Ride without fighting the road, just for the pleasure of moving forward.

Breathe, pedal, discover

Cycling greenways around Compiègne

Fancy a simple, pleasant and relaxing activity without leaving Compiègne? Get on your bike: the urban area has developed a network of greenways and cycle paths totalling over 124 km.

You’ll be riding in complete safety, along the River Oise, on the edge of the national forest, and between charming villages.

The bonus: every pedal stroke brings you closer to a rich heritage, historic clearings, castles, viewpoints, while still retaining the freedom to stop whenever you like.

Download the cycling map HERE

4 itinerary ideas from the hotel

Loops and walks: choose your own pace

1) Loop Compiègne – Pierrefonds (25 km, medium difficulty): cross the national forest, pass through Vieux-Moulin and Saint-Jean-aux-Bois, then finish at Château de Pierrefonds.

2) Escape to the Clairière de l’Armistice (16 km return, easy difficulty): follow the river Oise to reach a major place of remembrance.

3) Towards Rethondes and the Carrière de l’Armistice (12 km return, easy difficulty): a short outing steeped in history, ideal at the end of the day.

4) The Trans’Oise to Pontpoint (33 km return, medium difficulty): a waterside greenway, perfect for alternating pedaling and breaks.