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Picturesque Ride: Château Cockerill and Terril du Bernalmont
A road cycling route starting from Bressoux
Enjoy a picturesque ride with stops at historic highlights
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Discover the beauty of the region with this 53 km road cycling route starting near Bressoux. Visit notable landmarks such as Château Cockerill, a splendid castle overlooking the Meuse River, and Terril du Bernalmont, an impressive hill created from mining waste. This route offers a balance between sightseeing and enjoyable cycling, with moderate ascents and breathtaking countryside vistas. Get ready for a picturesque ride through charming villages and embrace the peacefulness of the Belgian countryside.
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53 km
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Start: Bressoux Village centerBressoux: Home of the Legendary Saint-Nicolas Climb
Bressoux is a locality situated in the province of Liège in Belgium. From a cyclist's perspective, Bressoux offers a mix of flat terrain and rolling hills, providing various challenges for road and gravel cyclists. Cyclists can explore picturesque countryside roads while enjoying scenic views. Bressoux is known for its close proximity to the famous Saint-Nicolas climb, an iconic spot for professional and amateur cyclists alike. With its cycling-friendly environment and famous climbing routes, Bressoux receives a rank of 5 on the cyclist perspective scale.10 km
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Château CockerillCastleChâteau Cockerill is a majestic castle perched on a hill overlooking the scenic Meuse River. Take a moment to imagine the castle's past grandeur as you admire the panoramic views.
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24 km
Fexhe-le-Haut-ClocherVillageFexhe-le-Haut-Clocher is a delightful village with a rich history. Explore its charming streets and soak in the medieval atmosphere.
38 km
38 km
WihogneVillageWihogne is a small village known for its tranquil ambience and picturesque surroundings. Enjoy the peacefulness of this rural area.
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44 km
LiersVillageLiers is a quaint village with well-preserved traditional houses. Admire the architectural beauty as you cycle through its streets.
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50 km
Terril du Bernalmont195 mPeakTerril du Bernalmont is a testament to the region's coal mining heritage. Cycle to the top of the terril for panoramic views of the countryside before continuing your journey.
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53 km
Finish: Bressoux Village centerBressoux: Home of the Legendary Saint-Nicolas Climb
Cycling routes from Bressoux:
Terril du Bernalmont Gravel Ride Rural Escape: Terril du Bernalmont and Wonck Scenic Adventure: Nessonvaux and Château de l'Avouerie Picturesque Ride: Château Cockerill and Terril du Bernalmont Glimpses of History: Terril Sainte Barbe et Tonne Liège Gravel Adventure Serpentine Adventure: Point de vue du Serpentin de l'A602 Saint-Remy and Aubel Loop Château des Pontpierre-Méan Loop Barchon and Louveigné Loop
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