Vendresse walks

Enjoy the Vendresse State Forest, remarkable for its many species and rows of Douglas fir trees. Take in the view of the vast Bar valley and the Ardennes canal before descending towards Omicourt. Climb back up to return to the Bar valley. Walk along the Rouge Cogneux and discover its resurgent springs. Return to the "Domaniale".

As part of the art event "Ma dernière chemise" (My Last Shirt) created by Sam Peeters (a resident of Omont), you are invited to walk or cycle from the Omont wash house to the La Horgne wash house. The wash houses will host a temporary exhibition of works of art. These country lanes in the heart of the Crêtes Préardennaises will give you a beautiful glimpse of the region, its forests, its hedgerows and its villages. Please note: this online hike requires two vehicles if you do not want to walk back (18 km round trip).

This circular route invites you to discover the surroundings of the Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu along a pleasant forest path. Accessible to the whole family, the route winds its way through wooded areas and offers a peaceful immersion in a preserved natural environment. Throughout the hike, the rich heritage of the site is revealed, combining monastic history and remarkable landscapes.

Starting from the Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu, this family-friendly circular walk takes you along a pleasant forest path in the heart of the national forest. The route offers a peaceful immersion in a preserved natural environment and allows you to discover the monumental barn of La Corrérie and the Château de la Barbière, which bear witness to the site's rich heritage and history.

The Chartreuse du Mont-Dieu was built in a vast 24-hectare clearing in the middle of a huge 1,123-hectare forest, whose springs feed the numerous ponds. We invite you to explore this wooded, hilly region, as well as the park and the rear of the charterhouse.

A family-friendly route with no elevation gain, between a leisure centre and a Natura 2000 classified biodiversity reserve. A classic that never gets old!

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.

Surprisingly peaceful gravel pits less than two kilometres from a town with over 50,000 inhabitants. Discover a19th- century fort hidden in the woods.

A short hike that starts in the woods of La Francheville, continues to Saint-Marceau and ends along the banks of the Vence river, passing some industrial wasteland and the remains of water mills.

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.

Rainwater, seepage, river flooding, trees and vegetation have transformed the former gravel pits into a very pleasant walk, in a maze of paths running alongside ponds, each more beautiful than the last, bordering the Meuse with very pretty landscapes as a backdrop and the peaceful murmur of human activity all around.

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.

Hiking between the river and the forest. Observe the beaver lodges on the two islands of Montcy, on the Meuse, and their tracks along the river. Opportunity to visit the linen museum. In the past, many houses had a wash house and the inhabitants washed the laundry of the bourgeoisie of Charleville. Montcy-Notre-Dame was nicknamed Montcy-les-Linges.

Route through woods and valleys. Panoramic views over the Gernelle and Issancourt-et-Rumel valleys and, at the end of the hike, over La Grandville.

Circular around a bend in the Meuse downstream from Charleville. The start is not far from Place Ducale. Parking is available at the campsite near the footbridge or near Avenue Gustave Gailly. There are some hills and a few high-speed roads to cross.

Forest route between Boult-aux-Bois and La Croix-aux-Bois.Set in a magnificent forest, this route largely follows the Sentier des Templiers (PR®14 of the Argonne Ardennaise Community of Communes). This trail is dotted with large, unusual sandstone blocks. These magnificent blocks mark the perimeter ditch that delimited the forest of the Commandery established in Boult-aux-Bois inthe 12th century.Along the way, you will pass the Fontaine aux Grès, the Blanche Borne, the Borne de Justice, the Gros Grès and the Malassises. All these places are evocative of Boux's past.

The Sentier de la Linette is a pleasant walk suitable for the whole family, ideal for exploring the forest at a leisurely pace. Mostly shaded, it winds through the heart of the woods to the Étang de la Linette, a peaceful natural haven nestled in a preserved environment. All along the route, information boards invite young and old alike to learn more about the wildlife, flora and majestic trees that make up this beautiful forest. A fun and rejuvenating route, perfect for learning whilst you walk.

The Noue trail is a family-friendly forest walk that charms visitors with its rolling landscapes and peaceful atmosphere. The route starts in the charming village of Toges, before heading into the woods and offering beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. It then leads to the hamlet of La Noue Adam, a timeless place where the calm and authenticity give the impression that time has stood still. An ideal walk to recharge your batteries and share a moment of discovery in all simplicity.

forest hike that will take you along the course of the streams, either close by or at a distance. Please note: 24 January 2026 The passage between 4 and 5 is not possible due to felled trees left on the ground. See Practical Information

Short hike in the forest near Charleville.

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 forest route follows a variety of paths, including many sections of the Pays Sedanais mountain bike routes and various forest trails in Villers Cernay, Francheval and Pouru-aux-Bois.The elevation changes are not excessive and the numerous streams that line the route add a special charm to this route. This is a difficult route requiring some portage.

A loop between Corbion and Bouillon, on both banks of the Semois. A castle, an abbey, viewpoints and the crossing of the Semois on the magnificent Passerelle de l'Épine footbridge.

This short, mainly forest walk will take you close to the Semois river and offer beautiful views of its winding valley.