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The Round Basin – Bassin Rond Cycle Path loop from Cambrai

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Northern France

The Round Basin – Bassin Rond Cycle Path loop from Cambrai

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The Round Basin – Bassin Rond Cycle Path loop from Cambrai

02:22

34.9km

80m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.8 km for 141 m

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633 m

Gate to Cambrai

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The Porte de Paris in Cambrai is an impressive remnant of the old city defences. Originally built to protect the southern entrance to the city, this gate dates from the end of the 14th century. The architecture of the gate is typical of the style of the time, with sturdy stone structures designed to withstand attacks.
The Porte de Paris is part of what was once a four-kilometre-long city wall, reinforced by around fifty towers and seven gates. This gate is one of the few remaining parts of these defences and offers a fascinating insight into medieval military architecture.

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9.19 km

Ecluse de Thun Leveque

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The Thun Leveque lock is a double lock located on the Scheldt canal, between the municipalities of Thun-l'Évêque and Iwuy, in the Nord department. It allows boats to overcome a difference in height of 2.5 meters between the two reaches of the canal. It is part of a series of five double locks which were built between 1825 and 1830 to improve navigation on the canalized Scheldt1. The Thun Leveque lock has been classified as a historic monument since 19922. It is surrounded by a landscaped park which dates from the 19th century and which belongs to the domain of the Château de Hamel, an 18th century residence which is also protected as architectural heritage3. The Thun Leveque lock is a place of passage and discovery for boaters, cyclists and hikers who use the Scheldt canal or the greenway which runs along it.

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9.85 km

Castle

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Stately castle of the Herbais de Thun family

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13.3 km

Canalised nature trail 🌳🦆

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The towpath is currently being renovated.

It will be resurfaced from Bassin-Rond to Cambrai.
The path will be made of smooth gravel.

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17.6 km

The Round Basin

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Le Bassin Rond is a former water garage in Bouchain, France. It was constructed to enable the connection between the Canal de l'Escaut and the Sensée1. It is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists, with a 5-kilometre trail along the banks that invites you to go back in time2. There is also a sailing school called Center Départemental De Plein Air Du Bassin Rond CDPA where you can learn to sail and practice other water sports

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17.8 km