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The Hilly Loop to Merbes-le-Château
A road cycling route starting from Merbes-le-Chateau
Discover the challenging hills surrounding Merbes-le-Château on this scenic road cycling route.
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This road cycling route takes you through the beautiful rolling hills around Merbes-le-Château, offering picturesque views and challenging climbs. With an ascent of 597 meters and a total distance of 82 kilometers, this hilly loop is perfect for well-trained amateur cyclists. The route features several highlights including Leval-Trahegnies, Luttre, Terril des Piges, Mont-sur-Marchienne, and Leers-et-Fosteau, which provide interesting stops along the way. Overall, this route offers a picturesque and challenging cycling experience in the Prov. Hainaut.
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82 km
597 m
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Start: Merbes-le-Château Village centerMerbes-le-Château: Serene cycling in the countryside of Merbes-le-Château
Merbes-le-Château, nestled in the Prov. Hainaut region of Belgium, offers a charming setting for road and gravel cycling enthusiasts. The routes around Merbes-le-Château are mostly flat, making it suitable for leisurely rides and exploration of the scenic countryside. While the area does not have any well-known climbs or cycling-related spots, cyclists can enjoy the tranquility of the region and discover hidden gems along the way.14 km
14 km
Leval-TrahegniesVillageStop by Leval-Trahegnies and enjoy the charming scenery of this small town.
37 km
37 km
LuttreVillageMake a stop in Luttre and explore its historic landmarks.
51 km
51 km
Terril des Piges188 mPeakVisit the Terril des Piges and appreciate its unique landscape and mining history.
55 km
55 km
Mont-sur-MarchienneTownTake a break in Mont-sur-Marchienne and admire its architectural heritage.
74 km
74 km
Leers-et-FosteauVillagePass through Leers-et-Fosteau and discover its rich cultural heritage.
82 km
82 km
Finish: Merbes-le-Château Village centerMerbes-le-Château: Serene cycling in the countryside of Merbes-le-Château
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Erquelinnes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/erquelinnes-5.webp)
![Image of Jeumont](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/jeumont-5.webp)
![Image of Marpent](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/marpent-5.webp)
![Image of Buvrinnes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/buvrinnes-4.webp)
![Image of Lobbes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/lobbes-5.webp)
![Image of Thuin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/thuin-5.webp)
![Image of Cousolre](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/cousolre-5.webp)
![Image of Estinnes-au-Mont](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/estinnes-au-mont-5.webp)