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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Ascq

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Ascq

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Ascq

00:48

13.4km

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: May 21, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Réserve naturelle du Héron

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.27 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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2.38 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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3.17 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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3.93 km

Good MTB trail section

Highlight • Other

There are some decent MTB trail sections in this location. Quite narrow single track. You have to watch out for the exposed tree roots, there are plenty along these tracks. Fun to ride on and off road sections.

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5.36 km

Singletrack in Parc du Héron

Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park

Pay attention to the speed, the presence of pedestrians and not always the place to cross there. To do !

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7.16 km

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Highlight • Historical Site

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 vast meadows and picturesque lakes, perfect for a quiet getaway or a hike in nature.

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8.15 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 the view of the water and the birds. The lake has a flat, easy trail suitable for all levels of runners.

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8.55 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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13.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.83 km

2.64 km

2.14 km

1.37 km

273 m

185 m

Surfaces

7.16 km

4.07 km

968 m

963 m

219 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

35°C

23°C

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Heron Lake – Lac du Héron loop from Ascq

Steep Ascent and Descent in Réserve Naturelle du Héron

Chemin de Brigode

Heron Lake

Good MTB trail section

Singletrack in Parc du Héron

The Hunting Lodge of Villeneuve-d'Ascq

Lac du Héron

Heron Lake

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