Ruins of Franchimont Castle – View of Spa loop from Spa

Ruins of Franchimont Castle – View of Spa loop from Spa

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Ruins of Franchimont Castle – View of Spa loop from Spa

03:42

43.9km

830m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. 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: August 23, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 24.1 km for 257 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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625 m

La Lolo Mountain Bike Trail

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This Blue line is a good start to warm up for the more difficult trails. It’s also quite close to the public roads, and the ascend over the tarmac.
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6.52 km

Path Along the Stream

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The path is wide, the ground is hard, even in wet weather, and a calm stream runs along the side.

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10.6 km

Ruins of Franchimont Castle

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Franchimont Castle is an old medieval fortress built in the 11th century on a rocky outcrop. The ruins that remain are imposing! The site hosts a medieval fair (La Franchefoire) …

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19.5 km

Bois de Staneu

Forest

25.5 km

Épine Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

Built by a local farmer - Open 7/7 24 hours

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29.1 km

Bois de la Longue Hé

Forest

30.7 km

Chawion Pond

Highlight • Lake

The pond is located in a nature reserve in the Walloon Region that is of particular botanical interest: siliceous soils alternate with calcareous soils.

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32.6 km

Reserve Naturelle du Chawion

Nature Reserve

40.8 km

View of Spa

Highlight • Viewpoint

Turning slightly away from the path, a terrace offers a lovely panoramic view of Spa.

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42.1 km

View of Spa from Parc Naturel des Sources

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Viewpoint of the city

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43.3 km

Spa Town Center

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The Ardennes town of Spa is the cradle of the famous Belgian mineral water of the same name, but above all it is synonymous with well-being.

Healing water springs from …

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