Summary

A group of northern French towns launched a project to transform an old train route into a leisure path for walking, cycling and horse riding. The project renovated 21.4 km of the former track, providing tourism and leisure opportunities. The three French municipalities used EAFRD support to convert the former railway line into a path made from a synthetic sand/fibre mix for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Quad bikes, motorbikes and cars are not allowed.

Results

The leisure path provides an opportunity to rediscover specific local landscapes, particularly wetlands.

The path represents a tourism and leisure asset for the local community.

Innovative techniques are used to maintain the path.