Terril Trailblazing Journey
A gravel cycling route starting from Avion
Embark on an adventure through Avion's iconic terrils and picturesque landscapes
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This gravel route takes you on an exhilarating journey through Avion's most famous terrils (mining slag heaps) and the stunning countryside surrounding them. With a moderate difficulty level, this route is suitable for well-trained amateurs looking for a thrilling off-road adventure. The epicness rating for this route is 3, as it combines the tranquility of nature with the awe-inspiring terrils. Highlights along the way include Terril 81A, Lens, Courrières, Thumeries, Coutiches, Mont Corbeau, Esquerchin, Terril 205, Avion, and Terril 81.
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78 km
209 m
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Start: Éleu-dit-Leauwette Village centerAvion: Limited cycling options in Avion
Avion is a town located in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France. It doesn't offer much in terms of cycling attractions and suitable routes for road and gravel cyclists. The area is mostly urbanized with limited picturesque landscapes. While there may be local parks and paths for recreational cycling, Avion is generally not a popular destination for serious cyclists. It would be better suited for other tourist activities instead.1 km
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Terril 81A52 mPeakExperience Terril 81A, a lesser-known but equally impressive terril with stunning views of the surrounding area.
2 km
2 km
LensTownExplore Lens, a city known for its rich mining heritage and iconic landmarks such as the Louvre-Lens museum.
11 km
11 km
CourrièresTownVisit Courrières, a historic mining town with well-preserved mining sites and museums.
25 km
25 km
ThumeriesVillageCycle through Thumeries, a scenic village surrounded by lush greenery and charming landscapes.
36 km
36 km
CoutichesVillageDiscover Coutiches, a quaint village famous for its beautiful medieval church and traditional timber-framed houses.
47 km
47 km
Mont Corbeau33 mPeakAdmire the impressive Mont Corbeau, a terril that stands as a testament to the region's mining heritage.
60 km
60 km
EsquerchinVillageVisit Esquerchin, a picturesque village nestled amidst rolling hills and scenic farmlands.
67 km
67 km
Terril 205115 mPeakClimb Terril 205 and enjoy panoramic views of the beautiful Avion countryside.
75 km
75 km
AvionTownPass by Avion, a vibrant town with diverse industrial heritage and lively cultural events.
76 km
76 km
Terril 8150 mPeakExperience the iconic Terril 81, a towering mining slag heap that has become a symbol of the region's industrial past.
78 km
78 km
Finish: Éleu-dit-Leauwette Village centerAvion: Limited cycling options in Avion
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