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France
Hauts-De-France
Lille
Villeneuve-D'Ascq

Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Ascq

Moderate

4.0

(1)

201

runners

Heron Lake – Heron Lake loop from Ascq

01:22

12.9km

30m

Running

Moderate run. 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 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Réserve naturelle du Héron

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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5.64 km

Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

One of the most beautiful places to walk in the Lille Metropolis

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2

6.24 km

Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

Avoid riding there on weekends or when the weather is nice, there are people walking there!

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3

7.29 km

Colline de Marchenelle

Highlight • Natural Monument

The hill is a former mining site. You can run up the hill and enjoy the view of the city and the countryside. The hill trail is steep and suitable for experienced runners.

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8.64 km

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Highlight • Historical Site

Surrounded by the vast greenery of the Parc du Héron, the pavilion offers a peaceful place in the heart of Villeneuve d'Ascq. Around this former hunting lodge, you can enjoy …

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9.21 km

Chemin de Brigode

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

small single track making it easier to avoid the many walkers. Slippery roots in wet weather

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6

12.2 km

Memorial 1944

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I did not know about this massacre...

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12.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.89 km

1.47 km

791 m

781 m

Surfaces

6.53 km

2.40 km

1.75 km

1.06 km

859 m

307 m

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Thursday 9 July

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