La Bassée don la bassée – Belfroi loop from Béthune
La Bassée don la bassée – Belfroi loop from Béthune
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La Bassée don la bassée – Belfroi loop from Béthune
01:54
32.7km
60m
Cycling
Easy bike 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: May 28, 2026
Tips
Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 6.63 km for 19 m
After 6.73 km for 19 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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6.69 km
Metal Bridge on the Towpath
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17.1 km
La Bassée don la bassée
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19.5 km
Next to the towpath
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31.5 km
la-grand-place-et-ses-facades-art-deco
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The Grand Place of Béthune is less known than the Belfry and has an astonishing charm! Art Deco and the regionalist style predominate on all the facades. During the First World War, Béthune was a rear-front town defended by the British. In May 1918, it was hit by German bombardments and 90% of the city centre was destroyed. In the aftermath of the conflict, the city wanted a modern urban environment, but without breaking with history. The architects appointed for this reconstruction were Jacques Alleman, Paul Dégez and Léon Guthmann.
They then adopted an eclectic style combining Art Deco and regionalist architecture, which today gives the city centre its originality and charm. As you cross the Grand Place, look up to enjoy this surprising architecture. Discover the many details that adorn the facades: bunches of grapes, vine leaves, shells, sun...
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31.6 km
Belfroi
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31.6 km
City Hall
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32.7 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
23.5 km
2.48 km
2.29 km
2.26 km
1.88 km
321 m
Surfaces
28.9 km
1.28 km
794 m
629 m
597 m
489 m
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