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The only picnic table in the countryside is located on the edge of the Morialmé national forest, shortly after km 10.
Please note: those allergic to concrete and/or tarmac should refrain from this walk, as nearly a third of it takes place on paved paths... although there is not much traffic.
Circular around Thy-le-Bauduin
Set off to explore the countryside and forests to the north-west of Florennes and north-east of Walcourt. This is south of Gerpinnes and the stronghold of the marches and pilgrimages of Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse.
Shortly after setting off, the route passes the majestic Ferme de la Prévôté (information board) and the imposing church of Hanzinne.
The walk passes through the outskirts of Tarcienne, in the national forest and then through the centre of Morialmé before reaching the villages of Hanzinelle and returning to Hanzinne.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 17.93 km -
Average duration: 5h 35 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 155 m -
Descent: - 151 m -
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Highest point: 279 m -
Lowest point: 191 m
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 228 m - Place d'Hanzinne
- 1 : km 0.12 - alt. 228 m - Ferme de la Prévôté
- 2 : km 3.92 - alt. 222 m - Chapel of the Grand Bon Dieu
- 3 : km 9.67 - alt. 274 m - Morialmé State Forest
- 4 : km 10.25 - alt. 270 m - Picnic table
- S/E : km 17.93 - alt. 228 m - Place d'Hanzinne
Notes
Other walks in the area
The Tournibus forest at the start of Hanzinelle
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+150 m
-155 m
4h 05
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A tour on the Tournibus
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+141 m
-144 m
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+136 m
-134 m
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Long circular of Fraire
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+184 m
-184 m
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+160 m
-156 m
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Around the Bois du Grand Fréchy
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+266 m
-267 m
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Loop through the woods and countryside north of Biesme (part of Mettet)
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11.33 km
+143 m
-134 m
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In the Bois du Grand Fréchy in Biesme
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+93 m
-91 m
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