Contescourt is a small commune located in the Aisne department of the Hauts-de-France region in northern France. This area provides a serene backdrop for outdoor activities, characterized by tranquil landscapes and an extensive network of paths and canals. The most prominent natural feature impacting outdoor pursuits in Contescourt is the Canal de Saint-Quentin, offering accessible and scenic routes. The verdant environment and gentle terrain make it suitable for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
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4.1
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Average rating
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4.6
(23)
47
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
12
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
8
hikers
11.3km
02:54
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
14
hikers
9.24km
02:23
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(1)
19
runners
9.73km
01:01
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
31
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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19
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
9.24km
00:59
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(19)
64
riders
34.2km
01:57
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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26
riders
54.7km
03:42
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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19
riders
49.1km
02:56
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
67.0km
03:53
330m
330m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
riders
76.0km
03:15
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
42.7km
01:42
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
40.2km
01:40
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
45.5km
01:53
210m
210m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.4
(11)
33
riders
32.5km
01:50
120m
120m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
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24
riders
39.0km
02:17
180m
180m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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15
riders
61.1km
03:31
130m
130m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
23
riders
25.5km
01:15
50m
50m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
riders
41.9km
02:29
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1
riders
28.7km
01:38
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
28.1km
01:49
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
15.2km
00:51
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Contescourt and its surrounding areas offer various outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. More than 8,000 visitors have explored routes in the region, which hold an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
Hiking opportunities in Contescourt include routes along the Canal de Saint-Quentin Path, which is largely flat and accessible. Other trails explore river sources and wooded sections in the broader Aisne department. For detailed routes, refer to the Hiking around Contescourt guide.
Road cyclists can find relatively flat routes along the Canal de Saint-Quentin. The region features cycling tours across agricultural landscapes with gentle elevation changes. More information on routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Contescourt guide.
Mountain biking trails around Contescourt combine natural scenery along the Saint-Quentin canal with forest passages and agricultural paths. The Aisne department offers circuits with varied terrain. Explore specific routes in the MTB Trails around Contescourt guide.
The Canal de Saint-Quentin Path offers largely flat and accessible routes suitable for leisurely walks and jogging, which can be family-friendly. Nearby natural areas like Parc d'Isle in Saint-Quentin also provide trails for walking and running. These routes are generally suitable for various skill levels.
Specific regulations for dogs on trails in Contescourt are not universally defined. It is advisable to check local signage or contact the Mairie de Contescourt for rules regarding specific paths or natural areas. Generally, dogs are permitted on many public paths if kept on a leash.
Routes in Contescourt have been explored by more than 8,000 visitors, with an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars. Popular options include sections of the Canal de Saint-Quentin Path for hiking and cycling. Komoot users frequently share their experiences on various routes in the region.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Contescourt, including Hiking around Contescourt, Road Cycling Routes around Contescourt, Running Trails around Contescourt, and MTB Trails around Contescourt.
The Mairie (town hall) of Contescourt can be reached by phone at +33323605422. The email address is mairie.contescourt@wanadoo.fr. The physical address is Mairie de Contescourt, Place Raphaël-Wilbert, 02680 Contescourt.
Generally, permits are not required for hiking on public trails in the Aisne department. However, specific regulations may apply to private lands or protected natural reserves. It is advisable to check local rules for any particular area before starting an activity.
The terrain around Contescourt is characterized by tranquil landscapes, including vast plains, agricultural fields, and wooded sections. Routes along the Canal de Saint-Quentin are largely flat. The broader Hauts-de-France region often includes gentle elevation changes.

