exploration of the upper Oise valley, its bocage, its wildlife and flora, and its traditional activities. So, between (1) and (3), you can follow the first section of the trail, which is marked with themed information panels.

This walk will take you into the heart of the village of Voulpaix, winding through numerous narrow streets and passageways. It will also introduce you to a wealth of local heritage: fountains, wayside crucifixes, wash houses, and more.

Set off to explore the Blangy waterfall: a lovely walk through Hirson’s communal forest, returning along the source of the River Oise.

A route through Thiérache, taking in fields, hills and valleys. It passes through charming little villages such as Saint-Clément, Cuiry-lès-Iviers and Corneaux. The route largely follows theGR®®122.

This route starts in the centre of the village of Saint-Michel and offers a beautiful transition between town and nature. After leaving the village streets at the Sougland foundries, the route enters the peaceful forest of Saint-Michel, in the Bois de Sougland, along the River Le Gland. Shady paths and green forest roads follow one another in the forest. The return route takes you back to the village and leads hikers to the remarkable abbey site of Saint-Michel, whose architecture and tranquillity invite contemplation. At the end of the route, on Boulevard Savart, the Maison du Prévost stands proudly, a witness to local history and the final heritage stop before returning to the starting point on Place Rochefort. This route combines nature, heritage and discovery, perfect for a Thiérache getaway in the forest.

An easy walk along country lanes through vast fields of wheat and flax. The hills of the Thiérache offer sweeping views in every direction. Admire the churches at Morgny and Sainte-Geneviève, as well as the many fortified churches in the surrounding area.

A walk through beautiful, varied deciduous woodland (with some fine specimens of oak and beech), interspersed with a few small spruce plantations. The three educational sections along the Maginot Line are another of the walk’s main attractions, alongside the old village and its former Benedictine abbey. If the 22 km seems daunting, the elevation changes are very slight, and it is possible to shorten the route (10), for example.

A lovely hike in the Avesnois region. Along the way, you will discover long stretches of the Hirson forest, come across ponds and waterfalls, and walk alongside the Oise and other rivers. A varied hike.

Why not give this lovely circular walk a go? It’s about 9 km long, suitable for everyone and presents no major difficulties. The meeting point is in front of the charming Saint-Agapit Church in Séchelles, a peaceful hamlet that has been part of Agnicourt since 1795. Throughout the route, you’ll enjoy well-maintained country lanes, offering a comfortable walking experience. What’s more, you’ll have the chance to discover some truly beautiful panoramic views that open out generously onto the lush green Serre valley. The route also takes you along a charming old railway line. It’s the perfect route for enjoying the tranquillity of nature and rediscovering the understated beauty of our countryside.

A walk featuring very pleasant forest paths, white water and numerous ponds, as well as rural stretches. A well-balanced mix of different landscapes, including a few bunkers, unusual religious monuments, etc. The route’s topography allows for numerous shortcuts.

Lovers of peace and nature will find a change of scenery and tranquillity on this route. They’ll travel fromFrance into Belgium without even realising it.

Lovers of peace and quiet and the great outdoors will find a change of scenery and tranquillity on this route. They’ll cross from France into Belgium without always realising it,

A family-friendly route for discovering birds. You can learn through play using the Baladavesnois app.

The Anor dirt track route guarantees a genuine hike in the heart of the countryside. You will also discover numerous heritage sites. Anor is renowned for its wealth of chapels and oratories.

A wonderfully varied family route. Forest paths, small country lanes and paths along the edges of ponds form the backbone of this route.

Mountain bike trail, accessible to all, all year round. However, it can be difficult in wet weather (muddy sections). Along this family walk, water is omnipresent (ponds, rivers, waterfalls) and there are numerous forest trails.

Take the shorter alternative route during the hunting season (calendar available at the town hall or on the ONF website). This route takes you through a large part of the Fourmies State Forest.

This trail, ideal for families, is dotted with information boards illustrating forest management and the forest’s heritage through the ages.