Mountain biking tour – Tour of the Eau d’Heure Lakes with GPX file, 27 km | Ardenne Résidences

Tour of the Eau d'Heure Lakes

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20 October 2026

Starting point

Le Cierneau, 6440 Froidchapelle

Duration

1 hour 10 minutes

Difficulty

AVERAGE

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Author

Quentin

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Eau d'Heure Lakes Loop

This 27km mountain bike loop , in the heart of the Eau d'Heure Lakes area, offers a series of rolling paths, small hills, and wooded sections. The route regularly alternates between short climbs and steep descents, while skirting several bodies of water and crossing through varied forest areas.

A medium , fast and pleasant route, ideal for discovering the diversity of the largest lake complex in Belgium.

Route and main segments

The start is at the edge of the Eau d'Heure Lakes , before a smooth start on the rolling trails of the Landal sector.
The route then heads towards Cerfontaine and Soumoy , alternating between forest paths and rapid transitions between lakes.

The road continues towards the lake of Ry Jaune , before entering the Bois des Maréchaux and then the Bois Mazarin , two areas where short climbs, singletracks and more technical descents alternate ( Bois des Brûlés , DH aux racines , La cuvette …).

The route then passes through the village of Clairière du Lac , then runs along the shores of the lake one last time before returning to the starting point.
A dynamic loop, ideal for mountain bikers looking for a complete and accessible circuit.

Points of interest along the route

  • Eau d'Heure Lakes – group of lakes and starting area.
  • Cerfontaine – village in the centre of the lake complex.
  • Soumoy – passing through a typical village of the region.
  • Lake Ry Jaune – body of water to the north of the route.
  • Bois des Maréchaux – wooded areas with short climbs.
  • Bois Mazarin – forest trails and technical descents.
  • The Clearing of the Lake – a hamlet by the water.

View of the Eau d'Heure Lakes (© strava.com)

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