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The battle of Fromelles on 19 July 1916 was a bloody initiation for Australian soldiers to warfare on the Western Front. Soldiers of the newly arrived 5th Australian Division, together with the British 61st Division, were ordered to attack strongly fortified German front line positions near the Aubers Ridge in French Flanders. The attack was intended as a feint to hold German reserves from moving south to the Somme where a large Allied offensive had begun on 1 July. The feint was a disastrous failure. Australian and British soldiers assaulted over open ground in broad daylight and under direct observation and heavy fire from the German lines. Over 5,500 Australians became casualties. Almost 2,000 of them were killed in action or died of wounds and some 400 were captured. This is believed to be the greatest loss by a single division in 24 hours during the entire First World War. Some consider Fromelles the most tragic event in Australia’s history. https://www.awm.gov.au/articles/encyclopedia/fromelles

Narrow concrete cycle path along the Lys.

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Aubers is best known for the Battle of Aubers Ridge during World War I. This battle took place on 9 May 1915 and was an attempt by British troops to break through the German lines. Unfortunately, the attack failed, resulting in heavy casualties without significant territorial gains. An interesting anecdote about the Battle of Aubers Ridge concerns the difficult conditions under which the soldiers fought. The attack began with an artillery barrage that did little to damage the German trenches, leaving the British soldiers exposed to heavy machine gun fire as they advanced. This resulted in a large number of casualties and is often cited as an example of the grim reality of trench warfare.

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This British cemetery and memorial were built in memory of the Australian soldiers who died during the Battle of Fromelles on 19-20 July 1916. There are 410 Australian soldiers buried here, none of whom have been identified. Although the graves are individual, they are not marked with individual headstones, but the names of some 1,200 missing are recorded on the Memorial, a memorial wall at the rear of the cemetery. Two large concrete crosses have been placed on the grassed area. In front of the memorial wall is the Cross of Sacrifice.

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Near the front line in 1916, a fierce battle was fought between the British (Australians) and the Germans. To commemorate 'la bataille' and the wounded who were brought back from the battlefield, a monument/statue was erected here.

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Florbaix or Florebais comes from old Dutch and means flat land. Beautiful village square with parking at the church and all commerce present (Estaminet / Boulangerie / Boucherie). Fleurbaix was close to the front during the First World War but remained mainly in allied hands. After the First World War the village was rebuilt. There are numerous military cemeteries to visit in the area.

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The Tilleul de Joncquoy is a historic lime tree in Aubers. This tree was planted in 1490 and is an important landmark in the region. Despite the many wars and changes in the landscape, this tree has survived for more than five centuries.

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An interesting anecdote concerns the excavations in 2009. During these excavations, the bodies of 250 British and Australian soldiers were discovered in mass graves. Thanks to DNA research, many of these soldiers could be identified, giving their families clarity about their fate. This research has helped to bring the stories of these soldiers back to life and to honor their memories.

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Pheasant Wood Military Cemetery is the Commonwealth war cemetery in Fromelles, located next to the Musée de la Bataille de Fromelles. The cemetery was created in 2010 following the discovery of mass graves in the area. It contains the graves of 250 British and Australian soldiers who died during the Battle of Fromelles. Of these graves, 126 are unidentified.

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Attacking in a southerly direction, Capt Kennedy was shot while leading 'B' Company in the Battle of Aubers Ridge. He and his men had got well beyond the German line which ran roughly east-west where the preserved bunkers are today. His mother later wrote "He had crossed the road and was on the Fromelles side of it when he was shot by a sniper. His men tried to carry him back but he was terribly wounded and after they had carried him back across the road he told them to put him down..." Capt P A Kennedy, 2/Rifle Brigade Killed in action 9 May 1915. No known grave. Remembered on the Ploegsteert Memorial.

Anecdote: During the battle, Sergeant Simon Fraser heard a wounded soldier cry out, "Don't forget me, cobber!" Despite the danger, Fraser returned to the battlefield to save the man, an act of bravery that was later immortalized in the statue. This event emphasizes the sacrifice and strong bond between soldiers during the horrors of war.

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The Cobbers Australian Memorial is located in the Australian Memorial Park near Fromelles. This memorial commemorates the Australian soldiers who died during the Battle of Fromelles on 19-20 July 1916. The statue, designed by Peter Corlett, shows Sergeant Simon Fraser carrying a wounded comrade out of no man's land. The name "Cobbers" comes from a letter Fraser wrote, describing the bravery and camaraderie of the soldiers.

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The Michelin enameled lava stone signs are an iconic part of French traffic signage. Produced by Michelin between 1910 and 1971, these signs are made of durable lava stone, enameled and mounted on a concrete base. They were used to provide traffic information and tourist directions and are known for their durability and resistance to weather conditions. Michelin began offering these signs to municipalities as a form of advertising, often featuring the name "Michelin" on the signs.

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Le Trou Aid Post Cemetery was established in October 1914 by British soldiers of the 19th Infantry Brigade during the First Battle of Ypres. The cemetery initially contained 123 graves, but was expanded after the war. It now contains over 350 graves, of which over 200 are unknown. The cemetery commemorates soldiers who died in a number of battles, including Le Maisnil (October 1914), Aubers Ridge (May 1915), Loos (September–October 1915), and Fromelles (July 1916). A special feature of the cemetery is its rural setting, surrounded by a narrow moat and sheltered by a grove of weeping willows. Visitors reach the cemetery via a footbridge and enter through a delicate cottage-style gate.

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The Rue-Petillon Military Cemetery was established in December 1914 and was used by British troops until the spring offensive of 1918, when the area fell into German hands. After its recapture by the Allies in September 1918, the cemetery was expanded to include graves from isolated locations and smaller cemeteries. The cemetery contains 895 identified graves of soldiers who died during the First World War. Many of them died of their wounds in a dressing station located in the nearby buildings known as 'Eaton Hall'.

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The walks are always pleasant, if you pay attention you can observe the local wildlife.

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Steenwerck is a Flemish village where cycling has its place, with a reception point for passing cyclists. The Museum of Rural Life allows you to discover the trades and traditions of yesteryear through objects and reconstructions.

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Single earth track a little brittle and not maintained.

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Amidst the quiet roads of western Lille lies this listed cemetery, which is the final resting place of hundreds of Commonwealth soldiers from the First World War.

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Quiet path away from traffic, but sometimes too grassy to keep rolling

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