Noyelles-Sous-Lens is a region in the Pas-de-Calais department of the Hauts-de-France, characterized by its unique blend of reclaimed industrial landscapes and natural green spaces. The area has successfully transformed former mining sites into vibrant recreational zones, notably the expansive Parc des Berges de la Souchez, which stretches along the Souchez canal. This distinctive environment provides varied terrain suitable for several sports like jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
Noyelles-Sous-Lens offers more than…
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8.86km
02:19
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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14.4km
03:42
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.

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7.73km
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
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10.1km
01:08
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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85.6km
05:01
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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44.1km
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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33.6km
02:28
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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70
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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74.9km
03:06
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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01:27
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Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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51.2km
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Easy gravel ride. Mostly paved surfaces.

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32.6km
01:49
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Hard gravel ride. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Easy gravel ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Noyelles-Sous-Lens offers a variety of outdoor activities including jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and gravel biking. The region features 21 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.43 stars from more than 38,000 visitors.
The Parc des Berges de la Souchez offers numerous gentle paths and cycle lanes suitable for jogging. For a more challenging experience, the Arena Terril Trail on Terril 94 provides varied courses for trail running. More details can be found in the Running Trails around Noyelles-Sous-Lens guide.
Yes, the Arena Terril Trail on Terril 94 in Noyelles-sous-Lens offers a unique and intense environment for trail running. It features an 'escalier infernal' with 140 steps on a roughly 12% incline. A multi-surface track of 800 meters simulates different trail terrains for a varied workout.
The Parc des Berges de la Souchez is well-suited for road cycling with its network of 'voies douces' and dedicated cycle lanes. These routes connect various points of interest and allow exploration of transformed landscapes. The Road Cycling Routes around Noyelles-Sous-Lens guide provides route options.
Yes, the Parc des Berges de la Souchez offers a network of gentle paths and cycle lanes ideal for touring cycling. Longer routes follow the canal, connecting Noyelles-sous-Lens to neighboring communes like Loison-sous-Lens, Harnes, Fouquières-lez-Lens, and Courrières. The Cycling around Noyelles-Sous-Lens guide details these options.
Mountain biking (VTT) is explicitly not permitted on the Arena Terril Trail at Terril 94. Dedicated mountain biking trails within Noyelles-sous-Lens itself are limited. However, the broader region of Lens does offer mountain biking trails in nearby towns, as outlined in the MTB Trails around Noyelles-Sous-Lens guide.
The primary natural attraction is the Parc des Berges de la Souchez, an expansive park covering over 740 acres (300 hectares) along the Souchez canal. It features transformed industrial landscapes and preserved wetlands like the Marais de la Galance. Terril 94, an ancient mining spoil heap, offers panoramic views from its summit.
The Parc des Berges de la Souchez provides gentle paths and cycle lanes suitable for family outings, including walking, jogging, and touring cycling. Its flat terrain and well-maintained network make it accessible for various age groups. The park's green spaces offer a pleasant environment for leisurely activities.
Terril 94 is an ancient mining spoil heap in Noyelles-sous-Lens, transformed into a dedicated sports area known as the Arena Terril Trail. It features varied courses for trail running, including an 'escalier infernal' and a multi-surface track. The summit, at 344 feet (105 meters), provides exceptional 360° panoramic views of the surrounding area.
Noyelles-Sous-Lens is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 38,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 21 available routes across various sports have received an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Komoot offers several guides for Noyelles-Sous-Lens, including Running Trails around Noyelles-Sous-Lens, Road Cycling Routes around Noyelles-Sous-Lens, MTB Trails around Noyelles-Sous-Lens, Cycling around Noyelles-Sous-Lens, Hiking around Noyelles-Sous-Lens, and Gravel biking around Noyelles-Sous-Lens.
The official website for Noyelles-Sous-Lens is noyelles-sous-lens.fr. For direct inquiries, the Mairie de Noyelles-sous-Lens can be reached by phone at +33321130230.

