 Cycling is particularly popular in the area.Many major bike races are held here, including a large part of the Tour of Flanders.Most of its toughest climbs (Koppenberg, Taaienberg, Molenberg, Paterberg, Oude Kwaremont, Muur van Geraardsbergen, Eikenberg) and most of its cobblestone-street sections (Paddestraat)) are situated in the Flemish Ardennes.