Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Baisieux

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Baisieux

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Baisieux

00:58

16.3km

30m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Réserve naturelle du Héron

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.70 km

Steep Ascent and Descent in Réserve Naturelle du Héron

Highlight • Climb

Small climb and nice steep descent to do by mountain bike.

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5.81 km

Chemin de Brigode

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

small single track making it easier to avoid the many walkers. Slippery roots in wet weather

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6.60 km

Héron Lake is a natural area of 110 hectares. Created in the 1970s, it is surrounded by meadows, woods and trails. This protected site is home to rich biodiversity, including many species of birds and plants.

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7.08 km

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

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Surrounded by the vast greenery of the Parc du Héron, the pavilion offers a peaceful place in the heart of Villeneuve d'Ascq. Around this former hunting lodge, you can enjoy …

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7.71 km

Lac du Héron

Highlight • Lake

The lake is part of the Heron Natural Park, a regional reserve that is home to a variety of flora and fauna. You can run around the lake and enjoy …

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8.11 km

Heron Lake

Highlight • Lake

Avoid riding there on weekends or when the weather is nice, there are people walking there!

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12.1 km

Chemin des Vaches

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To be taken with speed because this climb is very tough

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14.7 km

Base de Loisirs Willems

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ideal leisure center for a picnic break!

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16.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

2.03 km

981 m

856 m

687 m

193 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

2.70 km

784 m

454 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 20 October

13°C

7°C

53 %

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Baisieux

Steep Ascent and Descent in Réserve Naturelle du Héron

Chemin de Brigode

Heron Lake

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Lac du Héron

Heron Lake

Chemin des Vaches

Base de Loisirs Willems

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