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La Hulpe walks
Parc du Château de la Hulpe or Domaine Solvay
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.01 mi
+495 ft
-505 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
The Solvay Estate was built on land that was once part of the Sonian Forest. It owes its name to Ernest Solvay, an industrialist who invented a new process for manufacturing soda ash (used in glassmaking and metallurgy). In 1893, he acquired the estate to use as his second home. The Solvay Estate includes a beautiful château. In 1968, Ernest Solvay's grandson, Ernest-John Solvay, donated the estate to the state.
Solvay Regional Estate and Château de La Hulpe
Visorando Member
5.51 mi
+308 ft
-312 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
After a trip to the Sonian Forest, Miss Kika will show you around the Solvay Estate and its "Moulinsart-style" castle. Perhaps you'll bump into Professor Calculus? However, there's no chance of seeing Captain Haddock, as the park's many lakes are for freshwater sailors only!
Walk along the trails of La Hulpe
3.40 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
Walk along the quiet paths of Château de la Hulpe. Starting from the car park on Drève de la Ramée (Gaillemarde), stroll along peaceful forest paths far from the hustle and bustle. Take the time to listen to the birds singing and admire the beautiful vegetation.
Circular route in the Sonian Forest around Drève de la Ramée in La Hulpe
3.40 mi
+351 ft
-354 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
A very pretty 1½-hour circular route along quiet paths in the Sonian Forest, near the Folon Foundation and La Hulpe Castle. Absolutely peaceful for two-thirds of the route, though the section near the ring road is inevitably noisier. Relaxing and pleasant in all seasons. Particularly lovely when the wild garlic is in bloom. You may see and hear many birds.
The Sonian Forest on the Solvay and Argenteuil side
8.84 mi
+617 ft
-594 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
These magnificent beech woods in the Forest of Soignes are a feast for the eyes and offer a sense of tranquillity to walkers seeking peace and serenity. The Folon Museum and the green spaces around La Hulpe Castle are a true invitation to embark on a cultural and architectural journey amidst nature that has been splendidly landscaped within an extraordinary park. Towards the end, however, the proximity of the Brussels Eastern Ring Road and the walls of the Argenteuil estate somewhat detract from the natural feel of the start. That is why a few promising shortcuts are suggested.
Tour of the grounds of La Hulpe Castle
4.72 mi
+285 ft
-289 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from La Hulpe (Brabant Wallon)
Starting from the estate’s car park on the forest side (Gaillemarde), this walk quickly leaves the estate itself to join the GR® 126, which you follow for part of the way. The landscape is that of the Forest of Soignes, with magnificent tall trees, mainly beech and oak. Beautiful avenues and forest paths lead to the Étang Solvay and the large grassy areas surrounded by rhododendrons and azaleas – which are superb when in bloom – leading up to the château. Not to mention the Folon Museum.
Blue Circular starting from Hoeilaart
14.63 mi
+2,966 ft
-2,959 ft
2.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Hoeilaart (Brabant flamand)
A 24 km circular between wide forest paths and more technical sections. In short, two hours of pure joy in the heart of nature!
The route starts at the town hall in Hoeilaart and passes through Groenendaal. It is very well marked with the blue mountain bike logo.
Double circular loop starting from Fedasil Rixensart
12.50 mi
+978 ft
-968 ft
6h 35
Difficult
Departure from Rixensart (Brabant Wallon)
A route starting from Fedasil Rixensart. It then passes by Lake Genval, Maubroux Church, the Carpu Nature Reserve, the Mahiermont district, Route de Renipont, Odrimont (Lasne), the village square (Ohain), Saint-Etienne Church, Route de la Marache, Dadelane, Rue du Moulin, Renipont beach, Rue du Baillois, Bourgeois, the tram quay and Rixensart Park. Fairly significant elevation gain
From Rhodes-Saint-Genèse to the Solvay Estate through the forest
6.19 mi
+387 ft
-397 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Sint-Genesius-Rode (Brabant flamand)
A very beautiful and varied route, set against the backdrop of the Sonian Forest.
Circular route around Waterloo Golf Course starting from Ransbeck
2.62 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
A lovely 4 km circular route around the Royal Golf Club of Waterloo, starting from the charming Place de Ransbeck. This route is a slightly longer version of the walk entitled ‘A short walk in Ransbeck’, with the difference that this route passes by the Chapelle Jacques.
A short walk in Ransbeck
1.89 mi
+135 ft
-164 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
Here’s a short, circular walk to enjoy when you’re looking to unwind and don’t have much time. After a stretch of cobblestones, the path turns into a dirt track, then a sunken lane, before crossing the Royal Waterloo Golf Course. Another sunken lane leads us to a cobbled road, bringing the route to a close.
Ohain champêtre
7.95 mi
+394 ft
-397 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
The route is suitable for Nordic walking, despite a few short stretches of tarmac on small country roads or, occasionally, cobblestones.Ohain is renowned for its agriculture and for the diversity and beauty of its landscape.Several watercourses flow through the municipality, such as the Lasne (a tributary of the Dyle) and a few streams, including the Ohain.
The Waterloo Golf Course, the Smohain Valley and its old mill
7.60 mi
+531 ft
-531 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
This walk will help you discover Ohain. Miss Kika will take you along small paths, trails and lanes, crossing the golf course towards the Smohain valley, which you will follow for most of the walk. Together with the Lasne river, into which it flows, it gives the village its relief, while the numerous ponds attract many species of birds. The variety of landscapes, horses and numerous marked trails are what make this town so charming.
A short walk in Ohain
2.30 mi
+167 ft
-174 ft
1h 10
Easy
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
There are several walking guides available for Lasnes. There are booklets and a map showing all the walks. This walk partly follows the route of Walk No. 1. Signposts are in place. The walk then returns fairly directly to Place de Ohain, the starting point. There is a bench at a junction of small roads.
