Adventure in Brussels through southern Belgium (Wallonia) to French border, Belgium
Cycling the Route Verte (Green Route) — Brussels to Paris
A long-distance cycling route from Brussels through the Ardennes and into France, following the Route Verte cycling network. Belgium has an exceptionally developed cycling infrastructure with dedicated paths, waymarked routes, and cyclist-friendly accommodation. The Wallonia section passes through Namur, the Meuse valley, and the Ardennes. For shorter rides, the numbered node (knooppunten) cycling network covers all of Belgium.
Where: Brussels through southern Belgium (Wallonia) to French border
Highlights
- 400+ dedicated cycling paths in Belgium
- Namur Citadelle viewpoint
- Meuse valley cycling (flat and scenic)
- Ardennes highland crossings
- Connects to French La Voie Verte network
Tips
- Belgium's knooppunten (node-point) cycling network is Europe's most extensive — numbered junction posts connect 10,000+km of cycling paths.
- Download the Fietsnet app (Flanders) or RAVeL app (Wallonia) for offline route planning. Bicycles are allowed free on Belgian trains (NMBS/SNCB) on weekends.