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The Bethune Beauty Ride


A road cycling route starting from Merville

Experience the beauty of Bethune and its surroundings on this scenic road cycling route.

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With a distance of 66 km and a total ascent of 193 m, the Bethune Beauty Ride is perfect for cyclists looking for a shorter but beautiful road cycling route. This moderately easy route takes you through breathtaking landscapes and charming towns in the Nord-Pas de Calais region. Highlights along the way include Vendin-lès-Béthune, Cauchy-à-la-Tour, Norrent-Fontes, Isbergues, Steenbecque, and Merville. These towns offer a mix of picturesque countryside views, historical landmarks, and lively local scenes.

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66 km
193 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Merville Village center
Merville: Navigating scenic countryside and tackling the famous climb of Monts des Cats from Merville.
Merville is a town situated in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, Merville provides a mix of road and gravel cycling routes through picturesque countryside. The area is also a great starting point for taking on the challenge of climbing Monts des Cats, a well-known climb in the region.
Vendin-lès-BéthuneVillage
Vendin-lès-Béthune is a small village with stunning countryside views and a rich history.
Cauchy-à-la-TourVillage
Cauchy-à-la-Tour is a charming town known for its beautiful architecture and vibrant cultural events.
Norrent-FontesVillage
Norrent-Fontes is a quaint village that offers a peaceful atmosphere and picturesque cycling routes.
IsberguesVillage
Isbergues is a small town with a tranquil canal and stunning landscapes, perfect for a relaxing bike ride.
SteenbecqueVillage
Steenbecque is a picturesque village surrounded by lush green fields and charming historic houses.
MervilleVillage
Merville is the starting and ending point of the route and offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and historical landmarks.
Finish: Merville Village center
Merville: Navigating scenic countryside and tackling the famous climb of Monts des Cats from Merville.

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