The Battlefield Loop

A road cycling route starting from Perenchies

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Through the historic battlefields of Beaucamps-Ligny, Cuinchy, Lestrem, and Houplines

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Map miniature of "The Battlefield Loop" cycling inspiration in Nord-Pas de Calais, France. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner

This round-trip cycling route takes you through the historic battlefields of World War I in the Nord-Pas de Calais region. Starting near Pérenchies, you'll ride through picturesque countryside as you pass through Beaucamps-Ligny, where an intense battle took place during the war. Continuing on, you'll reach Cuinchy, a village that witnessed heavy fighting and serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made. As you pedal further, Lestrem and Houplines will come into view, both sites of significant clashes during the conflict.

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Start: Pérenchies Village center

Pérenchies: Road cycling in Pérenchies offers a mix of flat terrain and rolling hills.

Pérenchies is a small locality located in the Nord-Pas de Calais region of France. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers relatively flat terrain with some rolling hills. The roads are generally smooth and well-maintained, making it ideal for road cycling. However, there aren't any famous cycling spots or well-known climbs in the immediate vicinity. Overall, Pérenchies is a decent locality for road cycling, but it may lack the excitement and challenge of more hilly areas.