Comines is a region situated on the Franco-Belgian border, characterized by a diverse landscape that includes river valleys, historic canals, and significant wooded areas. The Lys river and the Comines-Ypres canal shape much of its terrain, offering accessible paths alongside natural habitats and Natura 2000 areas. This varied geography provides a suitable setting for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
The Comines region offers more than 50 routes for…
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4.0
(6)
254
riders
74.2km
04:25
300m
300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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101
riders
50.4km
03:13
210m
210m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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144
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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67
riders
51.0km
03:15
280m
280m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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168
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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109
riders
119km
06:13
220m
220m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

101
riders
90.0km
04:06
300m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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65
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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93
runners
11.1km
01:09
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

49
runners
13.1km
01:22
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

46
runners
21.3km
02:14
40m
40m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37
runners
9.31km
00:59
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
hikers
14.5km
03:41
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
9.90km
02:30
10m
10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
hikers
9.56km
02:28
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
hikers
9.48km
02:24
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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25
riders
11.1km
00:40
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7
riders
25.7km
01:30
100m
100m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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297
riders
43.9km
02:12
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
riders
56.3km
03:17
240m
240m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
riders
52.2km
03:05
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
riders
42.9km
02:31
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Comines offers a range of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, Hiking, and Gravel biking. The region features 88 routes for various skill levels.
Comines has attracted more than 65,000 visitors on komoot. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars from over 4,800 ratings.
Comines provides numerous touring cycling routes, many integrated into the 'Wapi à vélo' network. These routes often follow the Lys river and the historic Comines-Ypres canal. More information is available in the guide Cycling around Comines.
Road cyclists can find routes that explore the region's diverse landscapes, including paths along the Lys river. The guide Road Cycling Routes around Comines offers further details.
Yes, Comines offers dedicated mountain biking trails, such as the 'Comines - POLCOMs - VTT' route. These trails feature varying distances and ascents, including a 23-mile (36.9 km) route with over 550 feet (170m) cumulative ascent. Consult the guide MTB Trails around Comines for more.
Comines offers diverse jogging routes suitable for all skill levels, from grass trails in parks to paved paths along riversides. The 'Adeps Connected Trail' provides a 3-mile (5km) route starting from Comines' Cultural Centre. Find more options in Running Trails around Comines.
The Comines region features significant natural beauty, including Natura 2000 areas, the Comines-Ypres Canal, and the Parc des Prés de la Lys. The Bois du Gheer and Bois de la Hutte form a large wooded area, and the Ploegsteert Nature and Bird Sanctuary is a notable birdwatching site.
Comines offers accessible hiking routes through natural sites like the Bois du Gheer and the Bois de la Hutte. These communal paths are suitable for nature lovers. For more information, refer to the guide Hiking around Comines.
The Comines region is marked by its First World War history. Numerous remembrance sites, such as the Ploegsteert Memorial to the Missing and Hill 60 preserved Battlefield, can be integrated into cycling and walking routes.
Yes, a dedicated guide for gravel biking in the region is available. It provides routes and information for this activity. Explore the options in Gravel biking around Comines.
The official tourism website for the region is www.visitcomines-warneton.be. For direct inquiries, the Tourist Office can be reached at +32(0)56 55 56 00.
The Comines-Ypres Canal is a historical waterway that has become a natural habitat featuring marshlands, reed beds, and grasslands. It offers accessible paths for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders.

