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Mountain bike trails around Pernes traverse a landscape characterized by extensive woodlands and rolling terrain. The region offers a variety of routes, often featuring long distances and notable elevation gains. These paths frequently lead through forested areas, providing a natural setting for mountain biking.
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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58.5km
04:11
730m
730m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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65.7km
05:01
680m
680m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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89.4km
05:44
460m
460m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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56.1km
04:24
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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43.4km
03:12
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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The Bours Keep is a medieval ruin located in the commune of Bours, in the Pas-de-Calais department of France. Listed as a historical monument since 1965[1], it was built in the 14th century. It is one of the oldest noble residences in the region.
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Tribute to Léonard Clabaut, cowardly killed by the Nazis on 24-08-1944
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the positive elevation gain is rather steep but the climb leads to a good track.
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There are over 120 mountain bike trails around Pernes documented on komoot, offering a wide range of options for different skill levels and preferences.
Mountain bike trails around Pernes often feature long distances and notable elevation gains. While there are 31 easy routes and 82 moderate routes, there are also 9 difficult trails for experienced riders. The region is characterized by extensive woodlands and rolling terrain.
Yes, Pernes offers a good selection of trails suitable for beginners. There are 31 easy mountain bike routes available, providing a gentler introduction to the region's varied terrain.
The mountain bike trails around Pernes predominantly lead through dense woodlands and rolling terrain. You'll experience natural settings with forested areas, offering a green and often shaded ride.
Many of the mountain bike routes around Pernes are designed as loops. For example, the Le Moulin Blanc loop from Pernes - Camblain is a difficult 40.8-mile circular route, and the Forest Path – Brick bridge loop from Calonne-Ricouart is a moderate 36.4-mile loop through wooded areas.
The area is highly rated by the komoot community, with an average score of 4.5 stars from over 200 reviews. Reviewers often praise the varied terrain, the extensive woodlands, and the well-maintained paths that offer options for different ability levels.
Yes, for advanced mountain bikers, Pernes offers 9 difficult routes. A challenging option is the Linghem Wood – The Thiennes Bridge loop from Calonne-Ricouart, an 87.4 km trail that takes approximately 5 hours 40 minutes to complete.
While riding, you might consider visiting nearby attractions such as the Terril Number 5 of Lapugnoy for views, or the historic Bours Keep. The Birthplace of Saint Benoît Labre is also in the vicinity.
Absolutely. The Nedon Wood – Les eguerguettes loop from Calonne-Ricouart is a popular moderate route, covering 56.1 km with significant elevation changes. Another great moderate option is the Asphalt Pathway – Les eguerguettes loop from Calonne-Ricouart, which is 43.1 km long.
Given the region's extensive woodlands and rolling terrain, spring and autumn generally offer the most pleasant conditions for mountain biking in Pernes, with milder temperatures and beautiful foliage. Summer can also be enjoyable, especially in the shaded forest sections, while winter rides are possible but may require checking local trail conditions.
Yes, for instance, the Forest Path – Brick bridge loop from Calonne-Ricouart leads through wooded areas and past a notable brick bridge, offering a blend of natural and man-made points of interest.


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