Comines-Warneton, a region situated at the western edge of the Hainaut Province, borders France and Flanders, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. The area features the meandering Lys River with its rural banks and towpaths, the historically significant Comines-Ypres Canal, and extensive Natura 2000 areas like the nature reserves of Ploegsteert, Parc de la Lys, and Vert Digue. These natural settings, alongside the Bois de Ploegsteert, provide varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road…
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113
riders
101km
06:20
1,050m
1,050m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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349
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63.2km
03:47
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.6km
02:37
170m
170m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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38.6km
02:22
320m
320m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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306
runners
8.23km
00:51
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
01:04
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.43km
00:40
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

47
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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252
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74.1km
04:26
300m
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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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102
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51.1km
03:16
220m
220m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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34.4km
02:04
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170m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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51.0km
03:15
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.0
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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65
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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102km
04:02
290m
290m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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109
hikers
8.70km
02:15
50m
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.1km
02:55
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.1km
02:34
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.3km
03:08
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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50.8km
03:40
870m
870m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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44.0km
02:12
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40.3km
02:24
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
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111km
05:36
310m
310m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Comines-Warneton offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 300 routes across these sports. Komoot users have rated these routes with an average of 4.53 stars.
Touring cycling routes in Comines-Warneton often utilize the towpaths of the Lys River and the RAVeL 69A along the old railway line. The 'Blue Square' is a 56-mile (90 km) circuit primarily along waterways, connecting the Lille-Kortrijk-Tournai Eurométropole. More information is available in the Cycling around Comines-Warneton guide.
Yes, Comines-Warneton features mountain biking trails, including the 'Heuvelland MTB ride.' This is a 62-mile (100 km) signposted route with elevation changes, incorporating natural sites and WWI remembrance spots. Further details are in the MTB Trails around Comines-Warneton guide.
Road cycling enthusiasts can find routes like the 'VDB Ride,' a 47-mile (76 km) circuit that follows the training roads of cycling champion Frank Vandenbroucke. This route features varied landscapes and some climbs. The Road Cycling Routes around Comines-Warneton guide provides additional options.
The 'VALYS' route offers a family-friendly, educational walk along the Lys River, featuring interactive modules illustrating the river's biodiversity. The region also has more than 80 hiking routes. The Hiking around Comines-Warneton guide lists various options.
Comines-Warneton features the Lys River with its rural banks and towpaths, and the Comines-Ypres Canal, known for its diverse flora and fauna. The region also includes Natura 2000 sites like the nature reserves of Ploegsteert, Parc de la Lys, and Vert Digue, and the Bois de Ploegsteert.
Many routes in Comines-Warneton incorporate historical significance, particularly related to the First World War. The 'Via Sacra 14-18' follows remembrance sites, including the Christmas Truce of 1914 in Ploegsteert. The Comines-Ypres Canal, a historical relic, also offers accessible surroundings for exploration.
Comines-Warneton is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 9,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's routes have received over 590 ratings, averaging 4.53 stars across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Comines-Warneton, including Cycling around Comines-Warneton, MTB Trails around Comines-Warneton, Road Cycling Routes around Comines-Warneton, Running Trails around Comines-Warneton, Hiking around Comines-Warneton, and Gravel biking around Comines-Warneton.
The official website for Comines-Warneton is www.villedecomines-warneton.be. For general municipal contact, the phone number is +32-56-56-10-20. The Tourist Office of Comines-Warneton can be reached at +32(0)56 55 56 00.
Comines-Warneton offers more than 60 jogging routes. The 'TOTEMUS' route provides a 3-mile (5 km) 'Adeps Connected Trail' starting from Comines' Cultural Centre, which includes physical exercises and riddles. Additional options are available in the Running Trails around Comines-Warneton guide.
Bike trails in Comines-Warneton feature diverse terrain. This includes flat towpaths along the Lys River and the RAVeL 69A, as well as varied landscapes with some climbs on routes like the 'VDB Ride.' Mountain biking routes such as the 'Heuvelland MTB ride' also include elevation changes.

