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Hauts-De-France

Canadian Memorial – Vimy Ridge loop from Gare de Lens

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France
Hauts-De-France

Canadian Memorial – Vimy Ridge loop from Gare de Lens

Easy

16

riders

Canadian Memorial – Vimy Ridge loop from Gare de Lens

01:37

38.1km

260m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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6.36 km

Canadians' Climb at Givenchy-en-Gohelle

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The Montée des Canadiens in Givenchy-en-Gohelle is an unmissable challenge for road cyclists. This climb, located near the Canadian Vimy Memorial, offers a gradual ascent, ideal for cycling enthusiasts. As …

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8.83 km

Canadian National Vimy Memorial

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The Canadian Vimy Memorial dominates the surrounding area with its two white towers. Nearby, in Thélus, the Canadian cemetery and the monument in honor of the Canadian artillery are installed …

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9.04 km

Canadian Memorial

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In April 1917, the Canadians attack the German army, which was standing by on the Vimy ridge, and win the battle. But this victory came at a high price: more …

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9.61 km

Vimy Ridge

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5

19.9 km

Bray Chalk Quarry

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La Carrière de Craie de Bray is a quarry in the municipality of Mont-Saint-Éloi. It is a popular place for hikers and nature lovers because of its beautiful surroundings. The …

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20.8 km

Bois de Bray

Forest

7

26.1 km

Monument to the dead of Neuville-Saint-Vaast during the two world wars. The village was evacuated at the start of the Great War, destroyed by the fighting of 1915. The village …

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28.4 km

Canadian National Vimy Memorial

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The Canadian National Vimy Memorial honors the memory of Canadian soldiers who died in France during the First World War. The monument is located on Vimy Ridge where the namesake …

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38.1 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.3 km

7.25 km

782 m

620 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.7 km

1.99 km

276 m

112 m

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Saturday 11 July

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