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Locquignol walks
Circular Fountain Trail in the Mormal Forest
AONB 
2.00 mi
+167 ft
-184 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Touraille crossroads, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.
Circular Route of the Giants and the Glades in the Mormal Forest
AONB 3.12 mi
+56 ft
-66 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants?
Circular ermitage loop in the Mormal Forest
AONB 2.74 mi
+141 ft
-141 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
Starting from the Auberge du Croisil, take a short walk through the heart of the Mormal Forest, the largest forest area north of Paris. This route will enchant you whatever the season. Perhaps you’ll be lucky enough to spot one of its inhabitants.
Trail through Saint-Georges, Mormal, and Englefontaine
AONB 
7.23 mi
+52 ft
-52 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Englefontaine (Nord)
Between edge and forest, this trail allows you to discover the hideouts of the hedgerows, forest paths and trails. The atmosphere changes with the seasons.
Preux-au-Bois route
AONB 
6.75 mi
+98 ft
-102 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Preux-au-Bois (Nord)
This route connects the hedgerow belt and the paths within the Mormal State Forest. Each season brings its own discoveries.
The Écaillon de Louvignies-Quesnoy route
AONB 
7.18 mi
+174 ft
-177 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Louvignies-Quesnoy (Nord)
Accessible all year round, this route runs along the picturesque Écaillon valley.
Sentier des Nerviens in Locquignol
AONB 
2.56 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Locquignol (Nord)
A family route in the heart of the Mormal massif to be discovered throughout the seasons. By being discreet, it is easier to observe the different animals that inhabit the massif.
Don't forget your forest observation guide.
The Sars Bara route
AONB 
8.97 mi
+128 ft
-135 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Berlaimont (Nord)
This route links the rural Sambre valley with the Mormal National Forest, passing through the surrounding hedgerow landscape. It therefore follows various paths and roads and traverses a varied landscape. The natural and riverine heritage brings much of the route to life.
Dive into the heart of the Avesnois countryside from Aulnoye-Aymeries
AONB 27.40 mi
+479 ft
-456 ft
4 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Aulnoye-Aymeries (Nord)
A superb 45 km hike combining nature and heritage. You will pass from the banks of the Sambre to the green countryside of the Avesnois. Take a deep breath of fresh air among the flora and fauna and typical landscapes of the Avesnois!
From Landrecies to Le Cateau-Cambrésis
AONB 
9.02 mi
+82 ft
-230 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
From Landrecies to Le Cateau-Cambrésis via the towpath.
Potelle trail
AONB 
6.34 mi
+164 ft
-167 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Le Quesnoy (Nord)
This wooded trail is easy to follow. It runs alongside rural hedgerows and streets with characteristic housing.
From Maroilles to Nouvion-en-Thiérache
AONB 11.57 mi
+335 ft
-240 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
This is the first stage of a cycle route that takes you through the rolling countryside of Avesnois and Thiérache, between Maroilles and Le Nouvion-en-Thiérache. Along the way, take the time to sample some delicious Maroilles cheese!
From the Leval backwater to the Monceau brewery
AONB 
4.88 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Leval (Nord)
Discover the Sambre backwater in Leval, take the rural paths of the Avesnois to reach the La Glorieuse craft brewery in Monceau-Saint-Waast. You will take rural paths and be able to observe the Avesnois bocage.
Along the Helpe Majeure by bike
AONB 
13.41 mi
+220 ft
-200 ft
3 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.
Le Quesnoy Ramparts Route
AONB 
2.46 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Le Quesnoy (Nord)
In the heart of the Quercy citadel, discover the defensive structures built under Charles V and Louis XIV.
Entre forêt de Mormal et Sambre
AONB 
15.42 mi
+200 ft
-200 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Ce circuit vous permet de pénétrer en forêt de Mormal et de longer le Canal de la Sambre.
Along the Helpe Mineure
AONB 
12.81 mi
+266 ft
-272 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Cycling is the ideal way to discover the thousand and one secrets of the Avesnois region.During this ride, you will see the two magnificent mills of Grand-Fayt and Maroilles.
In the footsteps of Maroilles Abbey
AONB 
2.31 mi
+144 ft
-118 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
This route takes you to Maroilles in the footsteps of the lost abbey. The educational and entertaining Baladavesnois app provides you with comprehensive information to help you understand the history and discover the remains that are still visible.
Mills and kiosks in Thiérache
AONB 
26.20 mi
+623 ft
-614 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
The route takes you on a tour of three kiosks and three water mills.It winds through the Avesnois countryside, with its hedgerows, pastures and orchards that are so characteristic of the Thiérache landscape. This hilly route is suitable for experienced cycle tourists, while the shorter version is accessible to families.
Maroilles buttercup route
AONB 
4.93 mi
+72 ft
-79 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Maroilles (Nord)
Accessible all year round, this route crosses the Maroilles bocage along small country roads.
Many elements of the Thiérache heritage can be seen along the route (old farmhouses, water mills, chapels, bocage).
The Unicorn Trail in Gommegnies
AONB 
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.
From Landrecies to Maroilles via La Boufflette
AONB 
10.30 mi
+151 ft
-151 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
Cycle along the small country roads and discover the Avesnois bocage and the famous village of Maroilles.
On the little paths of Landrecies, Maroilles and Le Favril
AONB 
11.44 mi
+197 ft
-180 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
Cycle along small country roads to discover the bocage landscape.
From Landrecies to Maroilles via Cerfmont by bike
AONB 
9.75 mi
+112 ft
-115 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
Through the Avesnois countryside along quiet country lanes.
On the small country roads of Landrecies, Fontaine-au-Bois, Bousies
AONB 
12.33 mi
+174 ft
-144 ft
2 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
Cycle ride along the small country lanes north-west of Landrecies.
Étoquies de Landrecies trail
AONB 
5.99 mi
+112 ft
-115 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Landrecies (Nord)
This route takes you through the wooded countryside of the Mormal Forest, the "rural" Sambre and the wet meadows that border it.
You will therefore pass through a wide variety of landscapes, along footpaths and quiet country lanes.
Route from Saint-Ghislain to Frasnoy
AONB 
6.87 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route winds its way through hedgerows and farmland along small roads and paths lined with hedges.
Moderator's addition on 06/07/2021: Caution! Potential danger on this path crossed by barbed wire, see notices below.
Via the caches at Frasnoy
AONB 
2.12 mi
+62 ft
-62 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Frasnoy (Nord)
This route takes you through the village streets and along the ‘caches’, the hedgerow-lined paths connecting the village to the pastures.
The route runs alongside the RD 942 for 400m; please take care.
Waterproof footwear is essential in wet weather.
Route des plaideurs (lit. "route des litigants") in Taisnières-en-Thiérache
AONB 
6.31 mi
+197 ft
-203 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Taisnières-en-Thiérache (Nord)
This rural route, through the Avesnois bocage, is cut in half by the Helpe Majeure river. Walkers will discover a unique architectural heritage: numerous oratories and a water mill dating back to the 12th century. The route follows pleasant country lanes and dirt tracks, with no difficulties.
Walk in the Mormal region in Preux-au-Sart
AONB 
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.
Through the country lanes of Ors, Fontaine-au-Bois, Landrecies,
AONB 
16.74 mi
+190 ft
-180 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Ors (Nord)
Cycle along quiet country lanes and through the forests of Bois l'Evêque and Mormal.
In the footsteps of Wilfred Owen in Ors
AONB 
4.12 mi
+36 ft
-36 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Ors (Nord)
Let's set off on a forest walk in the Bois l'Évêque national forest, following in the footsteps of the poet Wilfred Owen. Notre-Dame de Bonsecours, the Ermitage fountain and the Flaquet pond sound like magical places from fairy tales!
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