Apart from a ford we crossed without any trouble and a (very) muddy path we had to bypass via the adjacent pasture, the only real difficulty we encountered was a few Highland cows standing in the middle of the path after escaping from their enclosure. Not shy, not aggressive, but sporting impressive horns. Caution, patience and no sudden movements...
There aren’t really any picnic tables along the route; however, there are quite a few benches.
Circular nature loop via Mont
This lovely circular route through the countryside takes a grand tour over hill and dale around the village of Hodbomont (Autre Beau Mont), passing through Mont, Becco and the outskirts of Vieux-Cortil, La Reid, Deigné and Adzeux.
Rural in character, with some woodland, this varied and undulating route follows pretty paths, small country lanes and a few footpaths.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 18.35 km -
Average duration: 6h 10 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 336 m -
Descent: - 336 m -
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Highest point: 365 m -
Lowest point: 202 m
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Country:
Belgium
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Areas: Massif des Ardennes, -
City:
Sprimont -
Start/End: N 50.531728° / E 5.751036° -
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 317 m - N62, near "Chez Flo"
- 1 : km 2.93 - alt. 258 m - Wislez
- 2 : km 3.92 - alt. 234 m - Mont
- 3 : km 5.03 - alt. 213 m - La Machine
- 4 : km 6.99 - alt. 291 m - Vieux Cortil
- 5 : km 7.46 - alt. 278 m - Forestia Wildlife Park
- 6 : km 8.54 - alt. 330 m - Becco
- 7 : km 9.97 - alt. 274 m - La Reid
- 8 : km 13.79 - alt. 317 m - Monde Sauvage in Aywaille
- 9 : km 15 - alt. 230 m - Deigné
- 10 : km 15.9 - alt. 236 m - Rouge Thier
- 11 : km 16.42 - alt. 243 m - Adzeux
- S/E : km 18.35 - alt. 317 m - N62, near "Chez Flo"
Notes
Worth a visit
Attractions: Forestia and Le Monde Sauvage
Theux: the medieval castle of Franchimont
Banneux: the site of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary
Spa: spa town
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jacques.nys
Clarification:
Marion points out that the description is no longer necessary for the time being for hikes abroad.
To be more precise: by “abroad”, Marion meant “outside France” 
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Marion VR
Hello Dominique,
Descriptions are no longer required at this time for hikes undertaken abroad, so you may not always find a description for all of these hikes. Regarding the error you encountered with your PDF, please send us further details along with a screenshot to webmaster@visorando.com
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jacques.nys
@Dominique
A hiker seems to be enjoying the walk on 24 March 2026!
What exactly is happening?
What did you have before?
Did you post a message on the forum saying that the PDF was incorrect?
Kind regards
Jacques
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User 15420903
A lovely walk through woods, along country lanes and through peaceful countryside!
Well worth a go!
4/5
Moderate difficulty.
Route completed on 22 March 2026 in the spring sunshine
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Dominique VINCENTI
Overall rating : 0 / 5
Date of your route : Mar 23, 2026
Ease of following the route : Not used / Not applicable
Route interest : Not used / Not applicable
Very busy route : No
It's a shame – just like the previous ones, this PDF is giving me an error and I no longer have the description I had before!
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