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Location: Cassel, Dunkirk, Northern France, France

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1. Cassel, moulins and the JARDIN DU MONT DES RÉCOLLETS — loop from Mont des Cats

53.9km

03:21

510m

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2. Cassel Village – Porte d'Aire loop from Arnèke

63.5km

04:17

520m

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3. Cassel Village – Grand'Place de Cassel loop from Cassel

46.2km

03:17

520m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Willem VS

March 3, 2025

The Remparts de Cassel are the historic fortifications that surround the charming town of Cassel, perched high on Mont Cassel in French Flanders. These ancient ramparts bear witness to the region’s rich and tumultuous history and offer visitors a fascinating glimpse into the past.

Cassel’s elevated position on Mont Cassel, one of the highest points in the area, made it a strategically important stronghold for a long time. It offered excellent views over the Flemish plain, making it ideal for defensive purposes.

The first fortifications date back to the Middle Ages, when walls and gates were built to protect the town from invasions and sieges. Cassel was often the scene of military confrontations due to its strategic importance.

In the 17th century, the famous French military engineer Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban strengthened the fortifications of Cassel. Although not as extensive as his other projects, these improvements helped to strengthen the town.

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

May 5, 2023

The Ariënpoort (Porte d'Aire), one of the four city gates that were part of the medieval city wall.

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Location: Cassel, Dunkirk, Northern France, France

Ramparts of Cassel

1. Cassel, moulins and the JARDIN DU MONT DES RÉCOLLETS — loop from Mont des Cats

2. Cassel Village – Porte d'Aire loop from Arnèke

3. Cassel Village – Grand'Place de Cassel loop from Cassel

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