The Bois de Haute Heuval

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A lovely circular route around the Bois de Haute-Heuval. After about 1 km on a quiet concrete road, it takes an old cobbled street (worthy of Paris-Roubaix!) before joining forest paths. It may not be the most beautiful of the (many) possible walks in the area, but it is nonetheless enjoyable, whatever the season.

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    Activity: Walking
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    Distance: 2.57 mi
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    Average duration: 1h 15 
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    Difficulty: Easy
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    Back to start: Yes
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    Ascent: + 108 ft
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    Descent: - 118 ft
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    Highest point: 538 ft
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    Lowest point: 407 ft
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Description of the walk

Start: at the junction of Rue Adjudant Kumps and Chemin n°10

GPS: "Rue Adjudant Kumps 61 - 1495 Villers-la-Ville"

Parking: one or two spaces near No. 61 – Alternatively, parking is available near the church 500 metres further down the same street.

Route: see the map + waypoints

This route is a shortened version of walk no. 12 from the Villers-la-Ville tourist information office, which is marked with Red Rectangles.

Waypoints

  1. S/E : mi 0 - alt. 502 ft - Sainte-Anne
  2. 1 : mi 0.47 - alt. 518 ft - Haute-Heuval hamlet
  3. 2 : mi 1.35 - alt. 476 ft - Junction Rue d'Heuval / Path No. 10
  4. 3 : mi 1.75 - alt. 407 ft - Path No. 22
  5. 4 : mi 1.91 - alt. 423 ft - Path No. 23
  6. S/E : mi 2.57 - alt. 502 ft - Sainte-Anne

Notes

A relatively flat route with no difficulties. In dry weather, a good pair of trainers should suffice. In wetter weather, there may be a few muddy sections, but more than half the route is on firm ground.

Reviews and comments

4 / 5
Based on 1 review
Ease of following the route
5 / 5
Route interest
3 / 5
User 30803516
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Overall rating : 4 / 5

Date of your route : Aug 23, 2026
Ease of following the route : ★★★★★ Very good
Route interest : ★★★☆☆ Average
Very busy route : Yes

Opinion on the walk: mixed. The woodland setting is peaceful, but far too busy for my liking. The first section (from point 1 to point 2) runs alongside a very unpleasant, busy road where cars drive fast. In the woods, it was a big disappointment: the lake and many of the paths are private or off-limits, making it impossible to get close to them. As for the terrain, the ground is sandy with steep ascents and descents. In wet weather, make sure you wear sturdy shoes or wellies, as well as one or two walking sticks for added comfort. Finally, note that there are two benches along the route, perfect for taking a break.

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