Grimonpont Drawbridge in Leers – La Maison du Canal loop from Alsace – Plaine Images

Grimonpont Drawbridge in Leers – La Maison du Canal loop from Alsace – Plaine Images

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Grimonpont Drawbridge in Leers – La Maison du Canal loop from Alsace – Plaine Images

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21.0km

40m

Gravel riding

Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Train Station

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619 m

Quai de Calais

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4.17 km

Canal de Roubaix between Roubaix and Leers

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The cycle path along the canal is the most beautiful way to cross the city by bike. Away from the cars, you can make good progress here and also enjoy wonderful views of the water.

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6.96 km

Grimonpont Drawbridge in Leers

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We find the origins of the “pont de gris mon pont” on maps from 1773. Dating from 1843, this bridge called “pont coulon” was destroyed by the German army in …

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8.55 km

La Maison du Canal

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La Maison du Canal is a former lock keeper's house located in Leers-Nord, a sub-municipality of Estaimpuis in the province of Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium. It is part of the RAVeL …

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10.4 km

Leers-Nord Locks and Canal de l'Espierres

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The locks of Leers-Noord are located at the beginning of the Canal de l'Espierres in the municipality of Estaimpuis. The locks are part of the Canal de l'Espierres - pont …

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11.8 km

Espierres Pedestrian and Lift Bridge

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This is indeed the bicycle bridge.

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12.6 km

Belgium–France Border on the Canal de Roubaix

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Here the Canal de L'Espierres changes its name and becomes the Canal de Roubaix. It is noticeable that the Ravel is paved in Belgium and gravel in France.

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15.6 km

Canal de Roubaix

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The Canal de Roubaix connects the Deûle River to the Scheldt via the Espierres Canal.
Plans for this canal date back to 1821, and it was deemed necessary to supply …

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