♥ OUR FAVORITE
A day of cycling among forests, marshes and heritage
One of our favourite days out for exploring the area around Le Bloemstraete.
Around 26 km (16 miles) · Easy · Full day · Cycling + walking
THE ROUTE
Step by step
01 From Le Bloemstraete
Set off by bike directly from Le Bloemstraete and head towards the forest on your way to the Audomarois marshes.
02 Through the forest
Leave the quiet country roads behind and ride through the forest towards the Audomarois marshes.
03 The marshes by bacôve
Climb aboard a traditional bacôve and discover the Audomarois marshes from the water, accompanied by a guide.
04 A tasty break at La Baguernette
After exploring the marshes, enjoy a well-earned break at La Baguernette and try their speciality: roast suckling pig.
05 A walk through the Romelaëre
After lunch, enjoy a gentle walk through the heart of the Romelaëre nature reserve.
Around 4 km (2.5 miles) on foot, among marshes, ponds and nature.
06 Back via EuroVelo 5
Get back on your bikes and follow the canal along EuroVelo 5, discovering the historic boat lifts and Les Fontinettes along the way, before returning to Le Bloemstraete through the forest.
LE PARCOURS
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Before you sett off
Around 26 km (16 miles)
A relaxed full day
Easy route
Cycling + around 4 km (2.5 miles) on foot
Book your bacôve trip in advance, especially during the high season.
Bring mosquito repellent so you can fully enjoy the walking sections and your lunch break.
This day out is just a suggestion, not a fixed itinerary: take your time, shorten a stop or stay a little longer wherever you like.
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