Bettrechies is a commune located in the Nord department of France, nestled within the Avesnois Regional Natural Park. This region is characterized by its varied terrain, earning it the nickname 'Petite Suisse du Nord' due to its undulating landscape of hills and valleys. The Hogneau valley and areas like the Bois d'Encade nature reserve offer diverse natural features, including riverbanks, hedged pastures, and forests, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
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4.2
(28)
102
hikers
10.3km
02:43
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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103
hikers
11.0km
02:55
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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111
hikers
16.2km
04:19
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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94
hikers
5.65km
01:31
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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9
riders
26.1km
01:36
190m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
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32.6km
02:04
230m
230m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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15
riders
23.4km
01:58
230m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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12
riders
26.6km
01:36
180m
180m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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269
runners
30.0km
03:23
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
12.8km
01:23
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.89km
00:57
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
8.69km
00:56
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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13
riders
49.0km
03:33
420m
420m
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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212
riders
47.9km
03:30
480m
480m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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78
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34.2km
02:31
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.2
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27
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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27
riders
36.1km
01:33
240m
240m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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11
riders
47.6km
02:03
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
30.8km
01:26
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

10
riders
34.7km
01:29
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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7
riders
60.3km
03:56
370m
370m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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60.7km
03:39
430m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.3km
02:23
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2
riders
29.3km
01:48
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bettrechies offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 4 routes across these sports. These routes have been explored by more than 11,000 visitors.
Bettrechies is situated within the Avesnois Regional Natural Park and is known as the 'Petite Suisse du Nord' due to its undulating terrain. The landscape includes hills, valleys, and the Hogneau valley. It also features hedged pastures and extensive forests.
Yes, Bettrechies has hiking trails, including the historical 'Sentier des carriers' which is approximately 2.8 miles (4.5 km) long. There are 2 hiking routes available on komoot. More information can be found in the Hiking around Bettrechies guide.
The Bois d'Encade nature reserve is a significant natural feature in Bettrechies, protecting a section of the Hogneau riverbanks. This reserve supports diverse flora and fauna, including over 170 animal species and 106 plant species. The broader Avesnois Regional Natural Park also offers verdant nature and bocage landscapes.
Bettrechies provides options for various cycling activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. There is 1 touring bicycle route available. Guides such as Cycling around Bettrechies and MTB Trails around Bettrechies offer route suggestions.
Yes, Bettrechies has trails suitable for jogging. There is 1 jogging route available on komoot. The Running Trails around Bettrechies guide provides more details on these routes.
Routes in Bettrechies have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,200 individual ratings. Over 11,000 visitors have shared their experiences in the area.
The region's history of marble and blue stone exploitation has shaped the landscape. The 'Sentier des carriers' (Quarrymen's Path) is a 2.8-mile (4.5 km) hiking trail that allows visitors to discover the history of stone extraction and processing in the area.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Bettrechies to help plan outdoor activities. These include guides for Hiking, MTB Trails, Cycling, Running Trails, Road Cycling, and Gravel biking.
The official website for the commune of Bettrechies is https://bettrechies.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie (Town Hall) of Bettrechies can be reached by phone. The contact number is 03 27 39 85 42.
The varied landscape of Bettrechies, with its diverse trails and natural features, offers options for different activity levels. The presence of nature reserves and historical paths suggests routes that can be enjoyed by families. Specific family-friendly routes can be identified by checking route details on komoot.
The 'Petite Suisse du Nord' designation indicates an undulating landscape with hills and valleys. This type of terrain often provides opportunities for scenic viewpoints along its trails. Exploring routes within the Avesnois Regional Natural Park may reveal such locations.

