Loos-En-Gohelle, a region in the Hauts-de-France area of France, is characterized by its unique blend of industrial heritage and revitalized natural spaces. The landscape is defined by its former coal mining history, featuring prominent spoil heaps known as "terrils" which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. These elevated features and the surrounding agricultural lands provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.07km
01:09
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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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7.23km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard run. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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48.7km
03:11
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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46.7km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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43.2km
01:48
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51.2km
02:32
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:28
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.6km
01:49
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140m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Loos-En-Gohelle offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 46 routes across these sports. These activities allow exploration of the unique landscape shaped by its industrial heritage and revitalized natural spaces.
The most prominent features are the towering spoil heaps, known as "terrils," which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. These artificial hills, particularly those of pits 11 and 19, offer panoramic views. Other highlights include historical sites and various viewpoints.
Yes, Loos-En-Gohelle has 11 hiking routes, many of which explore the unique topography of the terrils. Trails range from easy circuits around terrils 74 and 74A to more challenging routes like the "Loos-en-Gohelle slag heap – Spoil heaps 74 and 74a loop." More information can be found in the Hiking around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
Loos-En-Gohelle provides routes for various cycling disciplines, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area's rehabilitated mining friches and agricultural lands offer a network of paths and quiet roads. Cyclists can find detailed routes in the Cycling around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
Trails in Loos-En-Gohelle feature varied terrain, from the steep inclines of the terrils to flat agricultural lands and rehabilitated brownfields. Hikers and cyclists will encounter a mix of natural paths and developed greenways. The landscape reflects a blend of industrial history and natural regeneration.
The region offers interpretation trails (circuits d'interprétation) that are thematic and generally shorter, ranging from 0.7 to 2.5 miles (1.1 to 4 km). These trails are suitable for families looking for accessible outdoor experiences. Many routes around the terrils also offer varying difficulty levels.
Loos-En-Gohelle is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 26,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 46 available routes have received over 3,300 ratings, averaging 4.43 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Loos-En-Gohelle, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Loos-En-Gohelle, Cycling around Loos-En-Gohelle, Road Cycling Routes around Loos-En-Gohelle, MTB Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle, Running Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle, and Gravel biking around Loos-En-Gohelle.
For official inquiries, the Loos-En-Gohelle town hall can be contacted by phone at +33321698877. Further information is available on the official website, www.loos-en-gohelle.fr.
Yes, Loos-En-Gohelle features 3 mountain biking routes. The varied terrain, including the inclines of the terrils and rehabilitated mining friches, provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. Specific routes can be explored through the MTB Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
The routes in Loos-En-Gohelle cater to various fitness levels. There are easy hikes and interpretation trails suitable for beginners or families. More challenging routes, particularly those ascending the larger terrils, require good fitness and sure-footedness.
Loos-En-Gohelle offers 5 dedicated road cycling routes. The extensive agricultural land and quiet roads provide suitable conditions for road cyclists. Detailed information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.

