Road Cycling Routes near Malmedy
Discover the best road cycling routes near Malmedy in Ardennes, Belgium. We've curated 10 road cycling routes within riding distance of Malmedy. The area offers hilly terrain. Each route includes GPX files, detailed elevation profiles, highlighted climbs, and recommended café stops along the way.
10 routes
Scenic Ardennes Ride
73.9 km • 1210 m • Moderate
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.
Heart of the Ardennes
134.0 km • 2170 m • Hard
This route dives straight into the soul of the Ardennes. Right from the start, you’ll roll past Brasserie Chouffe, home of the iconic La Chouffe beer. From there, it’s a mix of rolling terrain that carries you to the scenic reservoir lake of Coo. A perfect spot to pause for a coffee or bite at Le Coffee Ride. From there, the RAVeL path rolls you into Stavelot, setting you up for the classic Col du Stockeu. After that punchy climb, you’ll drop down Côte de Wanne and head straight into Côte de Mont-le-Soie. The final stretch winds through the rolling countryside past Vielsalm, guiding you back to Houffalize. It’s a demanding but fun loop
Lake Gileppe and Baraque Michel
59.9 km • 855 m • Moderate
This route takes you north of Malmedy to the Gileppe Reservoir. After following the lakeshore roads, you'll climb toward the Baraque Michel, the highest point in Belgium. From the top, enjoy a fast descent back to town.
Rolling Hills and Vennbahn
55.1 km • 741 m • Easy
The first part of the route offers a taste of the rolling hills that define this region. In the second half, you'll follow the Vennbahn cycle path, a scenic route along a former railway line leading to Waimes.
Eddy Merckx Loop
91.5 km • 1580 m • Hard
Right from the start, you’re climbing the legendary Col du Stockeu, with the Eddy Merckx monument waiting at the top. Then it’s straight into the backside of the Côte de Wanne. Once you're through that, things ease up a bit and the legs get a break. At least until the La Vecquée climb shows up halfway through. In Spa, you’ve got a choice. Grab a coffee or roll on. After that, the RAVeL brings smoother riding and a fast, flowing descent all the way back to Stavelot. It’s a ride packed with challenging climbs, quiet backroads, and a smooth descent to finish.
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