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Discovering the Coal Mines
A road cycling route starting from Paturages
Cycling through a historic coal mining region with unique landscapes and remnants of industrial heritage.
![Map miniature of "Discovering the Coal Mines" cycling inspiration in Prov. Hainaut, Belgium. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/belgium/prov-hainaut/paturages/road/363027.webp)
This round-trip cycling route near Pâturages takes you through a historic coal mining region in Provence Hainaut, Belgium. The route offers a mix of road and gravel sections, showcasing the unique landscapes and remnants of industrial heritage. With a total distance of 112 kilometers and an ascent of 739 meters, this route provides a challenging but rewarding experience. Along the way, you'll encounter highlights such as the Terril de l'Agrappe with its stunning views, the quaint village of Havay, and the picturesque town of Rousies. Explore the Sars-Poteries pottery village and head towards Petit-Fayt, a charming village surrounded by nature. Don't miss Locquignol with its charming houses and Pâturages, the starting point of your adventure.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Paturages:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Colfontaine](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/colfontaine-5.webp)
![Image of Wasmes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/wasmes-5.webp)
![Image of La Bouverie](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/la-bouverie-5.webp)
![Image of Frameries](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/frameries-5.webp)
![Image of Eugies](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/eugies-5.webp)
![Image of Hornu](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/hornu-3.webp)
![Image of Quaregnon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/quaregnon-3.webp)
![Image of Flénu](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/flenu-5.webp)
![Image of Wasmuel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-hainaut/wasmuel-5.webp)