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Countryside Escape
A gravel cycling route starting from Lobbes
Discover the charming villages of Merbes-le-Château and Bois d'Howis
Map
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This gravel route takes you through the peaceful and scenic countryside, offering a true escape from the city. Highlights include the picturesque villages of Merbes-le-Château and Bois d'Howis. With a low difficulty level, it is suitable for all cyclists looking for a relaxing and enjoyable ride.
gravel
27 km
198 m
Chill
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Lobbes City centerLobbes: Explore charming villages and test your strength on Mur de Thuin in Lobbes, Belgium.
Lobbes is a locality in the Prov. Hainaut region of Belgium. For road and gravel cyclists, Lobbes offers a mix of paved and gravel roads, providing opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside. The picturesque region features rolling hills and charming villages, creating a pleasant backdrop for rides. One notable cycling spot near Lobbes is the famous Mur de Thuin, a challenging climb known for its cobbled surface and steep gradient. Overall, Lobbes is a cycling-friendly locality with scenic routes and interesting terrain to discover.10 km
10 km
Merbes-le-ChâteauVillagePass through Merbes-le-Château and discover its charming traditional houses and beautiful countryside views.
16 km
16 km
Merbes-Sainte-MarieVillageVisit Merbes-Sainte-Marie and immerse yourself in its rural atmosphere and peaceful surroundings.
23 km
23 km
Bois d'HowisHamletCycle through the enchanting forest of Bois d'Howis and enjoy the serene natural beauty.
27 km
27 km
Finish: Lobbes City centerLobbes: Explore charming villages and test your strength on Mur de Thuin in Lobbes, Belgium.
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Thuin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/thuin-5.webp)
![Image of Buvrinnes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/buvrinnes-4.webp)
![Image of Anderlues](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/anderlues-5.webp)
![Image of Gozée](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/gozee-4.webp)
![Image of Leernes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/leernes-5.webp)
![Image of Épinois](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/epinois-5.webp)
![Image of Fontaine-l'Évêque](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/fontaine-l-eveque-4.webp)
![Image of Thuillies](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/thuillies-5.webp)
![Image of Merbes-le-Château](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/merbes-le-chateau-5.webp)