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La Gorgue walks
Magots Circular Loop
Visorando Member
3.79 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from La Gorgue (Nord)
Walk starting from the Jean-Paul II Parish, around Les Magots.
Along the Lys at La Gorgue
2.61 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from La Gorgue (Nord)
Set off to explore the public gardens and the River Lys.
Boucle de Lestrem par le Pont Riqueult
7.14 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Lestrem (Pas-de-Calais)
Discover the paths and small country roads starting from the hamlet of La Fosse. You will follow and cross the Lawe several times. You can admire magnificent willow trees, gigantic in the middle of their pastures. Several information panels on the history of the area line the route: Pont Riqueult, cemetery, park, village centre, along the Lawe, Pont de la Fosse. Take the time to read them.
Countryside path along the Lys
6.06 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Sailly-sur-la-Lys (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk will introduce you to the countryside around Sailly and the tranquility of the river Lys.
Merville, along the water
2.75 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Merville (Nord) (Nord)
Here is a short walk that will take you along the Lawe and then through the flower-filled Les Près de la Ville park.
A circular route starting from Calonne-sur-la-Lys
11.97 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Calonne-sur-la-Lys (Pas-de-Calais)
This route will allow you to explore the countryside north of Béthune and enjoy the canals via the towpaths.
Old lime tree and orchards in Aubers
5.98 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Aubers (Nord)
A short route with very little tarmac, allowing you to (re)discover the old lime tree of Joncquoy as well as the orchards of La Cliqueterie, which are particularly beautiful in autumn and spring.
The Joncquoy Linden Tree in Aubers
7.73 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fromelles (Nord)
If you have time, you can visit the museum dedicated to the Battle of Fromelles, which took place in July 1916. Next, you will skirt the village of Aubers, but you will see some of its ponds, which make this village a tourist destination for fishing and camping. You will also encounter the very respectable Tilleul du Joncquoy, which was planted there in 1490.
The Gorges Bleues trail in Mont-Bernanchon
5.42 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Mont-Bernanchon (Pas-de-Calais)
A short, peaceful stroll along a grassy path beside the Canal d'Aire à la Bassée, taking you past the observation hut at the Mont-Bernanchon bird sanctuary. Stables and a short stretch through the forest.
This walk is marked in yellow from start to finish.
Les Chantiers in Beuvry
5.02 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful walk along the banks of the Canal d'Aire in La Bassée. An invitation to stroll through remarkable landscapes such as the Marais de l'Avoué and the Prévôté de Gorre. The British military cemetery in Gorre is a reminder of the Great War.
Path from the château to Morbecque
4.97 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Morbecque (Nord)
Short walk in the Flamingue woods and along the Canal de la Nieppe.
Humani Twins Go in Nieppe
Association / Club / Walk leader3.39 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Nieppe (Nord)
Humani Twins Go hike in the town of Nieppe. Nieppe, in the heart of Flanders, where you can see the ponds and Michel Grasset Park. This hike is accessible to everyone and is not difficult.
Walking in Nieppe through town and countryside
7.36 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Nieppe (Nord)
Hiking in the city and the countryside. In Nieppe, you can stroll around the ponds or along the Lys river.
This route is accessible to everyone as there are no hills.
Les T'chiens starting from Robecq
4.99 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Robecq (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk that allows you to enjoy the village’s green surroundings. Walkers will discover a variety of paths during their stroll, including the Busnes stream and a wealth of diverse landscapes, rich in flora and fauna. This walk can be found on Randofiche 48, published by the FFRP and the CABBALR.
La catorive à Béthune
7.21 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
Venez découvrir Béthune avec ses anciens canaux, au départ, puis son port de plaisance, sans oublier le centre ville avec son beffroi.
Tannay path
3.65 mi
+3 ft
-3 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Haverskerque (Nord)
This tour will introduce you to three different settings: the Domaniale de Nieppe forest, the wooded countryside and the Lys river.
Tour of the 3 bell towers in the heart of Flanders
6.76 mi
+7 ft
-7 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Haverskerque (Nord)
The forest edge, the canal banks and the agricultural plain give the trail its contrasting moods. Keep your eyes peeled for birds in the undergrowth, insects on leaves and trees, and the mushrooms that grow here in late spring.
The Lowlands between Vendin and Gonnehem
7.21 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Vendin-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
A short, unpretentious route with no significant elevation gain in the Béthune countryside. A mix of footpaths, farm tracks and small roads to keep you going for a good half-day.
Les marais depuis Cuinchy
7.64 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Cuinchy (Pas-de-Calais)
Entre canaux et marais de Cuinchy à Beuvry, on prend le temps de flâner sur le thème de la biodiversité.
Tour of the marshes at Beuvry
7.98 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk through ponds, canals and marshes, where you'll be surrounded by water in the commune of Beuvry.
A little green spot in Armentières
2.87 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Armentières (Nord)
The ATM1 students at the Lycée Île de Flandre have put together this short walk, suitable for everyone. It will take you to a little green oasis just a stone’s throw from Armentières town centre. You’ll soon find yourself surrounded by nature as you first walk alongside the pond at the Léo Lagrange complex, then stroll along the banks of the Lys.
Discovering Beuvry, via the back roads
7.02 mi
+85 ft
-72 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
Discover Beuvry’s hidden gems, from canals to parks and green spaces.
Towpath at Beuvry
3.19 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
A walk along the banks of the Beuvry Canal.
Surrounded by towpaths on either side, the 3-km-long Beuvry Canal is a remnant of a former industrial waterway. Many people enjoy the peace and quiet and the scenery along its banks.
Alternative route from Annezin
5.07 mi
+33 ft
-33 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Annezin (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starting from Annezin will let you discover the charms of an urban walk, sometimes on good paths, sometimes on tarmac. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the old canal, which no longer exists today.
From Beuvry to Noyelles via Bellenville and Moulin Buret
12.15 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Beuvry (Pas-de-Calais)
Route in an urban area, mainly on paths. It allows you to discover and cross the Domaine de Bellenville, the Terril and the Labourse ponds, as well as the impressive Moulin du Ballon (or Moulin Buret).
Take an unusual route up between Mont Noir and Mont Rouge
7.95 mi
+758 ft
-761 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jans-Cappel (Nord)
This hike crosses Flanders on both sides of the French-Belgian border via tiny paths. And, to gain a little more height, you can try out an unusual means of transport that has been connecting Mont Noir and Mont Rouge since 1958!This hike is accessible to everyone, young and old alike, with a slight incline to warm up your calves!
Mont Noir trail
6.56 mi
+384 ft
-384 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Jans-Cappel (Nord)
A bucolic tour through the wild hyacinths and wild garlic blooming in late April and early May.
Discover the Mont Noir and Flanders (Saint-Jans-Cappel, view of Mont des Cats and Bailleul) through undergrowth, forest paths and small roads.
The Ravensberg countryside in Bailleul
6.48 mi
+207 ft
-230 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park on the Grand-Place in Neuve Église, via the Ravensberg countryside in Bailleul. This route passes through muddy paths during winter, so it is advisable to do this hike in dry weather in summer.
Neuve Eglise via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Walletjes
9.48 mi
+262 ft
-243 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park on the main square in Neuve Église. This route takes you through the countryside around Ploegsteert.
The hike crosses a field and follows dirt paths through wet and muddy areas in winter.
You can admire the Heuvelland countryside with its vineyards at the foot of the Kemmel and Monteberg mountains.
Neuve Église via the Ploegsteert countryside
9.57 mi
+180 ft
-154 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Neuve Église via the countryside around Ploegsteert
This route crosses a field and is therefore quite muddy in winter
Passes close to vineyards: there are two vineyard plots on this route
Neuve-Eglise centre via the Ploegsteert countryside
8.13 mi
+154 ft
-154 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Pass Notre Dame Church, follow Bassevillestraat, cross Zuidlindestraat and take Naaikorfstraat. Pass the Cense de l'Alouette vineyard. At the end, turn right onto Rue du Rossignol, then right onto Leeuwerkstraat and continue straight ahead onto the farm track, which can be quite muddy in winter.
Neuve Église and Wulvergem via the Douve valley
6.27 mi
+138 ft
-148 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park of Wulvergem Church or the main square in Neuve Église.
This walk mostly follows paved paths and is therefore ideal for winter.
Sentier des Gueux
6.10 mi
+312 ft
-315 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
A pleasant route in Belgium.
This is the Sentier des Gueux (Geuzen walking route), the end of which I have modified.
It uses the same signposting as the Mont Kemmel and Mont Rouge routes.
It is an easy walk along small roads, wide farm tracks and some very pleasant paths (including a "paved slanting street"!).
Neuve Eglise via the countryside of Bailleul
6.32 mi
+246 ft
-226 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Neuve Église via the countryside around Dranouter. This route is mostly on paved paths and is therefore ideal for a mud-free walk in winter.
Neuve Eglise via the countryside of Wulvergem and Ploegsteert
9.48 mi
+194 ft
-207 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Neuve Église. It is also possible to start from Wulvergem. Passing through Rosenberg, along dirt tracks and through fields that are wet and muddy in winter. The walk takes place near the Cense de l'Alouette vineyard. In the shadow of Mont Kemmel, it overlooks the Douve to the north and the Lys valley to the south.
Neuve Eglise via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Wulvergem
5.89 mi
+118 ft
-118 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park on the main square in Neuve Eglise via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Wulvergem
Passing close to the Cense de l'Alouette vineyard.
In the shadow of Mount Kemmel, the view overlooks the Douve to the north and the Lys valley to the south. The vineyard was planted in 2018
Passing close to the church of Wulvergem.
Neuve Église via Ploegsteert and Nieppe
9.55 mi
+246 ft
-262 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Neuve Église via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Nieppe
The hike crosses a field and follows dirt paths through wet and muddy areas in winter.
Pass through the Romarin district, which straddles France, Flanders and Belgium
Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve and Howarderie
6.52 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park near Bizet Church via the Ornithological Nature Reserve and Rue de la Howarderie in Ploegsteert. This route crosses a muddy farm track during winter.
The Ravensberg hill in the Bailleul countryside
6.22 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park of the church in Dranouter via Ravensberg in the Bailleul countryside. Pass by the Wijngaard Koudekot vineyard, which produces white, rosé and red wines.
Dranouter via Monteberg, Lettenberg and Kemmelberg
9.31 mi
+774 ft
-804 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Start and finish at the car park of the church in Dranouter via Monteberg, Lettenberg and Kemmelberg.
Pass along the Monteberg vineyard and through the woods of the Kemmelberg provincial estate.
Waiter, a 3 Monts, please!
14.95 mi
+1,319 ft
-1,325 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
A patchwork of different routes in the area for a long hike that will delight your thighs.As for the mountains, like the Musketeers, there are four (or even five, I forgot the Baneberg near the mill), as you climb Mont Noir twice.In short, a nice climb in the Flat Country on numerous paths and a few small, quiet roads.
It's a demanding route, because even between the mountains, there are plenty of small hills. But, as is often the case in Belgium, the trails are well maintained and constantly being improved.
Walk to Kemmel
8.11 mi
+712 ft
-712 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Short route on beautiful, well-maintained Belgian trails with good signage.Simple signposting: there are posts with numbers and an arrow indicating the number you want to go to (not easy to explain but obvious when you're there).
In wet weather, some areas may be soggy or even very muddy.
The Kemmel countryside from Dranouter
9.33 mi
+820 ft
-791 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park of the church in Dranouter via Monteberg, the countryside of Kemmel and Loker. Passing by the vineyards of Monteberg, Kemmel and Loker. Passing by the French ossuary of the 1914-1918 war in Kemmel.
Canal, woods and ponds in Ploegsteert
14.62 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A long stroll across flat countryside with a nice little climb at the end.Only two slightly tricky sections, so an ideal walk in autumn and winter.The walk starts on a small road with few houses and therefore little traffic, before crossing Le Bizet via Les Voyettes.We then continue along the Canal and the beautiful Bayart Bridge, reserved for non-motorised traffic, then past a few ponds with facilities for storks, before finishing in the Bois de Ploegsteert.
Countryside of Neuve-Église starting from Ploegsteert
9.70 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert town centre via the countryside of Neuve-Église. Pass by the farms. Dirt track to the border with Neuve-Église. Then a paved path and return via a dirt track. Pass through the Bois de la Hutte at the end of the route.
From Ploegsteert to Wulvergem
12.54 mi
+262 ft
-256 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A circular route through countryside and woodland, taking in places steeped in history.After a somewhat tedious first kilometre, the walk follows a series of paths and quiet country lanes to reach Wulvergem.After a lovely circular route through Wulvergem, you’ll find a wild path at a place called Rosenberg before crossing the Bois de la Hutte. A short stretch then along the Ghent-Wevelgem roads to reach the Christmas Truce Cemetery.You then cross the Ploegsteert Wood to reach the Memorial Museum.
Ploegsteert via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
9.65 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British memorial, the Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve Église
The walk crosses a field of crops and muddy, slippery dirt tracks, especially in winter.
Ploegsteert via Wulvergem, Plugstreet and the British memorial
9.49 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Eglise, Wulvergem, the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre and the British Memorial in Ploegsteert. Pass through dirt roads that cross agricultural areas.
Ploegsteert centre via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
9.02 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British Memorial, Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve-Eglise. The route crosses a cornfield.
Ploegsteert centre via Neuve Eglise and Bois de la Hutte
9.83 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Église and Rosenberg, the Bois de la Hutte and the Plugstreet interpretation centre
This walk crosses dirt tracks and farmland, some of which are muddy during the winter.
Circular from Ploegsteert centre
6.24 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Hike starting and ending at the Ploegsteert sports hall
The two Chartreuses in Fouquières-lès-Béthune
7.65 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Fouquières-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
Belle randonnée sans difficulté. Elle vous fait découvrir des chartreuses dans la campagne et les bois environnants.
The Two Rivers Trail in Fouquières-lès-Béthune
5.18 mi
+135 ft
-135 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Fouquières-lès-Béthune (Pas-de-Calais)
The two rivers trail from Fouquières-lès-Béthune to Fouquereuil takes you along the Blanche to the Annezin marsh, then along the Lawe before walking above the water under a railway line!
This route will take you to the Fouquereuil storage slag heap (the Terril de la Cuisse Maraune) where you can enjoy a superb 360° panorama from the top. The return journey is through the fields.
Passing by the Beuvry mill
5.18 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Labourse (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk starting from Labourse takes you through Parc de la Loisne and past the Beuvry mill, all along good paths and with a touch of town life and a bit of history. In 2008, following archaeological excavations, two sites dating from the Iron Age and the Gallo-Roman period were uncovered.
Loisne Park via Verquigneul
5.04 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Labourse (Pas-de-Calais)
This beautiful walk, starting from Labourse, takes you through Leo Lagrange Park. Then a short detour through Verquigneul, before reaching Loisne Park and the slag heap, all along good paths and tracks.
The British memorial in Ploegsteert and the countryside around Neuve Église
8.63 mi
+177 ft
-200 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British war memorial in Ploegsteert. You can also start from the main square in Ploegsteert. The route takes you through a field, so check the weather forecast before setting off. Some paths can be quite muddy in winter.
The Christmas Truce Memorial and Rosenberg from Ploegsteert
6.43 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British memorial in Ploegsteert, via the historic site of the Christmas Truce memorial and the Rosenberg. The route passes by Wallonia’s only hop farm, known as Forrest Farm.
Circular route between Fouquereuil and Bruay
13.14 mi
+495 ft
-499 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Fouquereuil (Pas-de-Calais)
Long route through the urban area. Follow the Lawe and then the Brette to reach the Miner's Monument in Bruay. To return, head to Cité 4 in Bruay before reaching the Bois des Dames by following the PR® du Bois des Dames. Crossing the woods takes you to the slag heap before leading you to Emmaüs. From there, the return journey is via the Bois de la Sablière. There are many paths and "bus lanes" for a route that is passable even in wet weather.
The Three Mountains of Flanders
12.77 mi
+1,152 ft
-1,161 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Berthen (Nord)
These three mountains watch over Bailleul, the capital of Flanders between Lille and Dunkirk: Mont des Cats, Mont de Boeschepe and Mont Noir, plus Mont Kokereel. From the top of these small hills (180m), you can enjoy views over the surrounding area.
The route offers several points of interest, including Marguerite Yourcenar's house on Mont Noir, the Boschepe mill in the village of the same name, and Mont des Cats and its abbey of Cistercian monks, founded in 1826.
Et un, et deux, et trois terrils
8.22 mi
+259 ft
-249 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Verquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Bien sûr, ce ne sont pas les plus hauts terrils de la région, mais les deux terrils de Verquin sont restés très sauvages et, sur celui de Labourse, il y a assez d'espace et de sentiers pour varier l'itinéraire. Ce parcours en 8 peut facilement être scindé en deux boucles de 6 à 8 km. C'est un parcours assez compliqué que j'ai détaillé au maximum. Néanmoins, je recommande d'utiliser l'application surtout sur les terrils : celui de Labourse possède un grand nombre de sentiers et on peut facilement modifier le parcours.
Voyettes and paths of the Béthunois
6.19 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Verquin (Pas-de-Calais)
A short country walk in the middle of the Béthune-Nœux-Bruay conurbation.
Return to Kemmel
7.48 mi
+623 ft
-643 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Another way to approach Kemmel, this time from the east. There are some sections in common with the first hike, but the paths are taken in the opposite direction, which allows you to enjoy them in a different way. And we can thank our Belgian neighbours for the quantity and quality of the trails they offer us.
Mont des Cats - Around the Monastery
6.90 mi
+705 ft
-676 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Berthen (Nord)
This walk will take you around the Mont des Cats along paths and back roads. It will reveal its viewpoints, its chapels, its heritage and its gentle slopes.
Discovering the Lettenberg
13.66 mi
+1,178 ft
-1,184 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
A long stretch along the slopes of Mont Kemmel to discover the Lettenberg, a small hill near Kemmel (perhaps the result of the union between Mont Rouge and Mont Kemmel?). The rest of the route is fairly standard, but passes through areas that are often very damp. And as always in this area, the elevation gain is quite significant. Avoid this walk in early August, during the Dranouter Festival.
The Mont Rouge and the Douve valley circular starting from Loker
9.42 mi
+673 ft
-673 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park of Loker church via the Westouter countryside. Crossing the Hellegatbos woods with a passage through the Hell Hole of Mont Rouge. Passing near the Baneberg mill in Westouter. Crossing the Douve valley, which forms the border between France and Belgium. Passing into France through the Mont Noir countryside in Saint Jans Cappel and the vineyards of Dranouter.
Mont Rouge, route courte
4.37 mi
+525 ft
-551 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
This is a more family-friendly version of my two other hikes on Mont Rouge. It's short but with a good elevation gain. Half of the route is in the countryside and half in the woods, with a minimum of tarmac. Enough to keep you busy for half a day while getting plenty of fresh air!
Loker via Saint Jans Cappel, Mont Noir, Douve valley and Mont Rouge
9.37 mi
+712 ft
-702 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park of Loker Church via the countryside of Saint Jans Cappel and the Marguerite Yourcenar Nature Reserve at Mont Noir. Pass through the Douve Valley, which forms the border with France, and along Mont Rouge.
Wulvergem via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Neuve Eglise
9.39 mi
+190 ft
-210 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park of Wulvergem Church.
Passing through Rosenberg, along dirt tracks and through fields that are wet and muddy in winter and close to the Cense de l'Alouette vineyard
In the shadow of Mont Kemmel, the view overlooks the Douve to the north and the Lys valley to the south. The vineyard was planted in 2018.
Wulvergem via the countryside of Ploegsteert and Neuve Eglise
9.21 mi
+151 ft
-171 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure from the car park of Wulvergem church. Pass through Rosenberg, along dirt tracks and through fields that are wet and muddy in winter. Pass close to the Cense de l'Alouette vineyard, which was planted in 2018.In the shadow of Mont Kemmel, enjoy views of the Douve to the north and the Lys valley to the south.
Around Mont des Cats (Katts Walk)
3.03 mi
+322 ft
-322 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Godewaersvelde (Nord)
Walk around the Mont des Cats monastery. Peaceful, natural surroundings and panoramic views guaranteed.
The Red and the Black
10.86 mi
+1,276 ft
-1,270 ft
6h 05
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Return to Mont Rouge, passing through the Bois du Mont Noir. Enjoy a beautiful stroll through the woods, ending with a superb (and challenging) staircase.
Be careful, as soon as it gets a little wet, the paths become very difficult and you can sometimes find yourself with mud up to your mid-shoes. This was the case this morning (19 November 2021).
Two woods, a slag heap and a charterhouse to digest it all
14.94 mi
+738 ft
-735 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Labeuvrière (Pas-de-Calais)
Up to the entrance to the Bois des Dames, the route is much the same as this hike (there aren't many options in the Bois de Roquelaure), but I took other paths to cross the Bois des Dames. The end of the route passes behind Emmaüs before reaching the Chartreuse des Dames and joining the Bois des Sablières.It's long, winding, almost entirely unpaved and with a significant elevation gain. Very difficult in wet weather.The use ofthe Visorando app is strongly recommended.
From one woodland to another, starting from Labeuvrière and passing by slag heap no. 12
11.18 mi
+640 ft
-614 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Labeuvrière (Pas-de-Calais)
The route takes you through the two woods of Lapugnoy: Roquelaure, with its easy paths, followed by the Bois des Dames, where the trails can be very wet. I’ve tried to stick to the lesser-known paths, particularly in the Bois des Dames, which makes for a route that’s quite difficult to follow. I recommend using the Visorando app. Note: on OpenStreetMap, the paths are clearly marked.
The slag heap is very beautiful in spring when it’s covered in flax.
Scherpenberg and Rodeberg, mid-season route
12.23 mi
+906 ft
-902 ft
6h 25
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
When the weather becomes a little wetter, you can still hike on Mont Rouge.
This route alternates between small roads (with little traffic), paths and forest trails, which makes it a little less strenuous.
It is a winding route, so the app is very useful.
There is quite a bit of elevation gain and, in wet weather, the trails are quite slippery. The walk is therefore quite tiring (equivalent to a 25 km route).
Roller coaster and maze on the Monts de Flandre
13.66 mi
+1,427 ft
-1,417 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
This is a route on which I had fun concentrating as many difficulties as possible (more than 400 m of elevation gain). This gives it a somewhat labyrinthine feel, but it allows you to avoid tarmac as much as possible. So you walk from peak to peak on well-marked, clean paths. The use ofthe Visorando app is highly recommended, even though the numbering system is very practical.
Around and on Mont Rouge
10.03 mi
+787 ft
-814 ft
5h 20
Difficult
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
A long, slightly winding route to enjoy the beautiful Belgian trails, which are well maintained and clearly marked.
Simple signposting: there are posts with numbers and an arrow indicating the number you want to go to (not easy to explain but obvious when you're there).
Difficult route, even very difficult in wet weather.
Around Mont Kemmel in Dries
5.61 mi
+486 ft
-469 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
This is an easy hike despite a section on Mont Kemmel with steep slopes and steps. The rest is pleasant, with sections through vineyards and views of the surrounding countryside.
La base nautique et ses alentours à Wingles
6.33 mi
+66 ft
-69 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Wingles (Pas-de-Calais)
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.
Le Corne Bœuf from Wingles
6.43 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Wingles (Pas-de-Calais)
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.
The seven lakes at Wingles
4.57 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Wingles (Pas-de-Calais)
A very beautiful walk set amidst lush greenery and water.
Val de Clarence and Bois de Roquelaure
13.96 mi
+646 ft
-640 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Lapugnoy (Pas-de-Calais)
A patchwork of the various marked trails in the area for a long stroll, ending at the Bois de Roquelaure. It is a highly urbanised area, but you still feel as though you are in the countryside.
The Irish Tower in the Peace Park and the Wijtschate countryside
6.27 mi
+177 ft
-184 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Mesen (Hainaut)
Departure and arrival at the car park of the Irish Tower in the Peace Park in Messines. The Irish Island Peace Park refers to the Battle of the Mines in 1917. At that time, Irish Catholic and Protestant soldiers fought side by side. Young Irish people helped build the tower as a sign of reconciliation. This site offers a magnificent view of the surrounding hilly landscape.
Woods, footpaths and mining heritage around Lapugnoy
13.71 mi
+505 ft
-509 ft
6h 45
Difficult
Departure from Lapugnoy (Pas-de-Calais)
Long route through the Bois de Roquelaure, the Poulouches d'Allouagne and the Vallée Carreau d'Auchel. Return via Lozinghem and Mont Éventé before finishing at the Terril de Lapugnoy and a beautiful path on the edge of the Bois des Dames.Relatively little tarmac (but we are still in an urban area), but in wet weather, some paths can become difficult.
Riez Circular Route
6.62 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bauvin (Nord)
The Boucle des Riez is located 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 to the Île aux Saules. Numerous picnic tables await walkers by the lakes.
La Buissière - Ourton loop following the Biette, then the Lawe
13.84 mi
+535 ft
-512 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Bruay-la-Buissière (Pas-de-Calais)
This is a long walk in an urban area, but 90% of it is on paths. Start at the old bridge and its steps, then follow the Biette (a beautiful footbridge restored last year) to Ourton. Next, climb back up (unfortunately on the road) before descending to Beugin. Follow another bridge to the Divion Viaduct. There, a slightly tricky descent takes you back to the banks of the Lawe. Follow it first on the left bank, then on the right bank before following the bus route. And to finish in style, the Bois de la Volville, with a nice climb at the end.
Between woods and mining riders in Bruay-la-Buissière
8.15 mi
+243 ft
-233 ft
1 hr
Moderate
Departure from Bruay-la-Buissière (Pas-de-Calais)
This circular hike offers a superb hike that combines mining history, nature and redevelopment. You will take an old mining railway line (a former railway line used to transport coal) that crosses the Bois des Dames to take you to the Chartreuse des Dames in Gosnay.
Circular walk around the keep and the La Buissière slag heap
6.32 mi
+282 ft
-289 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bruay-la-Buissière (Pas-de-Calais)
This walk, starting from Bruay-Labuissiere, will take you through the Bois des Dames and up the slag heap. You’ll follow the River Lawe, all along very good wooded paths with a few gentle climbs.
La Meurchinoise
8.83 mi
+59 ft
-59 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Meurchin (Pas-de-Calais)
This easy hike from Meurchin takes you through towns, marshes and plains. It can be done in all seasons so you can see the biodiversity throughout the year, all on good paths.
Wijtschate centre via Hollebeke and the Palingbeek estate
9.44 mi
+210 ft
-213 ft
4h 30
Easy
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park in front of the church in Wijtschate. Pass through the countryside of Houthem and Hollebeke, along the Kortrijk-Poperinge railway line and along the southern flank of the Palingbeek estate.
Wijtschate and St Médard Church via the Spanbroekmolen Krater
6.24 mi
+233 ft
-220 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival near the Church of Saint-Médard in Wijtschate via the Spanbroekmolen Krater.
This is part of the Crater and Mine route, which passes through key battle sites from the 1914-1918 war, including the historic site of the British military cemetery and its crater: Spanbroekmolen.
The route also passes close to the British military cemeteries of Lone Tree, Irish House and Wijtschaete Cemetery.
Wijtschate church via the Wulvergem countryside and the Kampagnebos woods
6.23 mi
+338 ft
-338 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Heuvelland (Flandre-Occidentale)
Departure and arrival at the car park near the Church of Saint Médard in Wijtschate via the Wulvergem countryside and the Kampagnebos woods
This hike partly follows the route called Craters and Mines