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Saint-Waast walks
The Pissotiau Route in Saint Waast
AONB
4.84 mi
+167 ft
-167 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Waast (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
The Quarrymen’s Trail in Bettrechies
4.31 mi
+210 ft
-207 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Bettrechies (Nord)
This route in the heart of the Hogneau Valley complements the ‘Marble Valley Route’. Accessible all year round.
In search of the boundary markers of La Flamengrie
4.00 mi
+49 ft
-49 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from La Flamengrie (Nord) (Nord)
A short walk to discover around twenty beautiful boundary markers specific to La Flamengrie and Roisin. Sixty-five markers were erected around La Flamengrie in 1781, following a boundary change.
Route des bornes frontières in La Flamengrie
5.17 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from La Flamengrie (Nord) (Nord)
A family-friendly route exploring La Flamengrie, a commune enclaved within Belgian territory.
Best time of year: April to September.
Stone, the blue gold of the marble valley from Gussignies
3.19 mi
+213 ft
-207 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This trail is particularly suitable for families, offering an insight into stone quarrying and industry.
Marble Valley Route starting from Gussignies
5.82 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This route runs through the Hogneau valley along small roads or paths on the outskirts of the villages of
Bellignies and Gussignies.
The quarries of Bavaisis
20.77 mi
+741 ft
-748 ft
3 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
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.
A picturesque loop between the French Avesnois and the Belgian highlands
Visorando Member
11.95 mi
+633 ft
-604 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
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.
A walk around and through Gussignies
3.52 mi
+292 ft
-289 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Gussignies (Nord)
This walk takes you round Gussignies, heading towards Belgium, whilst offering a beautiful view of the village, charming rustic cobbled streets and a path along the water’s edge.
Discovering blue stone in the Bavaisis region
14.88 mi
+551 ft
-564 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
A walk to discover the many uses of blue stone from the past to the present day.
The Springs Trail starting from Bavay
3.22 mi
+141 ft
-135 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Bavay (Nord)
(!) TRAIL CLOSED 5 September 2026
A family-friendly route suitable for all year round.It combines a cultural and historical exploration of the Bavay site with a route running alongside springs and watercourses, offering a distinctly natural experience.
The Druids’ Trail in Mecquignies
4.58 mi
+135 ft
-164 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Mecquignies (Nord)
To the north of the Mormal Forest, this family-friendly route takes you on a journey of discovery through the Avesnois bocage.
The proximity of the Gallo-Roman settlement of Bavay, the abundance of mistletoe in the hedgerow landscape and the imposing Mormal forest have inspired the route’s name.
The Unicorn Trail in Gommegnies
5.99 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Gommegnies (Nord)
This peaceful walk through the Avesnes countryside offers lovely views of the wooded
and rolling countryside. Rural and agricultural life unfolds as you pass through the typical hamlets. It is a lovely, peaceful outing, and depending on the season, it is adorned with the colours of autumn or spring wildflowers.
Walk in the Mormal region in Preux-au-Sart
4.15 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Preux-au-Sart (Nord)
A pleasant family route along the bocage, the Bois de la Ferrière and the hedgerows. Despite being on tarmac, the small roads offer the pleasure of a country walk.
Between hedgerows and woodland in Obies
2.32 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Obies (Nord)
On the agenda: an investigation into the identity of Gustave, the mysterious visitor. As you follow the route, full of questions and games, explore Obies and uncover the identity of a very strange visitor who, one day, turned up in the village....
Countryside and woods around Roisin and along the Grande Honnelle
7.28 mi
+266 ft
-253 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Honnelles (Hainaut)
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".