Between vineyards and heritage

Description

This 50 km cycling circuit, starting from the Domaine du Chant d'Éole, offers a complete immersion in the heart of the region's rural landscapes and exceptional heritage.

From the renowned Chant d'Éole vineyards, the route takes you through peaceful, rolling countryside towards the Vignoble des Agaises (Ruffus), another jewel in the crown of Belgian viticulture. All along the way, country roads and bucolic lanes offer an authentic experience of nature, terroir and local know-how.

This tour takes you to some major heritage sites. You'll discover the Spiennes Neolithic Mines, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a unique testimony to mankind's earliest mining activities. The route also takes you to the Saint-Symphorien Military Cemetery, a sober international memorial site renowned for its exceptional character and moving history.

The route passes by the Château d'Havré, an elegant medieval vestige nestled in a green setting, and also one of the region's most emblematic technical sites: the Thieu Boat Lifts, a UNESCO World Heritage engineering masterpiece that bears witness to the industrial ingenuity of the Canal du Centre.

Between vineyards, memories, medieval heritage and industrial prowess, this tour offers a complete and varied loop, ideal for cycling enthusiasts.

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