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Profondeville - Dinant and back, passing by the valleys of Bocq and Molignée (Note: same route as Profondeville 81 km)

The route is only suitable for experienced practitioners! Several technical descents and challenging climbs are part of this course, which will delight you with its variety of terrain and the landscapes encountered.

The start of this circular tour is at the foothills of the Hulle, followed by a long, steady ascent that leads you to the heights of the village where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Hulle, the village, and the cliffs of Frênes, before crossing the Maas at Rivière after a beautiful technical descent.

Crossing Lustin, followed by a loop in the Dave forest, before heading to Crupet, one of the prettiest villages in Wallonia, and its castle ruins from the 13th century.

The route then takes you into the narrow valley of Bocq, before ascending again towards Purnode and its famous brewery.

Heading towards Awagne, before dipping towards Dinant and returning along the left bank of the Maas while crossing the medieval village of Bouvignes.

Through forests and fields, your path will lead you to the valley of Molignée and then through woods to Bioul, its castle, and its vineyards!

After that, the route heads towards the estate of Gerlain and Annevoie, famous for its gardens, before tackling the climb to the 7 Maas hills and the viewpoint of the same name where you can take a break and admire the landscape. One last effort to discover the Siberia Plateau before a technical descent and a beautiful singletrack bring you back to Profondeville.