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Mountain bike trails around Trescault offer access to diverse natural landscapes and historical sites within the Hauts-de-France region. The area is characterized by rolling countryside, dense woodlands like the Bois de Bourlon, and picturesque features such as the sources of the Escaut. This terrain provides varied opportunities for off-road cycling, ranging from gentle paths to more challenging routes.
Last updated: May 18, 2026
12
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49.7km
03:31
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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47.0km
03:09
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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50.0km
03:16
160m
160m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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41.1km
02:45
240m
240m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47.7km
03:00
340m
340m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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Memorial to Lieutenant Harcus Strachan who commanded the squadron and was awarded the Victoria Cross.
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This Cistercian abbey was founded in 1132 by Bernard of Clairvaux and grew into a large and influential community within a century. Royal armies camped there as in a fortress and Charles V signed peace with Henry II in 1556. In addition to the sick and outcasts, travellers and pilgrims also found shelter in the hospital. The largest abbey church in Europe stood here with an extraordinary length of 135 metres. On feast days, 3000 meals were provided to the needy in the wide area. After the French Revolution, it was declared national property and an inglorious end followed as an open-air quarry. Now, restored parts remain, such as the abbot's palace with the dormitories and monks' halls with the chapter house next to it. The 7-hectare abbey park is being restored to its former glory. Open March to November (Tue-Sat 10am-12pm and 2pm-5.30pm, Sun 3pm-6.30pm, closed Mondays).
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The Romanesque tower, seemingly lost along the road, was once part of a huge fortification wall, 7 kilometres long and 5 to 6 metres high, built between 1204 and 1238 around the area of Vaucelles. In the 15th century, it was provided with 8 towers, but demolished in 1550 for the construction of the fortifications of Cambrai.
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In terms of nature, the main attraction of Oisy-le-Verger is undoubtedly its marshes. A beautiful environment for mountain biking among ponds, woods, peat, poplar groves and alluvial plains.
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Parts of this gigantic abbey are interesting to visit. The church has disappeared but must have been enormous. Beautiful garden and shop with, among other things, abbey beer.
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The image is really small. We had to search after driving past it for the first time.
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Small statue of Menhir Bouteroue by Palluel near the roundabout. The Sensée valley is known for its mysterious menhirs and dolmens: stones from Lécluse or Aubigny-au-Bac, large boulder from Oisy-le-Verger, ... Most monoliths testify to a primitive religion. Now legends are resurfacing, tongues are wagging and myths still have bright days ahead.
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Vaucelles Abbey is a former monastery of Cistercian monks. Founded in 1131 by Saint Bernard himself.
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There are over 50 mountain bike trails around Trescault, offering a variety of experiences. The network includes 16 easy routes, 36 moderate routes, and 1 difficult route, catering to different skill levels.
Yes, Trescault offers several family-friendly mountain bike trails, particularly among the 16 easy routes available. The region's rolling countryside and woodlands like the Bois de Bourlon provide pleasant and accessible paths suitable for families looking for a less strenuous ride.
The terrain around Trescault is characterized by rolling countryside, dense woodlands such as the Bois de Bourlon, and paths that often pass by picturesque features like the sources of the Escaut. You can expect varied surfaces, from forest tracks to open country paths, offering a mix of ascents and descents.
Yes, many of the mountain bike trails around Trescault are designed as loops. For example, you can explore the varied terrain of the surrounding countryside on the Mountainbike loop from Hermies, or enjoy the Mountainbike loop from Boursies which winds through rolling countryside and past local landmarks.
Mountain bike trails around Trescault often lead past significant landmarks and natural features. You can ride past the historic Vaucelles Abbey, or visit the Vaucelles watering trough, fed by a natural spring. The Canadian Bourlon Wood Memorial is also accessible via trails like the Bourlon Wood Memorial loop from Gouzeaucourt, offering a blend of nature and history.
Absolutely. The Bois de Bourlon is a magnificent and legendary place for mountain biking near Trescault, offering varied terrain suitable for off-road cycling. Its dense woodlands provide a natural setting for exploration and are a highlight for many local riders.
The mountain bike trails around Trescault are highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.4 stars from over 30 reviews. Riders often praise the diverse natural landscapes, the peaceful atmosphere of the woodlands, and the opportunity to combine cycling with visits to historical sites like Abbaye de Vaucelles.
Yes, some routes in the Trescault area are designed to pass by the sources of the Escaut (Scheldt) in nearby Gouy. This area is known for its bucolic countryside and incredibly transparent water, offering picturesque scenery for your ride.
While the majority of trails are easy to moderate, there is 1 difficult mountain bike route available around Trescault for advanced riders seeking a greater challenge. The varied terrain, particularly in areas like the Bois de Bourlon, can also offer more technical sections within moderate routes.
The duration of mountain bike tours around Trescault varies depending on the route and your pace. For example, the Vaucelles Abbey – Tour de l'Échauguette loop from Anneux, which is 29.5 miles (47.4 km) long, typically takes about 3 hours and 10 minutes to complete.
Yes, Trescault offers several longer mountain bike routes. The Mountainbike loop from Hermies, for instance, is 30.9 miles (49.7 km) long and takes approximately 3 hours and 31 minutes to complete, exploring a significant portion of the surrounding countryside.


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