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Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Lesquin

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Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Lesquin

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runners

Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Lesquin

02:06

20.3km

40m

Running

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

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve naturelle du Héron

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Start point

Train Station

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8.42 km

Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

One of the most beautiful places to walk in the Lille Metropolis

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9.02 km

Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

Avoid riding there on weekends or when the weather is nice, there are people walking there!

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9.41 km

Lac du Héron

Highlight • Lake

The lake is part of the Heron Natural Park, a regional reserve that is home to a variety of flora and fauna. You can run around the lake and enjoy …

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10.0 km

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Highlight • Historical Site

Surrounded by the vast greenery of the Parc du Héron, the pavilion offers a peaceful place in the heart of Villeneuve d'Ascq. Around this former hunting lodge, you can enjoy …

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10.1 km

Entrance to one of the region's most beautiful parks

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Beautiful area. Very easy to go around the lake of the heron. Beautiful wildlife

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11.4 km

Héron Lake is a natural area of 110 hectares. Created in the 1970s, it is surrounded by meadows, woods and trails. This protected site is home to rich biodiversity, including many species of birds and plants.

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11.9 km

Lac du Héron

Lake

20.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

4.38 km

778 m

617 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.88 km

6.50 km

5.31 km

292 m

172 m

128 m

Elevation

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Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Lesquin

Heron Lake

Heron Lake

Lac du Héron

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Entrance to one of the region's most beautiful parks

Heron Lake

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