Loos-En-Gohelle, a region in the Hauts-de-France area of France, is characterized by its unique blend of industrial heritage and revitalized natural spaces. The landscape is defined by its former coal mining history, featuring prominent spoil heaps known as "terrils" which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. These elevated features and the surrounding agricultural lands provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Loos-En-Gohelle offers…
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11
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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363
hikers
9.06km
02:46
180m
180m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4.70km
01:22
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90m
Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4.79km
01:22
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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361
runners
7.23km
00:51
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.6km
01:52
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140m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard run. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7.82km
00:53
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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riders
60.1km
03:48
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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48.6km
03:12
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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48.6km
03:14
270m
270m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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73.4km
05:28
720m
720m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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162
riders
44.9km
02:59
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.4km
02:54
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.3km
02:06
150m
150m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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111
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48.1km
03:04
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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89
riders
46.9km
02:08
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

87
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67.1km
03:18
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

76
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42.9km
01:46
270m
270m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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104km
04:43
830m
830m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32.6km
01:44
130m
130m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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64.3km
03:30
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
30.2km
01:43
110m
110m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Loos-En-Gohelle offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 46 routes across these sports. These activities allow exploration of the unique landscape shaped by its industrial heritage and revitalized natural spaces.
The most prominent features are the towering spoil heaps, known as "terrils," which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. These artificial hills, particularly those of pits 11 and 19, offer panoramic views. Other highlights include historical sites and various viewpoints.
Yes, Loos-En-Gohelle has 11 hiking routes, many of which explore the unique topography of the terrils. Trails range from easy circuits around terrils 74 and 74A to more challenging routes like the "Loos-en-Gohelle slag heap – Spoil heaps 74 and 74a loop." More information can be found in the Hiking around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
Loos-En-Gohelle provides routes for various cycling disciplines, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The area's rehabilitated mining friches and agricultural lands offer a network of paths and quiet roads. Cyclists can find detailed routes in the Cycling around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
Trails in Loos-En-Gohelle feature varied terrain, from the steep inclines of the terrils to flat agricultural lands and rehabilitated brownfields. Hikers and cyclists will encounter a mix of natural paths and developed greenways. The landscape reflects a blend of industrial history and natural regeneration.
The region offers interpretation trails (circuits d'interprétation) that are thematic and generally shorter, ranging from 0.7 to 2.5 miles (1.1 to 4 km). These trails are suitable for families looking for accessible outdoor experiences. Many routes around the terrils also offer varying difficulty levels.
Loos-En-Gohelle is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 26,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 46 available routes have received over 3,300 ratings, averaging 4.43 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Loos-En-Gohelle, covering various sports. These include Hiking around Loos-En-Gohelle, Cycling around Loos-En-Gohelle, Road Cycling Routes around Loos-En-Gohelle, MTB Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle, Running Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle, and Gravel biking around Loos-En-Gohelle.
For official inquiries, the Loos-En-Gohelle town hall can be contacted by phone at +33321698877. Further information is available on the official website, www.loos-en-gohelle.fr.
Yes, Loos-En-Gohelle features 3 mountain biking routes. The varied terrain, including the inclines of the terrils and rehabilitated mining friches, provides suitable conditions for mountain biking. Specific routes can be explored through the MTB Trails around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.
The routes in Loos-En-Gohelle cater to various fitness levels. There are easy hikes and interpretation trails suitable for beginners or families. More challenging routes, particularly those ascending the larger terrils, require good fitness and sure-footedness.
Loos-En-Gohelle offers 5 dedicated road cycling routes. The extensive agricultural land and quiet roads provide suitable conditions for road cyclists. Detailed information on these routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Loos-En-Gohelle guide.

