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Le Quesnoy walks
Potelle trail
This wooded trail is easy to follow. It runs alongside rural hedgerows and streets with characteristic housing.
Route of wildflowers in Salesches
The route takes you along "caches", hedgerow paths connecting the villages and surrounding pastures,
farm tracks and quiet roads.
Trail through Saint-Georges, Mormal, and Englefontaine
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.
Around Capelle
From Capelle, the route follows paths lined with hedges and meadows, where every turn offers a new view of the countryside. The atmosphere is peaceful, almost timeless, carried by the scent of the fields and the gentle song of birds.
As you pass through Escarmain, you will discover a village with authentic charm, before reaching Bermerain, whose red brick houses stand out beautifully against the rural horizon. With its encounters with nature, local heritage and soothing tranquillity, this walk is an invitation to savour the peaceful rhythm of the Cambrésis countryside.
Autour de Neuville-en-Avesnois
Starting from Neuville-en-Avesnois, this bucolic route takes you through meadows and hedgerows, revealing the rural soul of the Avesnois region. In Salesches, the communal pond and its peaceful banks invite you to stop and contemplate. As you reach Poix-du-Nord, half-timbered farms and restored wash houses dot the route with touches of authenticity. At every turn, birdsong and the murmur of streams compose a changing rural tableau.
The trail continues to Vendegies-aux-Bois, where the deciduous forest forms secret paths and wild clearings. It is here, among ferns and hundred-year-old tree trunks, that this walk ends, rich in bucolic memories.
Around Vendegies-sur-Écaillon
From Vendegies-sur-Écaillon, this route takes you on a journey of discovery through a countryside where water and stone echo each other. The paths open up to soothing views, bordered by golden fields and the shady banks of the Écaillon.
Bermerain reveals its warm red brick façades, Saint-Martin-sur-Écaillon charms with its tranquillity and peaceful lanes, and Sommaing-sur-Écaillon offers a bucolic panorama where time seems to stand still.
A walk that combines gentleness, authenticity and rural charm, perfect for letting yourself be carried away by the tranquil rhythm of the Haut-Cambrésis.
Around Beaurain
From Beaurain, this route immediately reveals a lush countryside where light plays on the fields and hedgerow-lined paths. You first reach Ovillers, a discreet hamlet with simple charm, nestled between meadows and farmland.
Continuing on, Romeries appears with its peaceful atmosphere, brick facades and small details that tell the story of rural life. The road then continues to Vertigneul, a peaceful, green village where the air is filled with the scents of the earth and the seasons.
This is a walk that combines authenticity, open landscapes and a gentle way of life, ideal for recharging your batteries and savouring the richness of the Cambrésis region.
Sentier des Nerviens in Locquignol
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.
Around Haussy
From Haussy, this route takes you along paths where rural charm and authenticity blend together. Very quickly, the silhouette of Vertain comes into view, offering its peaceful lanes and welcoming atmosphere. The paths continue through fields and hedgerows to Solesmes, a lively town with a rich heritage, where history and local life meet.
As you set off again, the countryside opens up once more, revealing wide horizons as far as Saint-Python, a small village with a strong character, nestled between greenery and farmland. With its architectural discoveries, open landscapes and warm atmosphere, this walk offers a complete immersion in the soul of the Cambrésis region.
Countryside and woods around Roisin and along the Grande Honnelle
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".
A picturesque loop between the French Avesnois and the Belgian highlands
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.
Discovering blue stone in the Bavaisis region
A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.
Stone, the blue gold of the marble valley from Gussignies
This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.
The quarries of Bavaisis
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.
Around Forest-en-Cambrésis
Between dense forests and rolling countryside, this route takes off in Forest-en-Cambrésis. You will find yourself on authentic sunken paths lined with hundred-year-old beech trees and green embankments, which will take you in turn to Amerval, Ovillers and Beaurain.
In each village, the discreet charm of the stone houses and the murmur of the streams invite you to contemplate. Further on, Vendegies-au-Bois, Bousies and Croix-Caluyau reveal rural panoramas where nature unfolds in all its splendour. This is a getaway where rhythm and serenity combine to offer a timeless interlude.
Around Monchaux-sur-Écaillon
Starting from Monceaux-sur-Écaillon, set off on a rural route that gently climbs through meadows and hedgerows.
The first steps lead to Quérénaing, where the charm of red bricks blends with the tranquillity of the allotment gardens. Then, heading towards Maing, the Arenberg Canal and its green banks invite you to stop and contemplate.
The final stage towards Thaint reveals bucolic views of the Écaillon valley, between rapeseed fields and secret groves. Bring a water bottle to make the most of this Valenciennes getaway.
From Landrecies to Maroilles via La Boufflette
Cycle along the small country roads and discover the Avesnois bocage and the famous village of Maroilles.
From Landrecies to Maroilles via Cerfmont by bike
Through the Avesnois countryside along quiet country lanes.
On the little paths of Landrecies, Maroilles and Le Favril
Cycle along small country roads to discover the bocage landscape.
On the small country roads of Landrecies, Fontaine-au-Bois, Bousies
Cycle ride along the small country lanes north-west of Landrecies.
Around Briastre
From Briastre, the paths invite you to leave the hustle and bustle behind and immerse yourself in a gentle, rural landscape. The first stop, Solesmes, reveals its lively character and rich past, with its bustling streets and bell towers watching over the town.
As you continue your walk, the paths become quieter, winding between golden fields and groves until you reach Neuvilly, a peaceful village where time seems to stand still.
This route combines authentic villages and serene landscapes, offering an ideal break to recharge your batteries while savouring the local history.
Through the country lanes of Ors, Fontaine-au-Bois, Landrecies,
Cycle along quiet country lanes and through the forests of Bois l'Evêque and Mormal.
The Ors to Le Cateau-Cambrésis bocage cycle route
Route through the bocage and along the Sambre Canal.
From Maroilles to Nouvion-en-Thiérache
This is the first stage of a cycle route that takes you through the rolling countryside of Avesnois and Thiérache, between Maroilles and Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache. Along the way, take the time to sample some delicious Maroilles cheese!
Along the Helpe Majeure by bike
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.
Entre forêt de Mormal et Sambre
Ce circuit vous permet de pénétrer en forêt de Mormal et de longer le Canal de la Sambre.
Along the Helpe Mineure
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.During this ride, you will see the two magnificent mills of Grand-Fayt and Maroilles.
Maroilles buttercup route
Accessible all year round, this route crosses the Maroilles bocage along small country roads.
Many elements of the Thiérache heritage can be seen along the route (old farmhouses, water mills, chapels, bocage).
Mills and kiosks in Thiérache
The route takes you on a tour of three kiosks and three water mills.It winds through the Avesnois countryside, with its hedgerows, pastures and orchards that are so characteristic of the Thiérache landscape. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to families.
The Route des Muses from Hon-Hergies
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.
In the footsteps of the bandit Moneuse from Hon-Hergies
Set off to discover the architectural heritage of the Bavaisis municipalities. This route mainly follows the cycle node network.
Around Montay
From Montay, this route takes you along peaceful paths where you can enjoy the fresh air and open horizons. Very quickly, the road leads to Pommereuil, a charming village nestled in the heart of the countryside, where time seems to pass more slowly.
Continuing on to Le Cateau-Cambrésis, the route takes on a cultural and historical dimension: lively streets, elegant façades and artistic heritage offer a vivid contrast to the tranquillity of the surrounding countryside.
This is a ride that subtly combines nature and discovery, ideal for getting away from it all while sampling the diversity of the Cambrésis region.