Pouilly-sur-Meuse walks

A walk starting from Mouzon, offering lovely views of the Meuse and Chiers valleys and the neighbouring villages throughout the route.

This hilly mountain bike trail takes you into the heart of an authentic region combining forests, countryside and vast fields. Starting from Nouart, the birthplace of General Chanzy, the route passes through several villages and hamlets: Tailly, Barricourt, Les Petites Censes, Les Forgettes, Les Tuileries, Rémonville... where remarkable stone buildings, witnesses to the local heritage, can be seen. A varied and fast-paced trail, ideal for mountain bikers in search of nature, hills and historical discoveries.

This hilly mountain bike trail takes you to the heart of an authentic region combining forests, countryside and vast fields. Starting from Nouart, the birthplace of General Chanzy, the route passes through several villages and hamlets: Tailly, Barricourt, Les Petites Censes, Les Forgettes, Les Tuileries... where remarkable stone buildings, witnesses to the local heritage, can be seen. A varied and rhythmic trail, ideal for mountain bikers in search of nature, hills and historical discoveries.

A short, easy route ideal for families. At the bottom of the valley, you’ll find a bit of local history and lovely views across the plateau.

From Lac de Douzy, after passing through the Forges de Brévilly industrial site – which was very active in the 19th century – we reach the nearby Belgian border (10 km) via a small road that turns into a track suitable for vehicles. From there, simply follow numbers 30, then 11, then 13 on the cycle network’s ‘points-nœuds’ system to reach the village of Chassepierre and the campsite on the banks of the Semois. Halfway along the route, after Muno, a short walk takes you to a remarkable geological feature.

This mountain bike route, which presents no technical difficulties, features two sections of greenway, traditional farm and forest tracks, and even a section of the Roman road that linked Reims to Trier.

This walk is a journey back in time. Starting from areas of livestock farming and crop cultivation, you’ll come across monuments and information boards along the route that recount the resistance to the German invasion during the Battle of Stonne in May 1940. You’ll journey back to the 12th century with the Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu, the forest and the estates that belonged to it, and finish the route on the Roman road that led from Reims to Trier.

Before reaching Stonne, with its highest point known as ‘le pain de sucre’, its panoramic views and its orientation table, you’ll walk through the shade of the forest. The short ‘mountainous’ section around the village can be avoided. The return route takes you across a plateau amidst meadows and fields. The village of Stonne was the scene of fierce fighting in May 1940 following the German army’s breakthrough at Sedan.

The Buzancy Mountain Bike Odyssey is a challenging, demanding route designed for thrill seekers and those who enjoy a good challenge. It follows beautiful rural paths offering sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, between valleys and open horizons. Throughout the route, the ride is an invitation to discover the local heritage, with the chapel of Masmes, the outbuildings of Château Augeard, and beautiful typical villages such as Autruche, Fossé and Saint-Pierremont, identifiable by their numerous elegant yellow stone houses.

This path winds its way around very recent bodies of water created by sand and gravel extraction. Since 2004, the site has taken on a new role in protecting animal and plant species associated with wetlands. Birds, insects, amphibians and mammals find ideal living conditions here, as does the recently arrived beaver, a symbol of sand pits. It is ideal for families, with numerous interactive information boards bringing the trail to life.

The Col de la Marfée, the village of Chaumont and its superb inscriptions on the pediments of the houses, panoramic views of Cheuveuges, the Meuse valley and Sedan: this is what awaits you on this walk, which takes you effortlessly through meadows, fields and forest.

This countryside route starting from Autruche takes you across open fields to a remarkable viewpoint over the Tourbières de la Bar, a Natura 2000 classified natural site. Interpretive panels provide a better understanding of the ecological richness of these exceptional wetlands. An accessible and informative hike, ideal for lovers of nature and biodiversity, to discover a preserved natural heritage.

A short walk along the border that will allow you to discover or rediscover Orval Abbey.

Starting from Doulcon, you will discover the typical landscapes of the Meuse coast. A detour through the pretty village of Mont-devant-Sassey has some beautiful architectural surprises in store for you! You will then reach the village of Sassey-sur-Meuse via the coast before reaching Dun-sur-Meuse and then Doulcon via the towpath along the navigable Meuse. Passing through four municipalities: Dun-sur-Meuse, Doulcon, Mont-devant-Sassey and Sassey-sur-Meuse, you can start your walk from any of them. You can also split this walk to shorten it or avoid the forest during the hunting season.

Starting from Sivry-les-Buzancy, the trail winds through fields and villages, passing through Bayonville and Imécourt, offering beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The highlight of the route, Landreville Castle, reveals itself as you walk, adding a touch of heritage to this accessible and rejuvenating hike. Ideal for lovers of nature, tranquillity and local discoveries.

Walk between France and Belgium from Orval Abbey to the small village of Williers on the French side. Hike along forest trails, guided by the murmur of a stream. Encounter a herd of Highland cows and, more unusually, observe traces of Gallo-Roman remains.

A route with very few sections through woodland which, throughout the walk, offers hikers sweeping panoramic views over the Bar and Meuse valleys.

A few steps from the French border, La Roche à l'Appel is a geological curiosity located in one of the Gaume nature reserves, in the village of Muno. It appears as a chaotic pile of enormous blocks of Fépin puddingstone.

A walk around the lake in November, shrouded in mist, with a detour through the town centre and the renovated old quarters, then back along the canal, admiring the reflections of the bourgeois houses in its dark waters.

Set off to discover the historic sites that have shaped the Sedan region. Places steeped in history and emotion.

A lovely walk combining the idyllic charm of a pleasant country stroll with the educational aspect of a chapter in French history: the Battle of Sedan, which took place on1 September 1870 and led to the surrender of the French army the very next day and, consequently, the end of the Franco-Prussian War of 1870.

For most of the route, this third stage follows roads suitable for cycling, smooth paths and cycle lanes. The Semois meanders so much that it is impossible to ‘follow’ it along its entire length, but this route crosses it numerous times and heads all the way up to its source in Arlon!The ride takes you through the Gaume and the Arlon region, away from the main roads with heavy motor traffic.

Starting from Chassepierre, this route through the Gaume region allows time to visit remarkable cultural sites and another of the ‘most beautiful villages in Wallonia’. This involves a few detours, but fewer than those along the Semois, where the route cuts across several bends! The route description refers to the ‘nodes’ of the cycle network developed in Belgium. The route includes a loop through Arlon to the viewpoint at the top of Knippchen, which can be done in the evening or the following morning.

For a return trip to Metz in a single day, this route takes you to Longuyon station. Provided you set off early enough, you’ll be able to visit Orval Abbey, then the citadel of Montmédy, stop for lunch by the Étang de Charency-Vezin and reach Longuyon by mid-afternoon.

Rising to an altitude of 340 metres, the Marfée massif was particularly coveted during various conflicts. This wooded promontory, overlooking the Meuse valley, has witnessed many historic tragedies in the ‘Pays Sedanais’. From the viewpoint, where more than ten villages can be seen, it is easy to understand the strategic importance of this key location near the border. Nearly 30,000 German and French soldiers are buried in the two cemeteries at Noyers.

This route follows a variety of paths through a forest with a wide range of tree species. It is located almost entirely within the Sedan National Forest.

This forest walk features numerous small paths, with two main landmarks: the Givonne and the Ruisseau des Fraichis. 31/7/22: the footbridge over the Givonne at (6) has been fully restored

From Florenville to Meix-devant-Virton, our path will take us along a succession of forest tracks and paths and gravel roads. It also means leaving the gentle riverbank behind to venture deep into the steeply wooded massif on the southern slope of the Semois.

Starting from Azy, a hamlet in the municipality of Florenville, discover the Semois, the Dolmen d'Azy and the Point de Vue de Bohahan.

The Iges peninsula, formed by a circular bend in the Meuse downstream from Sedan, has always been a crossing point. A secondary Roman road, linking the two major routes from Reims to Cologne and from Reims to Trier, passed through Iges and crossed the Meuse via a paved ford. Following the surrender of 1870, 80,000 French soldiers were crammed onto the peninsula in appalling conditions before being transferred to Germany, hence the name ‘Camp de la Misère’ (Camp of Misery) given to the peninsula.

Let’s set off to discover the treasures and natural beauty of the Semois in its entirely wooded stretch between Sainte-Cécile and Herbeumont. As well as views of various meanders and the medieval castle of Herbeumont from the heights, the walk follows the river upstream for several kilometres before reaching the Himalayan-style footbridge, which was opened in early summer 2026. Although the route follows the left bank exclusively, crossing the Semois back and forth at height on the footbridge is an experience not to be missed (except for those prone to vertigo).

Discover one of the region’s must-do walks, starting from the charming village of Sainte-Cécile! Ideal for visitors and lovers of stunning panoramic views, this superb circular route starts at the beginning of Rue de la Belle Hôtesse. Right from the start, you’ll cross the famous Sainte-Cécile Himalayan footbridge. Suspended above the Semois, it offers a unique experience at a height of 30 metres. The trail then winds its way into the magnificent Gaume forest for a lively yet accessible circular route. You’ll climb up to the famous Rocher du Chat, a spectacular rocky viewpoint offering breathtaking views over the valley. After taking in the stunning scenery, the return journey is a leisurely stroll through the woods, before crossing the footbridge once more to return to the village. An unmissable, fun and photogenic walk for visitors!

During the Franco-Prussian War of 1870, the sacrifice of the Chasseurs d’Afrique of the Margueritte Division earned the admiration of William I, who remarked, “Ah! What brave men.” Follow in their footsteps and discover the countryside and battlefields of the Sedan region.

This 12.5 km circular route starting from Sainte-Cécile takes you to explore the new Himalayan-style footbridge overlooking the Semois, before heading into the magnificent forests of the Épioux estate. Three superb viewpoints line the route: the Castelain, the Vanne des Moines and the spectacular Rocher du Chat. The return journey follows a lovely moss-covered path before passing under the footbridge and then crossing it a second time. A very varied walk that alternates between forests, panoramic views, rocky outcrops and the river.

This route will introduce you to some iconic works by François Desportes, a painter little known to the general public who was born in Champigneulle. He was the animal and hunting scene painter for several kings. Enjoy exploring the village streets.

The village of Chiny is renowned for its storytelling festival. Located on the border between the Ardennes and Gaume regions, Chiny is ideal for walking. Come and discover its magnificent views, nestled among the meanders of the Semois. Revised route

A shaded route through the Chiny Forest, where you can explore the wild Vierre, a tributary of the Semois, after the dam of the same name.