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From Verchocq to the Vallon de Beaussart
Visorando Member
11.65 mi
+633 ft
-636 ft
5h 55
Moderate
Departure from Verchocq (Pas-de-Calais)
Exploring the Vallon de Beaussart and passing close to the Bois de Renty, always in the hope of spotting some wildlife: on 16 October, there were only a few pheasants, but they practically let you stroke them. A real treat for hunters!
There are practically no roads on this route.
From Turkey to Fond Breton (in less than 10 km!)
5.80 mi
+358 ft
-354 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Renty (Pas-de-Calais)
A short but fairly strenuous route with a steep hill and some very grassy paths.
On 12/08/2025: the start of the trail is once again very overgrown (brambles and nettles). It's passable but it's best to wear trousers or good gaiters and, of course, bring a walking stick or even a pair of secateurs.
An uphill battle
15.98 mi
+1,371 ft
-1,365 ft
8h 35
Difficult
Departure from Fauquembergues (Pas-de-Calais)
It's a route that will delight altitude enthusiasts (Carto exploreur and the Visorando app suggest it's as high as 500m). What's more, the views are stunning.
Route slightly modified in November 2019.
All trails are very good as of May 14, 2020 (even if some are very grassy).
Les coteaux de la Créquoise
10.53 mi
+709 ft
-719 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Créquy (Pas-de-Calais)
Another option, slightly shorter but still quite challenging, offers views of the Créquoise valley.
The route through the Bois de Créquy is the same as on the other walk: ‘The Bois de Créquy’, but the return journey takes you down the other side, offering a lovely view of the valley.
The Créquy Woods
13.09 mi
+745 ft
-732 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Créquy (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with virtually no roads, making use of three short-distance hiking trails: the Maury, the Têtards and the Fréniaux.It’s best to go during a dry spell, as the paths can be quite poor in wet weather.Three-quarters of the walk takes place on the edge of or within the woods.
On the plateau between the Lys and the Aa
15.76 mi
+912 ft
-922 ft
8h 00
Difficult
Departure from Dennebrœucq (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with a significant elevation gain on paths that are generally in very good condition.
5 woods and some steep slopes
9.42 mi
+1,004 ft
-1,017 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Michel-sous-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
A very hilly route over the Artois heights.
A great sporting outing with beautiful scenery.
From Bras de Bronne to L’Embrienne
15.06 mi
+1,555 ft
-1,532 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Saint-Michel-sous-Bois (Pas-de-Calais)
Same starting point as for the “5-bois-et-quelques-raidillons” hike, but this route is a bit longer, with a decent climb, and avoids walking along the D129.
I think the app is essential, especially as the GR® markings are very faint (you might even wonder if this legendary GR® still exists?).
From Reclinghem to Mont d'Erny
11.08 mi
+814 ft
-797 ft
5h 50
Difficult
Departure from Reclinghem (Pas-de-Calais)
Three lovely climbs and a long stroll across the plateau make for a walk surrounded by nature. A very hilly first section, followed by a long stretch along the heights before descending to Reclinghem with magnificent views. The icing on the cake is an optional circular loop I suggest, which brings the total elevation gain to over 300 m.
From Wismes to the Bois d'Esquerdes via the Montagne d'Elnes
15.89 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,030 ft
8h 15
Difficult
Departure from Wismes (Pas-de-Calais)
A long route with very little tarmac and a superb climb.
There are also a few long straight stretches through the fields that will delight many!
Late July 2020:
- the section between points 6 and 7 is in excellent condition.
- at point 13, after the copse, you cross a maize field for about fifty metres (the path is clearly marked) before finding the track.
Hills and valleys in Coyecques
9.64 mi
+991 ft
-991 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Coyecques (Pas-de-Calais)
From the Lys Valley to Noir Mont and discovery of the hidden valley of Maisnil.
The route is almost entirely off-road, either on good grassy paths or vaguely paved paths.
Do not look for markings, as there are none.
Walk through the Artois Heights
9.93 mi
+886 ft
-863 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Nielles-lès-Bléquin (Pas-de-Calais)
A winding route offering superb views of the Artois heights and the Bléquin valley.
The Wismes Loop
13.08 mi
+909 ft
-902 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Nielles-lès-Bléquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Nothing spectacular, but a good day out in the fresh air. It’s best to go during dry spells, as some paths can become quite (or even very) difficult.
You could also consider starting from Wismes (car park by the church), which allows you to leave your picnic in the car and thus take some of the strain off your back.
From La Planquette to Bois de Fressin
13.20 mi
+958 ft
-942 ft
6h 55
Difficult
Departure from Fressin (Pas-de-Calais)
A succession of small roads and paths for a day in the great outdoors.The icing on the cake: a good elevation gain with a superb climb in the Bois de Fressin.
For very experienced hikers, I highly recommend the alternative route described in the practical information section.
The Chevrette Trail in Fressin
6.31 mi
+443 ft
-430 ft
3h 15
Moderate
Departure from Fressin (Pas-de-Calais)
A short walk around Fressin with a few climbs through lovely scenery. Head up through the Fressin woods, cross the Planquette, and walk across the plateau where you can take some lovely photos of Fressin Castle, which you’ll get a closer look at on the way back.
Well-marked yellow trail. Some might say there’s no point in describing marked trails, but for me it’s important to share them with the community.
Henry V Trail in Azincourt
7.48 mi
+167 ft
-177 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Azincourt (Pas-de-Calais)
A beautiful hike along the Henry V trail around the plain where the Battle of Agincourt took place in 1415.
The Desvres Hill
6.15 mi
+322 ft
-338 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Vieil-Moutier (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely walk alternating between footpaths and small country lanes in the Haut Pays d’Artois, offering rural scenery in an area dominated by livestock farming and pastures. The area has a rugged terrain and high altitudes.
Bois, vallée et coteau de Wavrans-sur-l'Aa
12.32 mi
+761 ft
-745 ft
6h 20
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another route around the Coteau d’Elnes with very little tarmac. Crossing the Bois d’Esquerdes is even more enjoyable, and the long walk along the riverbank is most pleasant. Finally, the section through the hillside, especially in fine weather, is a real delight (even if it is a bit of a struggle!)
From the Aa to the Bois d'Esquerdes
13.22 mi
+699 ft
-709 ft
6h 40
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another long route in this magnificent region.The double crossing of the Bois d’Esquerdes is very pleasant, even if wildlife seems scarce there.Discover the Cartoucherie site.
The Pihem Ravine and the Fields of Avroult
16.91 mi
+961 ft
-942 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
Another long route to explore the Ravin de Pihem (the upper section of which is (temporarily?) impassable). You’ll also take a superb path at a place called “Les Champs d’Avroult” before popping over to have a look at the old quarries at Cléty.
An easy hike that can be split into two sections.
Back to the Elnes hillside
14.03 mi
+1,309 ft
-1,283 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Remilly-Wirquin (Pas-de-Calais)
This place is so beautiful that it deserves a second route.Another good climb with 2 nice climbs and a maximum of paths and trails.
Difficult in dry weather and very difficult in wet weather.
The Belrem in Beaurainville
Association / Club / Walk leader6.50 mi
+246 ft
-246 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Beaurainville (Pas-de-Calais)
A lovely walk along the banks of the Canche, through marshes and with a view over Beaurainville
The Ternoise hills, from Blangy-sur-Ternoise to Rollancourt
7.64 mi
+548 ft
-551 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Blangy-sur-Ternoise (Pas-de-Calais)
A circular loop on the good paths surrounding Blangy-sur-Ternoise.
The Wavrans Valley
7.35 mi
+574 ft
-545 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Esquerdes (Pas-de-Calais)
The Wavrans-sur-l'Aa nature reserve consists of two hillsides separated by a dry valley, Mont Carrière and Montagne d'Elnes. The chalky slopes of the reserve are steep and unusual for the region. They were also "sculpted" by the bombs of the Second World War.