Where to practice an individual sport Marchiennes

Starting from the town hall of Wandignies-Hamage, this easy circuit follows small roads and agricultural paths through the typical landscapes of the Scarpe and the limestone plateau of Ostrevent. You will notice the censes, alignments of pollarded willows, the marshes, to which are added witnesses of the mining industry: the power station of Hornaing and the slag heaps as well as a beautiful fauna. In rainy periods, remember to bring waterproof shoes.

This is a very varied circuit! The trail starts in Rieulay and takes you through the surrounding meadows, poplar groves and marshes. Choose the period from April to October to avoid the wettest season. Ponds and pretty woodlands will enliven your hike. Note also the diversity of the hedgerows: willows, hornbeams, oaks, beeches, hazels, alders and wildlife, delighted to enjoy both the wetlands and the trees.

This circuit without difficulty starts from Tilloy-lez-Marchiennes, to discover characteristic environments of the Scarpe: forests, wet meadows and drainage ditches. Remember to bring binoculars to appreciate the diversity of birds. Roe deer, squirrels, owls will also be able to greet you. In spring, you'll smell the strong odor of wild garlic. And don't leave without your binoculars: in addition to the landscapes, you will be able to observe the diversity of bird species!

This ideal circuit for walking in Marchiennes starts in front of the town hall and goes down the rue de l'Abbaye. It goes through the beautiful state-owned forest for which the region is famous. Further on, you pass a bridge to cross the Scarpe before returning to the starting point. Hikers can enjoy a circuit between forest passages and paved sections. A path to be taken in good weather if you cannot sink into the mud. A very nice walk!

A family circuit in the heart of the Marchiennes state forest. Don't forget to follow the yellow markings. The loop allows you to discover this beautiful forest in all seasons. The interest lies in the numerous ditches and pools which are home to remarkable fauna and flora. Deer, amphibians, birds could perhaps be observed... Beware, in rainy periods, the progression will be more difficult. Take shoes and clothes accordingly.

This forestry trail starts in front of the restaurant Le Col-Vert and winds along the pond, through town and across fields, under trees and in the sun. It crosses several marshes before reaching the starting point, which will have allowed to discover the castle of Frenelles and the surrounding villages. The trail lives up to its name as you can spot some of the birds that inhabit the woods, such as warblers and titmice. A hike that offers many points of view and observations and that cannot be done without binoculars!