Saint-Omer - Aire-sur-la-Lys

22.1km

Gravel 1h36

Road cycling 1h12

109m+

105m−

debutant

An ideal family trip!

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Quentin · Tourisme en Pays de Saint-Omer

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Description

On this route, follow EuroVélo 5 along the Neufossé canal and discover a route that combines nature, heritage and industrial buildings.

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Route points 7 pts · 1 step

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Saint-Omer - Aire-sur-la-Lys

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Points of interest

Point 1 0.8 km

La Maison du Marais

The Maison du Marais takes you on a journey through the marsh, with two interactive exhibitions entitled "Chez Capiau, la vie d'un maraîcher" and "L'Aventure Sous-Marais". It's also the ideal starting point for a boat trip to explore the Marais Audomarois.

Point 2 6.9 km

The Boat Lift

"There is a place where trains pass under barges...". L'Ascenseur à Bateaux in Arques is an important part of the industrial heritage of the Saint-Omer region. Take a break and enjoy an audio-guided tour (45 minutes).

Point 3 12 km

The Neufossé Canal

EuroVélo 5 guides you along the peaceful banks of the Neuffossé canal. You may even spot ducks, swans and herons.

Point 4 20 km

The ballast pits of Aire-sur-la-Lys

Ballast pits are former ballast and gravel quarries. The site has become a natural area offering a great diversity that is constantly changing with the seasons. The Eurovélo 5 passes through the ballastières, offering some great spots for birdwatching!

Point 5 20.8 km

Take a diversion here! The marina at Aire-sur-la-Lys

Take a short diversions to the Aire-sur-la-Lys marina. Sit on a terrace, admire the moored boats and enjoy the view of the town's historic skyline.

Point 6 22.1 km

The Bailliage of Aire-sur-la-Lys

On the Grand'Place in Aire-sur-la-Lys, the Bailliage sits like the old guardhouse of the town's bourgeois militia! But it's also a tourist information point, so drop in to meet our advisors and find out about ideas for outings and good addresses nearby.