The Lys (French: Lys) is a river in France and Belgium. It is a tributary of the Scheldt and flows into the city of Ghent. The river is about 200 kilometers long and has its source in Lisbourg. The river forms the Belgian-French border over 26 km from Armentiers to Menen. The river has been used for transportation since the Middle Ages.

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July 14, 2024

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Great cycle path along the canal between Ypres and Tournais.

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Maik P.

June 1, 2023

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Tributary of the Scheldt and empties into the city of Ghent.

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1. Canal de Roubaix – Espierres Canal loop from Saint-Maurice Pellevoisin

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2. Canal de Roubaix – La Marque Canal Towpath loop from Vichte

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3. Along the Lys – Leie River loop from Bousbecque

50.7km

03:27

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Location: Wevelgem, Kortrijk, West Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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Leie River

1. Canal de Roubaix – Espierres Canal loop from Saint-Maurice Pellevoisin

2. Canal de Roubaix – La Marque Canal Towpath loop from Vichte

3. Along the Lys – Leie River loop from Bousbecque

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