Mur de Huy: 60km GPX from Havelange | Ardenne Résidences

Mur de Huy

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22 October 2026

Starting point

Havelange 5370, Belgique

Duration

2h25

Difficulty

Difficult

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Author

Jurgen Bricheux

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Mur de Huy: cycling loop starting from Havelange

Conquer a monument of world cycling: the Mur de Huy , home of the Flèche Wallonne. This 47.73 km cycling loop starting in Havelange takes you through the rolling landscapes of the Condroz region , the Meuse Valley, and the historic streets of Huy , before tackling this legendary climb with gradients exceeding 15% . A short but challenging ride that will delight those who love a challenge.

Route and main segments

The starting point is the peaceful village of Havelange. After a gentle warm-up, you quickly join the RAVeL L126 to Barse, perfect for warming up on a slight downhill slope.

The approach to Huy is gradual, with several intermediate ascents and descents:

  • Exit from Pailhe : 0.69 km at 5.3%
  • RAVeL L126: Cuvelier quarry → Barse station : 2.54 km at -0.4%
  • Ben-Ahin : 1.77 km at 6.5%

After the summit, the route descends via Ben-Ahin , crosses several peaceful hamlets, before reaching Pailhe via slightly hilly secondary roads.

View of the Fort of Huy (© strava.com)

Huy Wall: Key figures

  • Total length : 1.4 km .
  • Elevation gain : 136 m .
  • Average slope : 9.7% .
  • Steepest 100m : 16.4% .

💡 Did you know? The Chemin des Chapelles features seven oratories aligned along the slope, offering a climb that is as symbolic as it is formidable. This paved path is now one of the most iconic places in Belgian cycling.

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