Starting from Bourlette Tower, the last 12th century remains of Saint-Médard church which used to be a bell tower, belfry and fortified tower, the route twists through a semi-urban setting.
The most rural and woody part will be a surprise to many. It seems incredible to have preserved these locations a few hundred metres from a main street. The mining past is also present with the headframe, a typical emblem of coal society whose slap heaps beside the site are now covered with flourishing vegetation. Take the time to gather your thoughts as you stroll through Collarmont cemetery. At the end of the walk, you will go near the source of the Haine, which gave its name to Hainaut province.
8.5 km
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max. 184 m
min. 134 m
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Styles : In the countryIn townForest |
Located near the St. Medardus Chapel, this river, to which Hainaut province owes its name, was a sacred and revered watering place in previous centuries.
Visit the Collarmont Cemetery, to experience the thought-provoking historical past at this site, the final resting place of 248 soldiers who fell in battle when the Sordet cavalry made its retreat.
See in the distance our headframe, a typical symbol of the coal-mining company, whose slag heaps adjoining the site now abound with plant life.
Feast your eyes on the emblem of Anderlues, the last remnant of the 12th century romanesque St. Medardus Church, which used to serve as a bell tower, belfry and a fortified tower.
N1 (Pedestrian) - Red