The best cycling routes around Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing

The Sint-Niklaaskerk is a classically designed building (with a foundation of brick and natural stone) with a slightly protruding tower, a nave with four bays, two side aisles, a choir, and a sacristy on the south side; next to the portal, there is a side entrance on the south side. The interior features Tuscan columns, transverse arches, and vaulted roofs. The appearance and structure of the sanctuary, which presumably dates from the second half of the 18th century, correspond to the style of regional churches from that period. The client was the abbot of Saint-Martin in Tournai; the parish belonged at the time to the former deanery of Saint-Brice and was later incorporated into the municipality of Frasnes-lez-Anvaing. Source: paroissesfrasnes.be

The castle of Anvaing is a strictly symmetrically built water castle with four corner towers. Dating from the 19th century, the castle is the main residence of the Count de Lannoy. Stephanie de Lannoy, the Grand Duchess consort of Luxembourg, grew up in this castle with her family. The 18th-century gardens are French in style and were laid out at the behest of the Marquis Jean de Mesgrigny. The large pond by the castle is filled with water from the neighboring river, the Rhosnes. On May 28, 1940, the castle was the scene of an important historical event: the Belgian capitulation to the Germans was signed there. The castle is not open to the public... but from the street side, you get a beautiful view of the castle and its reflection in the pond. For a few years now, wine has been cultivated on the castle estate. In 2022, the first vines were planted on the estate, located on a south-facing slope with a well-draining loamy-calcareous soil. On an area of three hectares, there are approximately 18,000 Chardonnay and 2,000 Pinot Meunier vines, which equates to a relatively high planting density of around 6,600 vines per hectare compared to the Belgian average. The chosen rootstocks and planting density are intended to produce grapes with a high concentration. The estate focuses primarily on the production of still wines from a single grape variety. Source: Wikipedia

Loved it, the concrete slabs are still well connected, the surface is OK for a longboard.

Here's a lovely gravel section perfect for a fun bike ride. Beautiful views of the surrounding countryside!

Railway line cycle path with a rest area. Unfortunately, the connection from Ronse is not yet well established.

This beautiful forest is home to superb roads and trails that delight cyclists, especially gravel bike enthusiasts. You'll be in the cool of the forest and can climb its small peak at your leisure.

Walk the roads around for a better view.

The small chapel with its striking pinnacles houses the tomb of Countess Clémentine d’Oultremont-Croÿ, dating from 1895. Next to it stands a former hospice.