Promenade de l’Éclusier
Description
Start near the Mosan Gothic-style Church of Saint-Martin, which has been listed since 1970. It boasts a bulbous bell tower and a 15th-century tabernacle. Follow a narrow path that provides access to the trail to ‘Gros Rouloy’. This itinerary is popular for its humid grasslands. Part of the Sambre river is ‘Natura 2000’-listed, due to the exceptional flora and fauna found there. Tarpans and a Shetland pony help to maintain the reserve without mechanical assistance. The wetlands are a site used by aquatic birds, as well as the northern crested newt, for breeding, migration and overwintering. Small white and yellow water lilies add a pretty splash of colour to the landscape.
Technical informations
5.8 km
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max. 149 m
min. 121 m
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Styles : In the countryIn town Theme : Waterfront | ||||
Altimetric profile
Starting point
Points of interest
Ferme de l'Abbaye
Part of the enclosing wall and a few outbuildings are all that remain of this Benedictine abbey founded towards 654 A.D. by St. Landelin (Landelinus).
Réserve naturelle de Labuissière
An opportunity to relax in this green area covering some 50 hectares and a tapestry of wetlands, featuring Camargue horses, Tarpans and a Shetland pony.
Lieu dit "Gros Rouloy"
Take the quiet, rural dirt track leading to the "Gros Rouloy", named after the large roller that was once used to compact the paths
ST.Martin's church
Pay a visit to this 15th century Gothic-style building boasting several must-see items, such as the La Jonchière family coat of arms, the relics of St. Quirinus and splendid furniture
Additional information
Signalétique (EN)
N1 (Pedestrian) - Green
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