View of the Canal de Roubaix – La Marque Canal Towpath loop from Fives

France

Northern France

View of the Canal de Roubaix – La Marque Canal Towpath loop from Fives

Easy

4.6

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View of the Canal de Roubaix – La Marque Canal Towpath loop from Fives

01:41

34.5km

80m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 2.34 km for 180 m

Dismount required: • 11:00 AM-10:00 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.6 km

View of the Canal de Roubaix

Highlight • Viewpoint

The view is quite nice at this location, the houses on the other side of the canal give a clean, bright impression. Tidy, no litter about and a tranquil surrounding

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13.5 km

La Marque Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Perfect coating for Gravel or cycle ride, very pleasant environment. Tested and approved.

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16.8 km

Croix to Wasquehal Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Continuation of the classic towpaths around Lille

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21.3 km

Château de La Fontaine

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The Château de la Fontaine à Croix is a majestic 19th century residence which houses the Institut Fontaine, a place of well-being and permaculture. You can discover the 40-hectare park …

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24.2 km

Chemin des lacs

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Departure from Flers Bourg, direction the urban park. Then to the left of Lac du Héron. Direction Hem and follow the expressway. Arrival in Lannoy. Then fork towards the industrial …

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25.8 km

Heron Lake

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Avoid riding there on weekends or when the weather is nice, there are people walking there!

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27.5 km

There are some decent MTB trail sections in this location. Quite narrow single track. You have to watch out for the exposed tree roots, there are plenty along these tracks. Fun to ride on and off road sections.

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28.2 km