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(1) The Château d'Avionpuits and its adjoining farm are located at the start of the route, between km 1 and 2. The magnificent tree-lined avenue is a real gem.
(2) One of the old mills in Flagothier.
(3) The UFO at km 8 is nothing more than a Belgocontrol installation!
(4) Hikers who don't like complicated trails (5), grumpy bulls and mud should take the little-used road between points (4) and (6).
Around Avionpuits, starting from Hautgné
A peaceful nature walk in the countryside above the Ourthe, spread across the municipalities of Sprimont and Esneux.
The few forest passages make for a pleasant outing with varied landscapes.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 11.00 mi -
Average duration: 5h 55 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 974 ft -
Descent: - 978 ft -
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Highest point: 935 ft -
Lowest point: 551 ft
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Description of the walk
Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 614 ft - Hautgné hamlet (Sprimont)
- 1 : mi 0.78 - alt. 614 ft - Château-Ferme d'Avionpuits
- 2 : mi 2.9 - alt. 554 ft - Old Flagothier Mill
- 3 : mi 4.92 - alt. 928 ft - Belgocontrol UFO ... and bench
- 4 : mi 8.45 - alt. 820 ft - Start of the shortcut
- 5 : mi 9.55 - alt. 679 ft - Slightly complicated passage
- 6 : mi 9.83 - alt. 764 ft - End of shortcut
- S/E : mi 11 - alt. 614 ft - Hautgné hamlet (Sprimont)
Notes
No shops along the route. No drinking water.
It is recommended that you wear suitable footwear: some grassy sections can be VERY wet.
There are quite a few benches between km 8 (3) and 13.3 (4) ... not much else outside this area.
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