Leaning Tower – Rescue Museum loop from Gravelines

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Leaning Tower – Rescue Museum loop from Gravelines

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Leaning Tower – Rescue Museum loop from Gravelines

02:47

48.9km

40m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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779 m

Southwest moat bridge of Gravelines

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Once you have crossed this bridge you will see the Arsenaal with its gardens on the left.

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40.7 km

Leaning Tower

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The Leaning Tower of Oye-Plage is a German blockhouse from the Second World War, designed to imitate a church steeple and mislead British aviators. Located a few kilometers north of …

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43.1 km

Route des Dunes

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Virtually car free route along the wetlands and dunes

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44.1 km

The hides 🌿 Oye Nature Reserve

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This nature reserve (400ha) is a large dune area, where many ducks and waders live.

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44.2 km

German bunker

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Complex of German World War II bunkers across from the campground.

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44.3 km

Parc de l'Estran

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Foto Highlight, a place to stay, you will always discover something new

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45.3 km

Grand-Fort-Philippe

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The main activities have always been linked to fishing (ropemaking, smokehouse, shipbuilding). Two museums keep that memory alive. Maison du Sauvetage and Maison de la Mer.
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45.7 km

Formerly a boathouse, the Gravelines Rescue Museum exhibits the history of sea rescuers and uses a launching ramp. This site, essential to understanding rescue operations, allows you to discover the techniques and equipment used over the years.

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48.9 km

End point

Train Station

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