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Bois de Blaimont – View over the Étang de Virelles loop from Chimay

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Bois de Blaimont – View over the Étang de Virelles loop from Chimay

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Bois de Blaimont – View over the Étang de Virelles loop from Chimay

01:13

11.2km

140m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc national de l’Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse

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Trou des Sarrazins

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The Trou des Saracens is a karst cave formed several million years ago. Used since the Neolithic era, this site served as a refuge and habitat. The waters deposited stones …

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Small chapel

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A small, sober chapel on Rue Saint-Pierre

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5.32 km

Bois de Blaimont

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Located in the Chimay region of Belgium, the Bois du Blaimont is known for its beautiful hiking trails and rich natural environment. The forest is famous for its flora and …

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5.64 km

View over the Étang de Virelles

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At this point the dense forest thins out a little and you can enjoy a great view of the Étang de Virelles lake. The Aquascope Virelles is located on the …

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5.91 km

The Forge de Blaimont was part of the iron industry that flourished in Virelles from the 15th to the mid-19th century. The forge employed 15 people and had a large forging hammer, the Maka, which was used to crush metals.

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6.44 km

AquaScope Virelles

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AquaScope Virelles is a nature reserve in Virelles, Belgium, known for its rich biodiversity and educational programs. The center is also an excellent place for birdwatching, both for groups and …

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11.2 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.81 km

3.71 km

2.25 km

850 m

538 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.26 km

2.83 km

2.10 km

1.40 km

506 m

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Friday 17 July

24°C

12°C

19 %

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Bois de Blaimont – View over the Étang de Virelles loop from Chimay

Trou des Sarrazins

Small chapel

Bois de Blaimont

View over the Étang de Virelles

Forge de Blaimont

AquaScope Virelles

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