The best Cycling Routes in Ardennes
These routes include the best roads, climbs and coffeestops in Ardennes
Up and Down
Set out from Houffalize for this 90 km ride. It’s all ups and downs almost no flat cruising here. Midway through, you’ll climb the Col de Haussire, a climb that always makes an impression.
Feeling strong at the end? Add a little bonus loop and take on the Côte de Saint-Roch. It’s short, steep, and the perfect way to cap off the day.
Mini Liege-Bastonge-Liege
Don’t feel like riding the full Liège–Bastogne–Liège? This challenging 180 km route is a perfect way to tap into the best of the full route.
The first half heads south with steady, rolling terrain that gently climbs. Once you turn back toward Liège, the famous climbs follow in a fast pace. Expect icon climbs like Côte de Wanne, Col du Stockeu, Col du Rosier, La Redoute, Côte des Forges, and a finale on Côte de la Roche-aux-Faucons before descending back into Liege.
Spa-Liege-Spa
This long, challenging route out of Spa takes you deep into the Parc Naturel des Sources, all the way to Liège and back. Spanning 155 km with 2,760 meters of climbing, it's packed with tough, lesser-known climbs .l keep you honest. It’s the kind of ride that guarantees a full day in the saddle and plenty of stories to bring home.
Stavelot - Vielsalm loop
If you're after a shorter, easier ride, this 56 km loop is a solid pick for any type of rider.
The toughest bit comes right out of the gate as you roll out of Stavelot. But once you top that first climb, tit's all gentle terrain. When you reach Vielsalm, it's a good spot to stop and refuel.
Scenic Ardennes Ride
Roll out easy on the RAVeL from Stavelot, then climb out of the valley toward Bergeval. You'll pass the Lienne Beer brewery, then it kicks up again toward Commanster — a tiny village hidden above Vielsalm, out in the middle of nowhere.
From there, it’s quiet roads heading north. You’ll take on Mont-le-Soie from the south before dropping down into the final climb of the day the côte de Wanne.
