Bailleul, a region in the Monts de Flandre, offers a diverse landscape for outdoor enthusiasts. Nestled within the distinctive hills of the Monts de Flandre, such as Mont des Cats and Mont Noir, the area provides varied terrain ranging from challenging ascents to rolling countryside and flat plains. This blend of elevations, dense forests, agricultural fields, and the scenic Lys Valley creates a dynamic environment suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, and more. Its unique…
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4.3
(10)
35
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(3)
35
hikers
13.3km
03:32
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
hikers
6.86km
01:49
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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24
hikers
11.9km
03:08
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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21
riders
48.2km
03:07
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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100.0km
06:15
1,060m
1,060m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
49.4km
03:05
440m
430m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.0
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125
riders
33.7km
02:37
400m
400m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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4.5
(33)
556
riders
70.4km
05:01
800m
800m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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65
riders
38.5km
02:53
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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18
riders
33.6km
02:20
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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14
riders
21.5km
01:29
220m
220m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
(4)
378
runners
22.2km
02:30
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

88
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28.0km
02:54
30m
30m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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171
runners
17.2km
01:54
260m
260m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

34
runners
15.2km
01:34
20m
20m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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96
riders
122km
05:00
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

72
riders
114km
05:03
720m
720m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

32
riders
60.6km
02:55
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
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31
riders
78.3km
03:18
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
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65
riders
51.3km
03:43
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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29
riders
34.9km
02:12
380m
380m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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19
riders
55.8km
03:52
740m
740m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
27.9km
01:55
310m
310m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bailleul offers a variety of outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, hiking, road cycling, and gravel biking. The region features over 500 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests and skill levels.
Over 8,000 visitors have explored routes in Bailleul on Komoot. The region's outdoor offerings have an average rating of 4.51 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Bailleul provides numerous touring cycling routes, with 130 specifically categorized for this sport. The "Véloroute des Flandres (V364)" offers nearly 60 miles (100 km) of journey through green landscapes. For more information, consult the Cycling around Bailleul guide.
Mountain bikers can find 54 dedicated trails in Bailleul, ranging from beginner singletracks to more challenging downhill sections. The Monts de Flandre provide varied terrain for an invigorating experience. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Bailleul guide.
Bailleul offers 110 hiking routes that wind through forests, fields, and along scenic viewpoints. The Monts de Flandre, including Mont des Cats and Mont Noir, provide diverse landscapes for walkers. Detailed information is available in the Hiking around Bailleul guide.
Bailleul features 151 road cycling routes, including popular loops like the "Mont des Cats – Mont Noir (West) loop from Bailleul." Routes connecting Lille to Bailleul offer panoramic views over the French Flanders plain. The Road Cycling Routes around Bailleul guide provides further details.
Outdoor routes in Bailleul traverse the Monts de Flandre, including hills like Mont des Cats and Mont Noir. The area also features rolling countryside, dense forests, agricultural fields, and the scenic Lys Valley. A national botanical conservatory with a 9,000 m² wild plant garden is also present.
Bailleul's outdoor routes often pass by or offer views of significant landmarks. The town itself, rebuilt in Neo-Flemish style, features a UNESCO World Heritage Site belfry. This belfry provides magnificent views of the surrounding plains and the Monts de Flandre.
Komoot offers several guides for Bailleul, including Cycling around Bailleul, MTB Trails around Bailleul, Running Trails around Bailleul, Hiking around Bailleul, Road Cycling Routes around Bailleul, and Gravel biking around Bailleul.
The official website for Bailleul is bailleul.com. For specific heritage route information, visitors can consult the Monts de Flandre tourist office.
The phone number for Bailleul tourism information is +41 (0)225523200. This number can provide general assistance for visitors to the region.

