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The Road Adventure


A road cycling route starting from Roeulx

Embark on a thrilling road adventure through the stunning landscapes of Rœulx

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This road route offers a thrilling adventure through the picturesque landscapes of Rœulx. With a challenging ascent of 390 meters and a distance of 80 kilometers, this route is ideal for cyclists looking to test their endurance and skills on the road. Enjoy the beautiful views, conquer the rolling hills, and experience the joy of road cycling.

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80 km
390 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Rœulx Village center
Rœulx: Experience a blend of smooth rides and cobbled challenges as you explore Rœulx and its surroundings.
Rœulx, situated in Nord-Pas de Calais, France, is a delightful locality for road and gravel cyclists. The region offers a mix of flat terrain and gentle rolling hills, providing versatile routes for riders of various skill levels. The nearby Parc Naturel Scarpe-Escaut is a great destination for cyclists with its well-maintained paths and tranquil scenery. Within manageable distance from Rœulx, cyclists also have access to the iconic cobbled sections known as pavés, including those featured in the prestigious Paris-Roubaix race. Rœulx is an excellent choice for riders looking to combine picturesque landscapes with a taste of cycling history.
LourchesVillage
Lourches is a small village with a rich industrial history and beautiful traditional houses
HaspresVillage
Haspres is known for its charming windmills and picturesque countryside
CaudryTown
Caudry is famous for its delicate lace-making industry and the stunning Sainte Maxellende Church
EsnesVillage
Esnes is a historic village with a medieval castle and quaint streets filled with traditional houses
Mont sur l'Œuvre92 mPeak
Mont sur l'Œuvre offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and is home to the beautiful Chapel Saint-Hubert
ProvilleVillage
Proville is known for its impressive neo-Gothic church and the stunning Château de Proville
MastaingVillage
Mastaing is a charming village with cobbled streets, traditional houses, and a rich history
Terril de RoeulxViewpoint
Terril de Roeulx, a coal mining slag heap turned recreation area, offers spectacular panoramic views of the region
Finish: Rœulx Village center
Rœulx: Experience a blend of smooth rides and cobbled challenges as you explore Rœulx and its surroundings.

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