Bachant, a region in the Nord department of the Hauts-de-France, France, is characterized by its tranquil, green landscapes and proximity to significant natural features. The area offers diverse terrain for outdoor activities, including rolling hills, river valleys, and access to extensive forests. This makes Bachant a suitable destination for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, and more.
Outdoor enthusiasts visiting Bachant will find more than 20 routes available across various sports.…
86
Routes
4.4
(74)
Average rating
651
People visited

5.0
(1)
4
riders
44.1km
02:45
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(7)
32
riders
25.8km
01:54
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
18.5km
01:32
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
9
riders
37.5km
02:50
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69.8km
03:02
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
30
riders
160km
07:10
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
18
riders
46.5km
01:57
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.2
(5)
33
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
11
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
44.1km
02:56
310m
310m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

6
riders
13.4km
01:02
70m
70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
(5)
24
hikers
10.6km
02:43
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.5
(2)
11
hikers
7.59km
01:59
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
15
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
4
hikers
8.65km
02:16
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
runners
5.46km
00:37
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
3.77km
00:23
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
10.2km
01:03
60m
60m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
runners
37.1km
04:06
120m
120m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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9
riders
39.7km
02:20
100m
100m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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6
riders
41.9km
02:25
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
27.1km
01:21
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Bachant offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, and Jogging. The region features 20 routes across these sports, explored by over 5,000 visitors. These routes have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars.
Bachant serves as a starting point for road cycling adventures. The region features an alternation of low-traffic paved roads and dirt tracks, with road cycling benefiting from the area's rolling terrain. Komoot offers a dedicated guide for Road Cycling Routes around Bachant.
Yes, Bachant is a good starting point for touring cycling. A notable option is a 31-mile (50 km) bike ride along the Sambre River, offering a scenic immersion through green landscapes. This route is considered of moderate difficulty with gentle ascents and descents. Komoot provides a guide for Cycling around Bachant, which includes touring options.
The area around Bachant provides opportunities for walkers of various levels. The towpaths along the Sambre River offer flat, easy-to-navigate routes. Komoot lists 88 hiking routes around Bachant, and a guide for Hiking around Bachant is available.
While specific mountain biking trails directly within Bachant are not extensively detailed, the nearby Forest of Mormal is a prime location. Located approximately 6 miles (9 km) from Bachant, this expansive forest offers hundreds of kilometers of cycle tracks. A komoot guide for MTB Trails around Bachant is available.
The towpaths along the Sambre River offer flat, easy-to-navigate routes suitable for families. The region's tranquil, green landscapes and low-traffic roads provide a pleasant environment for leisurely rides. Routes with gentle ascents and descents are available for touring and hybrid bikes.
Bachant is close to significant natural features. The Forest of Mormal, the largest forest in the Nord department, is located nearby and offers numerous trails. The Sambre River and its towpaths are central to the scenic appeal, providing peaceful routes. Bachant is also situated within or near the Avesnois Regional Natural Park.
Bachant is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with its 20 routes explored by more than 5,000 visitors. The routes have received an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from nearly 400 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Bachant, including Road Cycling Routes around Bachant, Cycling around Bachant, Hiking around Bachant, MTB Trails around Bachant, and Running Trails around Bachant.
Cycling routes in Bachant vary in difficulty. Some touring/gravel routes, such as the 31-mile (50 km) ride along the Sambre River, are considered of moderate difficulty with gentle ascents and descents. The region's rolling terrain offers options for various skill levels, from easy family outings to more moderate touring adventures.
For local administrative inquiries, the Mairie de Bachant (Town Hall) can be contacted via their website at mairie-bachant.fr or by phone at 03 27 53 61 00. For regional tourism information, Hauts-de-France Tourism can be reached at +33 (0)3.22.22.33.66.

