Apart from a ford near the Moulin de Bistain (3) that is usually easy to cross, the other stream crossings are equipped with small bridges or footbridges that allow you to cross without getting your feet wet.
Some paths, however, sometimes require a bit of gymnastics to cross without getting wet after heavy rain.
Good waterproof walking shoes are essential.
This is a little-used route with no shops, but there are a few benches and picnic tables, particularly on the outskirts of Limerlé and at the Moulin de Bistain.
Of note near the starting point: the Manoir de Sterpigny, a former castle farm converted into a lodge.
Nature getaway in Sterpigny
Crossed by the Ourthe Orientale, Gouvy boasts magnificent landscapes to be discovered along the water, countryside and forests alternating between deciduous and coniferous trees. In autumn, it is of course the deciduous trees that make the biggest impression!
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 14.68 mi -
Average duration: 7h 50 -
Difficulty: Difficult -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 1,214 ft -
Descent: - 1,227 ft -
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Highest point: 1,716 ft -
Lowest point: 1,217 ft
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Country:
Belgium
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Area: Massif des Ardennes -
City:
Gouvy -
Start/End: N 50.183288° / E 5.883865° -
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Description of the walk
Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,414 ft - Sterpigny, 21A
- 1 : mi 4.69 - alt. 1,362 ft - Eastern Ourthe Valley
- 2 : mi 6.5 - alt. 1,660 ft - Passage flooded after heavy rain
- 3 : mi 11.56 - alt. 1,237 ft - Rocher and Moulin de Bistain
- S/E : mi 14.68 - alt. 1,414 ft - Sterpigny, 21A
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