Fumay is a region in the French Ardennes, uniquely situated within a dramatic double loop of the Meuse River. This area, historically known as the "Slate City," features a landscape characterized by wooded hills, panoramic viewpoints, and the winding Meuse, providing a diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. The region's natural features and industrial heritage create a distinctive setting for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Fumay offers a wide array of outdoor activities and routes for exploration. With more than 100 routes available, more than 18,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars. The region is well-suited for hiking, with numerous trails like the "Slate Trail" traversing old quarries and offering views from points such as the "Roche à Sept Heures" and "U Rock." Cyclists can enjoy the flat and accessible Trans-Ardennes Greenway (EuroVelo 19) along the Meuse, which connects Fumay to other towns and the Belgian Ravel network, as detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Fumay guide. Mountain bikers will find trails with varying difficulty levels, including specific routes like "Fumay Point De Vue" and "Fumay ancienne usine," which can be explored further in the MTB Trails around Fumay guide. For those seeking to explore the area on foot, the Hiking around Fumay guide provides extensive options.
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121
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7.78km
02:26
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
04:45
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440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.99km
01:34
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50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.08km
01:25
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100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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100.0km
05:25
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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63.5km
03:22
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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84.4km
03:29
480m
480m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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55.1km
02:39
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550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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67.6km
04:29
910m
910m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:45
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Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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17.1km
01:01
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110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.7km
01:01
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120m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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79.1km
06:48
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:52
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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68.1km
03:52
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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02:10
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400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
10.7km
01:08
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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01:18
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.19km
00:51
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70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.1km
01:47
130m
130m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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88.1km
05:49
1,200m
1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.1km
01:59
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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99.3km
07:41
1,720m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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26
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Fumay offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 100 routes, with an average rating of 4.38 stars from over 18,000 visitors. These activities take place amidst the Meuse River loops and Ardennes forests.
Yes, komoot provides several guides for the Fumay region. These include Hiking around Fumay, Road Cycling Routes around Fumay, and MTB Trails around Fumay. Additional guides cover Touring cycling, Running, and Gravel biking.
Fumay offers numerous hiking trails, including the "Slate Trail" which explores old slate quarries and "tiennes." Popular viewpoints like "Roche à Sept Heures" and "U Rock" provide panoramic views of the Meuse. Long-distance routes such as the GR 12C and GR 16 also traverse the area.
The Trans-Ardennes Greenway (EuroVelo 19) is a key route for road and touring cyclists, extending 68 miles (110 km) along the Meuse River. Mountain bikers can explore trails like "Fumay Point De Vue" and "Fumay ancienne usine." The region also connects to the Belgian Ravel network for cross-border touring.
The Trans-Ardennes Greenway is a flat and secure route suitable for families and cyclists of all skill levels. Many local loops around Fumay also cater to varying fitness levels, often on paved surfaces. Specific family-friendly hiking trails can be found within the Hiking around Fumay guide.
Fumay is known for its dramatic Meuse River loops and the surrounding Ardennes forests. Key viewpoints include "Roche à Sept Heures," "Longue Roche," the television relay viewpoint, "U Rock," and "Piquetterie" Viewpoint. These locations offer extensive vistas of the Meuse Valley and its characteristic wooded reliefs.
Fumay earned the moniker "Slate City" due to its past as a major slate mining center. This industrial heritage is visible in its architecture and the unique "tiennes," which are hills of slate waste. The "Slate Trail" guides visitors through these historical sites.
Fumay offers a range of trail difficulties to suit various experience levels. The Trans-Ardennes Greenway is accessible to all, while mountain biking trails like "Fumay Point De Vue" are rated Blue (moderate). More challenging routes, such as the "Fondry des Chiens Gorge – Regniessart Forest Path loop," are also available.
Fumay is a popular destination on komoot, with over 18,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region features 111 routes across various sports, which have received an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 stars.
For official information regarding Fumay, the town hall's website is available at fumay.fr. The town hall can also be reached by phone at +33 3 24 41 10 34. For tourist inquiries, the Val d'Ardenne Tourist Office can be contacted at +33 (0)3 24 42 92 42.
Yes, Fumay offers several mountain biking trails. Notable routes include "Fumay Point De Vue" and "Fumay ancienne usine," both rated as moderate difficulty singletracks. The wider Ardennes region also provides numerous trails with varying difficulty levels for mountain bikers.
Fumay is well-suited for road cycling, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The Trans-Ardennes Greenway is ideal for road and touring, while specific trails cater to mountain bikers. The region's diverse terrain supports all forms of cycling.

