Vendegies-Au-Bois is a rural commune in the Nord department of the Hauts-de-France region, offering a serene setting for outdoor activities. Its landscape is characterized by open fields and wooded areas, benefiting from its location within the Communauté de communes du Pays de Mormal and proximity to the Avesnois Regional Natural Park. This environment provides a peaceful backdrop for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
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74
riders
41.2km
02:46
220m
220m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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41
riders
51.4km
03:37
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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38
riders
75.6km
04:55
450m
450m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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22
riders
51.2km
03:34
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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27
riders
94.0km
04:06
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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7.43km
00:26
30m
30m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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14.6km
00:37
110m
110m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

10
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38.1km
01:38
290m
290m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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21
runners
10.5km
01:06
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
18.8km
02:00
80m
80m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.28km
00:57
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
7.51km
00:50
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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10
hikers
8.50km
02:13
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
9.36km
02:26
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
4.63km
01:11
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11
riders
27.1km
01:54
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
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47.7km
03:29
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.1km
01:33
120m
120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
riders
32.3km
01:53
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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46.9km
03:07
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
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55.5km
03:42
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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48.7km
03:03
290m
290m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Vendegies-Au-Bois offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, and Jogging. The region features 4 routes across these sports, with more than 4,000 visitors sharing experiences on komoot.
Mountain biking in Vendegies-Au-Bois leverages the nearby Mormal Forest, which hosts a 30-mile [48 km] network of marked trails. These trails feature directional posts and footbridges, offering varied terrain. For specific routes, consult the MTB Trails around Vendegies-Au-Bois guide.
The mountain biking network in Mormal Forest, accessible from Vendegies-Au-Bois, includes marked trails suitable for various skill levels. While specific 'easy' designations are not provided, the network offers diverse paths. Users can filter routes by difficulty on komoot to find suitable options.
Hiking routes around Vendegies-Au-Bois explore local paths, fields, and forests. Options include a notable 'boucle de vendegies au bois' (loop of Vendegies-Au-Bois). The trail 'En passant par la chapelle des Prés' starts from the village church. More details are available in the Hiking around Vendegies-Au-Bois guide.
Yes, Vendegies-Au-Bois offers peaceful rural roads and country lanes suitable for road cycling. The broader Avesnois region also features the 'Réseau Points-Noeuds vélo Avesnois (RPN)' with hundreds of miles of tranquil routes. The Road Cycling Routes around Vendegies-Au-Bois guide provides specific options.
Outdoor activities in Vendegies-Au-Bois are well-regarded on komoot, with an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars. More than 4,000 visitors have shared their experiences and ratings for the 4 available routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Vendegies-Au-Bois, covering various sports. These include MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Hiking, and Running Trails.
Vendegies-Au-Bois, with its peaceful rural roads, country lanes, and varied hiking paths, offers suitable environments for family outdoor activities. The Mormal Forest network also provides marked trails that can be explored by families. Users can filter routes on komoot for family-friendly options.
The region's rural character and proximity to natural areas like Mormal Forest generally allow for dog-friendly outdoor activities. However, specific regulations regarding dogs on trails or in certain areas should be verified locally. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash.
The terrain for mountain biking in the Vendegies-Au-Bois area, particularly within the Mormal Forest network, features a mix of ascents and descents. The broader region has altitudes ranging from 144 to 335 feet [44 to 102 meters]. Trails are marked and include natural features like footbridges.
Vendegies-Au-Bois is characterized by its tranquil rural landscape, featuring open fields and wooded areas. It benefits from its location within the Avesnois Regional Natural Park and proximity to the Mormal Forest, one of the largest forests in the Nord department. The village also has a château surrounded by moats and a pond.
For administrative inquiries regarding Vendegies-Au-Bois, the local Mairie (Town Hall) can be contacted. The phone number for the Mairie is +33 3 27 27 21 17. The official commune website is currently under construction.
Yes, touring cycling is an available activity in Vendegies-Au-Bois, utilizing the peaceful rural roads and country lanes. The broader Avesnois region offers extensive networks like the 'Réseau Points-Noeuds vélo Avesnois (RPN)' for custom bicycle tours. The Cycling around Vendegies-Au-Bois guide provides relevant routes.

