Gravel ride through the Boulonnais to Cap Blanc-Nez

This adventurous route starts in Lottinghen and takes you deep into the green heart of the Boulonnais, a region known for its rolling hills, quiet paths, and charming villages. You will ride over a mix of gravel stretches, country roads, and ancient trails that have been guiding travelers for centuries.

Via Francigena – historical paths in a modern guise

Part of the journey follows the Via Francigena, a historic pilgrimage route that today is a beloved passage for hikers, cyclists, and gravel bikers. The quiet roads, forest edges, and open landscapes ensure a delightful rhythm and much variety.

Forêt de Guînes – playful and sporty

Further along the route, you will dive into the Forêt de Guînes, where popular mountain biking trails treat you to playful singletracks, short climbs, and gentle forest gravel. This area feels like a natural playground and adds a fun technical touch to the ride.

Cap Blanc-Nez – iconic cliff and heroic cycling moments

As you approach the coast, the landscape gives way to wide vistas and the impressive chalk cliffs of Cap Blanc-Nez. Around the cape itself are several paths that perfectly capture the pure coastal feeling: wind, elevation changes, and a view that makes you pause for a moment.

In Escalles, you can catch an extra climb: the same hill where Wout van Aert made a decisive acceleration in 2022 and added more shine to his yellow jersey. A great opportunity to spin in the tracks of cycling heroism.