The Mining Landscape Loop
A road cycling route starting from Harnes
Discover the mining heritage of Harnes and surrounding area
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Embark on a journey through the historic mining landscapes near Harnes. This route takes you through picturesque towns and villages, offering a glimpse into the rich industrial past of the region. Expect a moderate level of difficulty with some challenging ascents, but the rewarding views make it all worth it.
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96 km
309 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Harnes City centerHarnes: A peaceful town in the Nord-Pas de Calais region
Harnes is a small town located in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers a variety of scenic routes to explore, with beautiful countryside and charming villages to pass through. However, it does not have any famous cycling-related spots or well-known climbs nearby. Overall, Harnes is a decent area for road and gravel cyclists, but not particularly remarkable.7 km
7 km
OigniesTownStop by Oignies and explore its impressive mining sites, showcasing the engineering marvels of the region.
29 km
29 km
LallaingVillagePass through Lallaing and appreciate its well-preserved mining infrastructure and its cultural significance.
32 km
32 km
Mont Corbeau33 mPeakMake a detour to Mont Corbeau, an iconic mining hill, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire region.
41 km
41 km
MonchecourtVillageVisit Monchecourt and witness the remnants of its once-thriving mining industry.
65 km
65 km
Écourt-Saint-QuentinVillageExplore Écourt-Saint-Quentin, a picturesque town known for its mining heritage, with several notable sites to visit.
76 km
76 km
Mont Métier64 mPeakHead to Mont Métier and immerse yourself in the history of coal mining while enjoying the stunning natural surroundings.
86 km
86 km
Bois-BernardVillageDiscover Bois-Bernard, a charming village famous for its coal mining heritage and historic architecture.
96 km
96 km
Terril 23061 mPeakDon't miss Terril 230, a striking man-made hill that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.
96 km
96 km
HarnesTownStart and end your journey in Harnes, a town steeped in mining history, with several points of interest to explore throughout.
96 km
96 km
Finish: Harnes City centerHarnes: A peaceful town in the Nord-Pas de Calais region
Cycling routes from Harnes:
Gravel Adventure to Courrières Gravel Delights Around Courrières Through the Gravel Paths of Thumeries Scenic gravel ride around Harnes The Mining Landscape Loop Challenging Road Loop with Hill Climbs Gravel adventure through Harnes and surrounding towns Scenic road tour through Harnes and its surroundings Exploring the charming roads of Northern France Challenging road tour from Harnes to Rongy
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