Selles Lock – Along the canalized Escaut loop from Cambrai
Selles Lock – Along the canalized Escaut loop from Cambrai
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Selles Lock – Along the canalized Escaut loop from Cambrai
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7.78km
10m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: March 29, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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845 m
Selles Lock
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The lock is located near the Château de Selles, a medieval castle originally built in the 13th century and later modified and expanded. The castle and lock are important historical monuments in Cambrai and attract many visitors interested in the history and heritage of the region.
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Along the canalized Escaut
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The canalisation of the Scheldt began between Cambrai and Bruay-sur-l'Escaut between 1772 and 1784. The Canal de l'Escaut connects to the Canal de Saint-Quentin in Cambrai, which allows a continuous river link to the Paris Basin via the Seine. This infrastructure played a crucial role in the economic development of the region, facilitating the transport of goods and supporting the industrialisation of the towns along its route.
Today, the Canalised Scheldt continues to be used for both commercial transport and recreational activities, contributing to the local economy and tourism.
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Cantimpré Lock
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The lock is equipped with two lock chambers, each 38 metres long and 5 metres wide, making it accessible to Flemish peniches and facilitating shipping. The lock is located at the junction of the canalised Scheldt and the Saint-Quentin Canal, and was part of the important port of Cantimpré, which was built in 1862.
Today, the port of Cantimpré is mainly a pleasure port, but in the past it was a busy trading post with more than a hundred ships passing through every day.
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7.78 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.31 km
1.87 km
594 m
Surfaces
3.22 km
3.05 km
1.37 km
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< 100 m
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