Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 28, 2025

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After 16.5 km for 6 m

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Start point

Train Station

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15.7 km

Saint Joseph Church

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In 1869, the Saint-Joseph church was built and, at the end of the century, the architect Louis Cloquet carried out major consolidation and restoration work.

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16.3 km

Aulne Abbey Ruins

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A beautiful location with several restaurants, ideal for a meal break. For lovers of good beer, the Abbey Brewery's beer is served on tap in all restaurants.

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16.6 km

Abbey of Aulne Lock

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Lock dating from the canalization of the Sambre under the reign of William of Orange

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16.8 km

View of the Sambre and the ruins of Aulne Abbey

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From the viewpoint, you can enjoy the changing landscape: the river meanders through the region, with vast fields and forests adorning its banks. The picturesque villages along the Sambre add …

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17.8 km

View of the Sambre River

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26.5 km

Hourpes Mining Village

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A beautiful place to stop by following the Sambre via the towpath.

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26.5 km

Château d'Hourpes

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The chateau is a bit hidden but well worth a visit.

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30.6 km

Viewpoint

31.1 km

La Sambre

Lake

33.0 km

Towpath Along the Sambre in Thuin

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Following the towpath, we discover the winding path of the Sambre

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35.5 km

Bois du Grand Bon Dieu

Forest

47.1 km

Bois de Marbaix

Forest

49.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.0 km

14.1 km

8.77 km

7.50 km

1.27 km

477 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.6 km

9.99 km

7.49 km

1.28 km

400 m

321 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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