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Exploring Terrils and Historical Towns
A road cycling route starting from Herlies
Discover the unique terrils and historical towns on this road cycling route
![Map miniature of "Exploring Terrils and Historical Towns" cycling inspiration in Nord-Pas de Calais, France. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/france/nord-pas-de-calais/herlies/road/282915.webp)
Immerse yourself in the fascinating history and natural beauty of the Nord-Pas de Calais region on this road cycling route. With a distance of 70 kilometers and an ascent of 138 meters, this route is suitable for intermediate riders. Highlights along the way include Fournes-en-Weppes, Wahagnies, and Salomé. Fournes-en-Weppes offers picturesque views and charming traditional houses. Wahagnies is known for its historical buildings and quaint streets. Cyclists can explore the unique terrils, or slag heaps, at Terril 113 and Terril 91, which provide a distinctive and breathtaking landscape. Noyelles-sous-Lens and Salomé are two more highlights on this route, with fascinating historical landmarks and natural scenery. This route is perfect for history enthusiasts and those who enjoy a mix of cultural attractions and natural landscapes.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Herlies:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Fournes-en-Weppes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/fournes-en-weppes-5.webp)
![Image of Aubers](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/aubers-5.webp)
![Image of Marquillies](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/marquillies-5.webp)
![Image of Sainghin-en-Weppes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/sainghin-en-weppes-5.webp)
![Image of Salomé](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/salome-5.webp)
![Image of La Bassée](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/la-bassee-5.webp)
![Image of Wavrin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/wavrin-5.webp)
![Image of Violaines](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/violaines-5.webp)
![Image of Billy-Berclau](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/france/nord-pas-de-calais/billy-berclau-5.webp)