Lys–Yser Canal – Towpath of the Lys loop from La Madeleine
Lys–Yser Canal – Towpath of the Lys loop from La Madeleine
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Lys–Yser Canal – Towpath of the Lys loop from La Madeleine
02:10
45.1km
80m
Gravel riding
Moderate gravel 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: August 26, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 45.1 km for 11 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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7.33 km
Gravel along the Deûle
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The Deûle Canal connects the Scarpe, near Douai, to the Lys, near Deûlémont, close to the Belgian border.
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13.2 km
Deûlémont footbridge
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21.8 km
View of Comines and the River Lys
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22.0 km
Lys–Yser Canal
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You will discover a wide variety of plants, flowers and animals along the Channel.
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24.0 km
Towpath of the Lys
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25.3 km
Bike path along the Lys
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29.3 km
Pont Rouge
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29.5 km
Lys River Path
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45.1 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
20.8 km
19.1 km
3.68 km
1.05 km
499 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
19.7 km
18.5 km
4.96 km
1.64 km
249 m
167 m
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Tuesday 25 August
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15°C
31 %
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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h
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