The highs of Pont-Rémy

Follow the Somme and its ponds, ascend towards the fields and woods, and continue to Pont-Rémy, aptly named with all its bridges. Follow the towpath up to the bridge. Cross it and continue until the bridge at Cocquerel. Near this path, once used to tow boats and barges, the ponds nestle in the greenery. A marker indicates that the Somme originates at Saint-Simon (129 km). At the small wood, make a detour and follow along the woods. Descend through the Francières valley. Continue into Cocquerel, and its 16th-century stone Saint-Martin church with a crenellated bell tower, and a wooden cross. Pass through the hamlet of Longuet with its 19th-century castle and its 18th-century Saint-Julien chapel-church with an openwork bell tower. At the village exit, after the rest area, take the path ascending towards Francières. Before leaving the Pont-Rémois, a look at the lock is recommended.
Starting point 1.3 km from Pont-Rémy station.