Monceau-Saint-Waast walks

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.

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.

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!

This route in the Baladavesnois collection allows you to discover numerous oratories. Each one is unique. Built in blue stone, witnesses to times gone by, they come in different shapes.This ride will take you into the heart of the rolling countryside of the Avesnois, with pollarded trees typical of the landscape of the Avesnois Regional Nature Park.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Ce circuit vous permet de pénétrer en forêt de Mormal et de longer le Canal de la Sambre.

Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.

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.

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.

This route allows you to discover the kiosks, typical elements of the built heritage of the Avesnois region.

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.

A wooded, undulating walk offering beautiful views over the Avesnois countryside and the meandering Helpe area.

Discover areas of biodiversity in an urban setting in Maubeuge. There are two possible starting points: the Sambre mall or 60 rue Couturelle.

Cycle ride along the small country lanes north-west of Landrecies.

Cycle along the small country roads and discover the Avesnois bocage and the famous village of Maroilles.

Cycle along small country roads to discover the bocage landscape.

Through the Avesnois countryside along quiet country lanes.

Cycle route connecting EuroVelo 3 to the Ravel in Belgium

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)

Cycling route through the Bois l'Abbé forest

A route that allows you to discover the natural and architectural heritage. From the former priory of Moustier-en-Fagne to Trélon Castle, via the Monts de Baives and Wallers-en-Fagne Nature Reserve.

A walk through the Avesnois bocage with its farms and cows.

A beautiful bike ride that takes you to the famous leaning bell tower of Solre-le-Château via Liessies, where you can explore the Parc Départemental de l'Abbaye.

Explore the small paths of the villages of Sains-du-Nord, Rainsars, Féron and Étrœungt by bike.

A circular cycle route to explore the national forest, the Ferme de la Motte farm and Liessies Castle.

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.

A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.

From La Groise, this route follows a common thread, weaving together the discreet energy of the villages and the serenity of the countryside. You leave the lively little streets behind and open up to vast horizons, where the green meadows and shimmering crops invite you to breathe more deeply. As you approach Catillon-sur-Sambre, the atmosphere is adorned with reflections of water and rural gentleness, with its peaceful banks and unspoilt authenticity. This walk combines the best of both worlds: the friendliness of the villages and the tranquillity of the surrounding nature.

Discover the profession of organic farming through the Baladavesnois app. This cycle route through the Avesnois countryside can also be completed on foot. We offer four stops along the way to provide explanations about biodiversity, water, cattle farming and the production of Maroilles cheese. A few information panels along the route will also complement the explanations provided by the digital tour.