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Mouscron walks
Le Bois Fichaux
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.17 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Mouscron (Hainaut)
This is a lovely nature walk close to the town of Mouscron. It is a countryside route on small tarmac roads with little traffic and on footpaths. You will discover the Château des Comtes, surrounded by moats, and the Martine Museum. You will stroll through the Bois Fichaux on the slopes of the Mouscron hill.
The Maison du Canal and the two Leers
6.30 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Estaimpuis (Hainaut)
This is a lovely countryside route, straddling the border between Leers in France and Leers-Nord in Belgium. The route starts at the "Maison du Canal", a former lock-keeper’s house on the banks of the Canal de l’Espierres, which links the Canal de Roubaix to the Scheldt.
Pecq – Tournai
Visorando Member
7.19 mi
+115 ft
-30 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Pecq (Hainaut)
The fifth stage is short and straightforward to describe. Starting from Pecq, it runs to Tournai, following the Scheldt. It is by no means monotonous, however, as the river lies on one side, whilst the scenery on the other side is ever-changing. And the centre of Tournai is well worth a visit.
The Ramegnies-Chin circular route
6.68 mi
+39 ft
-43 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Pecq (Hainaut)
This circular route takes you through the Scheldt plain between the two villages of Esquelmes and Ramegnies-Chin. It is a rural route along paths and small country roads. Take care when crossing the Tournai road. You will discover the pretty church of Esquelmes near the Scheldt, lined with trees, and the many calvaries and chapels. You will walk along paths lined with hedges and take small passages. At the edge of the Scheldt, you will see Mont Saint-Aubert on the other bank.
Warwamme Wood
2.43 mi
+20 ft
-16 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Nord)
A short woodland hike in the heart of Wasquehal, to discover the Bois de Warwamme and the Château de la Fontaine (castle).
From Willems to Parc du Héron
7.98 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Willems (Nord)
Loop passing Lac du Héron in Villeneuve-d'Ascq and Forest-sur-Marque. This walk goes along the Marque river for a while and follows part of the GR® 121B.
Circular Forest Loop: Marque-Baisieux-Willems
6.11 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Forest-sur-Marque (Nord)
Circular loop of 10 km that is quiet and picturesque, with easy access. Car park. A lovely walk with a dog. Very little road. An easy path through beautiful, peaceful countryside.
Lac du Héron and Forest-sur-Marque
9.15 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Forest-sur-Marque (Nord)
Part of the GR®121B, east of Lac du Héron, hiking in the Val de Marque.Car park and starting point at the square, Place de l'Église, in Forest sur Marque.
A loop in the Linselles countryside
8.10 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Linselles (Nord)
A beautiful route through the fields, great for getting some fresh air, but preferably in dry weather.
Along the Marque in Marcq-en-Barœul
2.30 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Marcq-en-Barœul (Nord)
This short walk takes you on a stroll along the Marque, starting from Saint-Vincent Church in Marcq-en-Barœul.
Héron Regional Nature Reserve in Villeneuve-d'Ascq
5.84 mi
+30 ft
-33 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Nord)
Hike in the Héron Regional Nature Reserve in Villeneuve-d'Ascq: 110 hectares of water and nature to discover. Lac du Héron is connected to other smaller lakes, Lac de Canteleu, Lac Saint-Jean and Lac des Espagnols.
Circular route from Mont-Saint-Haubert
14.15 mi
+902 ft
-902 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
The iconic hill of Tournaisis and its slopes offer panoramic views and trails or paths that you can walk, run or climb. Your steps will take you through countryside dotted with hamlets and farms towards the Scheldt and its Léaucourt cut (a former meander of the river). You will discover a discreet and modest countryside that is not lacking in charm.
Circular walk around Froyennes
3.88 mi
+135 ft
-148 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
A walk to discover Froyennes (church, Château Beauregard, Saint-Éloi fountain, watermill) and the surrounding area. Please note: muddy paths in wet weather!
The battle of Bouvines
12.43 mi
+75 ft
-102 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Sainghin-en-Mélantois (Nord)
A beautiful, varied and very natural route, especially the last 7 km.You can visit the church at Bouvines, with its stained-glass windows recounting the battle of the same name, the outcome of which contributed to the creation of France.
Tournai – Wiers
14.22 mi
+171 ft
-226 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Tournai (Hainaut)
Setting off to explore the Pierre Brunehaut, an imposing menhir in the Hollain area, requires a detour; but for enthusiasts of megalithic sites, it is a detour well worth taking. To reach it, the walk follows the old Tournai–Cambrai Roman road, then crosses a small section of French territory to reach Belgium at Wiers.