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Prémesques walks
The Prémesques countryside
Visorando Member 
6.49 mi
+49 ft
-52 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Prémesques (Nord)
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.
Walk in a figure of eight through Les Weppes
Visorando Member 7.78 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Capinghem (Nord)
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.
Lomme Park in Lille
Visorando Member 
2.30 mi
+20 ft
-26 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from Lille (Nord)
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.
Countryside around Pérenchies, Houplines and Frelinghien
Visorando Member 7.02 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Pérenchies (Nord)
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.
Ennetières-en-Weppes
Visorando Member 6.38 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ennetières-en-Weppes (Nord)
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.
Circular, Nieuwkerke – Dranouter – Bailleul, from Houplines
Visorando Member 22.70 mi
+463 ft
-466 ft
2.5 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular route around Kemmel from Houplines
Visorando Member 30.02 mi
+935 ft
-935 ft
3 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular route to Poperinge, via Mont Noir from Houplines
Visorando Member 35.95 mi
+856 ft
-843 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular route around Ploegsteert from Houplines
Visorando Member 15.97 mi
+171 ft
-180 ft
1.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular cycling route around Quesnoy-sur-Deule from Houplines
Visorando Member 21.85 mi
+46 ft
-46 ft
2 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular Wulvergem–Nieuwkerke from Houplines
Visorando Member 19.12 mi
+210 ft
-217 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Circular cycling route in Les Weppes from Houplines
Visorando Member 26.21 mi
+141 ft
-138 ft
2.5 hrs
Easy
Departure from Houplines (Nord)
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.
Loop of Erquinghem-le-Sec
Visorando Member 
9.26 mi
+56 ft
-56 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Erquinghem-le-Sec (Nord)
Trail in the Weppes around Beaucamps-Ligny. The countryside near Lille Métropole.
From Frelinghien to the confluence of the Deûle and the Lys
Visorando Member 
8.13 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Frelinghien (Nord)
This often shaded walk, straddling the Belgian border, may appeal to you, as 90% of the route runs alongside the banks of the Lys and the Deûle.
The Howarderie and the Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve
Visorando Member 4.96 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure and arrival at the Rue du Touquet car park near the Ploegsteert brickworks via the Howarderie and the Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve. Located in the heart of the Lys Valley, this remarkable 100-hectare site is a treat for bird lovers.
Ploegsteert Ornithological Nature Reserve and Howarderie
Visorando Member 6.52 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park near Bizet Church via the Ornithological Nature Reserve and Rue de la Howarderie in Ploegsteert. This route crosses a muddy farm track during winter.
From one bank of the Deûle to the other
Visorando Member 
2.34 mi
+30 ft
-30 ft
1h 05
Easy
Departure from La Madeleine (Nord)
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.
Loos trail via Wattignies and Emmerin
Visorando Member 
5.26 mi
+69 ft
-69 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Loos (Nord)
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.
Along the Deûle canal between Wambrechies and Quesnoy-sur-Deûle
Visorando Member 6.48 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Wambrechies (Nord)
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.__
The Comtesse garden in Wambrechies
Visorando Member 
7.17 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Wambrechies (Nord)
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.
Towards the Citadel of Lille
Visorando Member 
4.81 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lille (Nord)
Setting off from Place du Général de Gaulle to explore the Citadel Park, passing by some of Old Lille’s must-see sights
A cultural tour of Lille and a visit to several of its monuments
Visorando Member 4.86 mi
+23 ft
-23 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Lille (Nord)
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.
From Lille to the cobbled sections of Paris-Roubaix
Visorando Member 
40.19 mi
+167 ft
-164 ft
4 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Lille (Nord)
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.
Around the Mosaïc Natural Park in Santes
Visorando Member 
7.79 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Houplin-Ancoisne (Nord)
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.
La Tortue rigole in Houplin-Ancoisne
Visorando Member 
5.65 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Houplin-Ancoisne (Nord)
A walk along the Tortue and Rigole du Nord canals, returning via the Deûle.
La Canteraine
Visorando Member 
9.52 mi
+26 ft
-26 ft
4h 25
Easy
Departure from Houplin-Ancoisne (Nord)
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.
Bois de la Lodge
Visorando Member 
3.46 mi
+23 ft
-20 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Houplin-Ancoisne (Nord)
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.
The Joncquoy Linden Tree in Aubers
Visorando Member 
7.73 mi
+66 ft
-66 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Fromelles (Nord)
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.
Humani Twins Go in Nieppe
Association / Club / Walk leader 3.39 mi
+10 ft
-10 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Nieppe (Nord)
Humani Twins Go hike in the town of Nieppe. Nieppe, in the heart of Flanders, where you can see the ponds and Michel Grasset Park. This hike is accessible to everyone and is not difficult.
Walking in Nieppe through town and countryside
Association / Club / Walk leader 7.36 mi
+13 ft
-13 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Nieppe (Nord)
Hiking in the city and the countryside. In Nieppe, you can stroll around the ponds or along the Lys river.
This route is accessible to everyone as there are no hills.
Wavrin - Don-Sainghin via the lodge
Visorando Member 9.90 mi
+10 ft
-30 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Wavrin (Nord)
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.
Countryside of Neuve-Église starting from Ploegsteert
Visorando Member 9.70 mi
+174 ft
-174 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert town centre via the countryside of Neuve-Église. Pass by the farms. Dirt track to the border with Neuve-Église. Then a paved path and return via a dirt track. Pass through the Bois de la Hutte at the end of the route.
Ploegsteert via Wulvergem, Plugstreet and the British memorial
Visorando Member 9.49 mi
+98 ft
-98 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Departure from the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Eglise, Wulvergem, the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre and the British Memorial in Ploegsteert. Pass through dirt roads that cross agricultural areas.
Canal, woods and ponds in Ploegsteert
Visorando Member 14.62 mi
+138 ft
-141 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A long stroll across flat countryside with a nice little climb at the end.Only two slightly tricky sections, so an ideal walk in autumn and winter.The walk starts on a small road with few houses and therefore little traffic, before crossing Le Bizet via Les Voyettes.We then continue along the Canal and the beautiful Bayart Bridge, reserved for non-motorised traffic, then past a few ponds with facilities for storks, before finishing in the Bois de Ploegsteert.
Ploegsteert via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
Visorando Member 9.65 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British memorial, the Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve Église
The walk crosses a field of crops and muddy, slippery dirt tracks, especially in winter.
Ploegsteert centre via the British memorial and Bois de la Hutte
Visorando Member 9.02 mi
+194 ft
-177 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the Plugstreet Interpretation Centre, the British Memorial, Bois de la Hutte and the countryside around Neuve-Eglise. The route crosses a cornfield.
From Ploegsteert to Wulvergem
Visorando Member 
12.54 mi
+262 ft
-256 ft
6h 00
Difficult
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
A circular route through countryside and woodland, taking in places steeped in history.After a somewhat tedious first kilometre, the walk follows a series of paths and quiet country lanes to reach Wulvergem.After a lovely circular route through Wulvergem, you’ll find a wild path at a place called Rosenberg before crossing the Bois de la Hutte. A short stretch then along the Ghent-Wevelgem roads to reach the Christmas Truce Cemetery.You then cross the Ploegsteert Wood to reach the Memorial Museum.
Ploegsteert centre via Neuve Eglise and Bois de la Hutte
Visorando Member 9.83 mi
+223 ft
-223 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park on the main square in Ploegsteert via the countryside of Neuve Église and Rosenberg, the Bois de la Hutte and the Plugstreet interpretation centre
This walk crosses dirt tracks and farmland, some of which are muddy during the winter.
Circular from Ploegsteert centre
Visorando Member 6.24 mi
+128 ft
-128 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Hike starting and ending at the Ploegsteert sports hall
Canteraine - short version
Visorando Member 7.35 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Noyelles-lès-Seclin (Nord)
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 British memorial in Ploegsteert and the countryside around Neuve Église
Visorando Member 8.63 mi
+177 ft
-200 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British war memorial in Ploegsteert. You can also start from the main square in Ploegsteert. The route takes you through a field, so check the weather forecast before setting off. Some paths can be quite muddy in winter.
The Christmas Truce Memorial and Rosenberg from Ploegsteert
Visorando Member 6.43 mi
+203 ft
-217 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Comines-Warneton (Hainaut)
Start and finish at the car park in front of the British memorial in Ploegsteert, via the historic site of the Christmas Truce memorial and the Rosenberg. The route passes by Wallonia’s only hop farm, known as Forrest Farm.