Santes walks

A walk along the Tortue and Rigole du Nord canals, returning via the Deûle.

If you're a birdwatcher at heart, you'll appreciate the observatories in this nature reserve. You can also picnic on the benches under the trees or enjoy a meal in Mosaïc Park (booking required). This route is particularly green and shaded, making it the perfect place to spend a wonderful day with family or friends.

Starting from the Parc Mozaïc car park, a 15 km walk along the farm tracks of the Marais de la Deule, between Emmerin, Noyelles-lès-Seclin and Ancoisne.

Trail in the Weppes around Beaucamps-Ligny. The countryside near Lille Métropole.

The Bois de la Lodge route in Santes is a walk comprising a short 1.3 km circular route and a longer 2.8 km circular route.Well-maintained paths, not very muddy even in wet weather.Dogs are allowed if kept on a lead.

Do you prefer to use public transport, or do you not have your own transport to get to the start of the walk? This walk from station to station will allow you to enjoy some of the most beautiful natural areas of the Parc de la Deûle.Starting from Wavrin station, you can explore the lodge site, walk alongside the Deûle Canal at various distances, and finish with a visit to La Louvière Park before reaching Don-Sainghin station.

Just a stone's throw from Lille, an easy stroll through unspoilt countryside, passing through the Emmerin wellfields. The end is a little urban before entering the leisure and nature park.

Departure from Carrefour de la Vallée in Ennetières-en-Weppes. For a hike on roads and small paved country lanes. Can be completed in two hours if you walk at a brisk pace.

This hike is passable even when the paths are muddy, as they are very grassy. We spend a very pleasant time between the plain, the canal and the woods...

The small roads and villages of Les Weppes are a pleasure to explore, in a region where there are few of the kind of leafy, winding country lanes that we love.

This walk brings you into close contact with the canal's barges and birds. As the towpath is almost completely tarmac, this walk is particularly enjoyable in winter, when the paths are too muddy and impassable.

Starting from Herrin church, this pleasant walk uses sections of the Route de Naviettes and Route des Marlettes: links are available in the "Practical information" section below.

This short walk will take you through Don, a charming little town nestled between the old and new Deûle canals, which we’ll follow at times. It’s also an opportunity for a picturesque stroll through La Louvière Park.

Hiking on the Haute-Deûle canal between Don and Ile aux Saules, between Bauvin and Billy-Berclau.In addition to the canal, you'll have the chance to discover beautiful natural areas such as Parc de La Louvière, Espace Chico Mendès and Île aux Saules.

Prémesques, the starting village, is at the edge of the suburbs, close to Lomme and Pérenchies.This humble asphalt route could nonetheless satisfy joggers and provide plenty of fresh air for walkers. What else could you ask for?If you set off at daybreak, you might see a few partridges fly in, encounter a few rabbits and maybe even some hares.

It’s a lovely little route through an urban park, which may seem ordinary but has its own charm. Just behind Kinépolis and almost car-free. Lomme Park is densely wooded, with a lake and some gentle hills. Personally, I really like this spot and often walk there, either forwards or backwards, for the peace and quiet. Allow between 45 minutes and an hour without breaks, walking at a leisurely pace.

A lovely walk along the banks of this artificial canal, created by man but returned to nature, where anglers and walkers meet daily, followed by a detour into the town of Seclin.

If you have time, you can visit the museum dedicated to the Battle of Fromelles, which took place in July 1916. Next, you will skirt the village of Aubers, but you will see some of its ponds, which make this village a tourist destination for fishing and camping. You will also encounter the very respectable Tilleul du Joncquoy, which was planted there in 1490.

This route, based on the 2023 Urban Trail, will take you on a tour of Lille’s iconic landmarks. Some of them are open to the public.

Setting off from Place du Général de Gaulle to explore the Citadel Park, passing by some of Old Lille’s must-see sights

A pleasant circular route starting from Pérenchies, along small country roads and a few dirt tracks (muddy in winter). Along the way, you can enjoy blackberries (in season), you’ll come across horses (at the riding centres), and perhaps a heron, storks and flamingos. This route offers the chance to discover 8 geocaches for enthusiasts.

This route starts from Lille’s main square and explores numerous cobbled sections. You’ll also ride the Paris-Roubaix route in reverse, covering 7 cobbled sections including the famous Carrefour de l’Arbre. A gravel bike is recommended for this route.

A short route along very quiet country lanes, leading to the Bois de Tournebride (open to the public since May 2026).Situated in the heart of the Lille metropolitan area, the brand-new Verlinghem Wood covers a magnificent, unspoilt area of 34 hectares. To effectively protect the local flora and fauna, half of its area is entirely designated as a nature reserve and off-limits to the public. Walkers can, however, explore the remaining 17 hectares thanks to the restoration of the historic tree-lined paths and the creation of a circular educational trail. Wooden footbridges and jetties have also been installed to allow easy access across the wetlands, offering superb vantage points from which to observe the site’s biodiversity.

Circular hike organised for pupils from Étienne Dolet Secondary School and pupils from schools in Provin and Bauvin as part of the “Parcours du cœur” event. A circular hike passing through three villages—Provin, Annœullin and Bauvin—and following paths and roads. This route is particularly suitable for school groups.

15 Km circuit in and around the Phalempin Forest. Start from the carpark opposite the Phalempin church.

A few kilometres from Lille lies a green oasis: the Phalempin Forest. Although modest in size (670 hectares), this forest is a rejuvenating place for hiking. Despite its small size, the forest boasts great biodiversity and legends. Once upon a time, in the village of La Neuville, on the edge of the Phalempin Woods, there was an inn called Leu Pindu with an unusual sign. It's up to you to discover the rest!

The walk follows the Canal de la Deûle, on the towpaths on both banks: La Madeleine to the east and Saint-André to the west. A mixed urban and nature trail between two bridges. Several information boards on the La Madeleine side. The trail is also quite popular with cyclists and runners on the La Madeleine side.

The Boucle des Riez is located in the commune of Bauvin in northern Hauts-de-France, on the edge of the Pas-de-Calais. This pleasant route takes you along the Deûle Canal, through the two Riez Marshes and to the Île aux Saules. Numerous picnic tables await walkers by the lakes.

A ride with a few climbs in the Belgian Flanders, all whilst staying in the countryside. You can stop off at Nieuwkerke or Dranouter if you feel like it.

A short cycle ride in Belgium around Mont Kemmel, without having to sweat on its slopes, via a route that uses only tarmac roads and a few quiet paths. In short, nothing but enjoyment and a few scenic views.

A cycle route combining countryside and main roads, near Mont Noir for want of any other option. Patience and pedalling will see you through the climbs, which are, nevertheless, gradual, with no steep gradients.

A short, very peaceful cycle ride around Ploegsteert, avoiding the steep climbs of Nieuwkerke. The route takes place in Belgium, above Armentières, passing through Le Bizet.

A cycle ride through the countryside, starting from Houplines, passing through Frelinghem and the Deulemont lock, circling Quesnoy-sur-Deule and continuing to Wambrechies, before returning via Lompret.

A short cycle ride in Belgium, starting gently on flat roads. It is only around Nieuwkerke that you will work up a bit of a sweat. The rest of the route is really easy going.

A short loop between Armentières and Lille that passes through Les Weppes whilst avoiding major roads as much as possible. On tarmac roads, you’ll discover the countryside and also the AustralianFirst World War memorial.

The ATM1 students at the Lycée Île de Flandre have put together this short walk, suitable for everyone. It will take you to a little green oasis just a stone’s throw from Armentières town centre. You’ll soon find yourself surrounded by nature as you first walk alongside the pond at the Léo Lagrange complex, then stroll along the banks of the Lys.

Cette randonnée à partir de la base nautique et de loisirs vous fera passer par le Parc Alexis et les marais à la découverte de la biodiversité sur la commune de Wingles. De nombreux oiseaux sont à découvrir. La trace gpx peut s'avérer utile au vu des nombreux chemins présents.

This hike, starting from the Leisure Centre on Rue du Clair, will take you past the surrounding ponds and woods with their rich biodiversity and a few climbs, not to mention the Flot de Wingles.

A very beautiful walk set amidst lush greenery and water.

At the start of this route, you can visit the magnificent park and garden of the Countess de Robersart, who lived at the château of the same name in the 19th century. This perfectly circular garden contains many listed medicinal and perennial plants.You'll also appreciate this remarkable marina on the Canal de la Deûle.The rest of the route is a leisurely stroll on asphalt through the Wambrechies countryside.

An easy 10 Km round trip along both banks of the Deûle canal. __⚠️ Work reported on the outward bank between points 1 and 4 on February 13, 2022. Plan to make the return trip on the other bank while waiting for the work to be completed.__