Historic Battlefields Road Trip
A road cycling route starting from Loon-Plage
Explore the historic battlefields of Flanders on this road cycling route.
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Delve into the rich history of Flanders on this road cycling route through the region's historic battlefields. With a total distance of 102 km and an ascent of 118 meters, it offers both a challenging ride and an opportunity to learn about the area's past. The route takes you through Dunkirk, Dunes Marchand, Bray-Dunes, Izenberge, Westvleteren, Wormhout, Brouckerque, and ends at Loon-Plage. Highlights along the way include the historic city of Dunkirk and the iconic Westvleteren Abbey.
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Loon-Plage Village centerLoon-Plage: Discover the beauty of Loon-Plage on two wheels
Loon-Plage, located in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France, offers a pleasant cycling experience for road and gravel cyclists. The locality provides well-constructed roads and cycling paths, allowing cyclists to explore its coastal beauty and charming landscapes. One notable cycling spot nearby is the Mont Noir, a renowned climb loved by cyclists for its challenging slopes and panoramic views. With good infrastructure and scenic routes, Loon-Plage is a favorable location for cycling enthusiasts.12 km
12 km
DunkirkCityExplore the historic city of Dunkirk and learn about its important role in World War II, with the evacuation of Allied soldiers during the Battle of Dunkirk.
22 km
22 km
Dunes MarchandViewpointVisit the sandy dunes of Dunes Marchand and enjoy the peacefulness of the surrounding natural landscape.
23 km
23 km
Bray-DunesVillageExperience the coastal beauty of Bray-Dunes and take in the stunning views of the North Sea.
41 km
41 km
IzenbergeHamletStop in Izenberge and visit its historic church, which played a significant role during World War II.
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52 km
WestvleterenVillageDiscover the famous Westvleteren Abbey and learn about its revered Trappist beers.
75 km
75 km
WormhoutVillageExplore the town of Wormhout and visit its historic town hall, known for its intricate Gothic architecture.
93 km
93 km
BrouckerqueVillagePass through Brouckerque and admire its traditional windmills and charming canals.
102 km
102 km
Loon-PlageVillageReturn to Loon-Plage and relax on its beautiful sandy beaches or enjoy the views from the harbor area.
102 km
102 km
Finish: Loon-Plage Village centerLoon-Plage: Discover the beauty of Loon-Plage on two wheels
Cycling routes from Loon-Plage:
Scenic road ride around Grande-Synthe, Dunkirk, Uxem, Bergues, and Craywick Loop through Cappelle-Brouck, Belvédère du Tir à l'Arc, Moulle, Boisdinghem, Tournehem-sur-la-Hem, Vieille-Église, and Loon-Plage Coastal Gravel Adventure Flatland Road Ride Cycling tour from Grande-Synthe to Armbouts-Cappel, Bierne, Drincham, and Craywick Dunes and Countryside Gravel Loop Gravel route from Bourbourg to Loon-Plage via Ruminghem, Quercamps, Mont Lambert, Balinghem, Oye-Plage, Gravelines, and Loon-Plage Loon-Plage Loop Historic Battlefields Road Trip Loop around Loon-Plage through Looberghe, Mont de Watten, Serques, Mentque-Nortbécourt, Zouafques, Nouvelle-Église, and Loon-Plage Loon-Plage Round-Trip
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