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Rixensart walks
Medium-length circular loop around Fedasil Rixensart
Visorando Member
6.17 mi
+420 ft
-427 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Rixensart (Brabant Wallon)
10 km route. Due to roadworks on Rue de Limalsart, the route is diverted via Rue de l’Institut and Rue de La Hulpe. It passes by Lake Genval, Maubroux Church, the Carpu nature reserve, the village of Bourgeois and Rixensart Park.
Short circular loop around Fedasil Rixensart
3.81 mi
+299 ft
-295 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Rixensart (Brabant Wallon)
Adeps route in the Rixensart woods and around Rixensart Castle.
Due to roadworks on Rue Royale – take the route via Avenue Joséphine Charlotte – Avenue Albert Prince de Liège – Avenue Reine Elisabeth
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
Through the paths of Walibrix
7.23 mi
+377 ft
-377 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Wavre (Brabant Wallon)
Hike through the woods and bucolic trails of Wavre, Limal, Bierges and Rixensart
The countryside around Lasne and Ottignies
7.17 mi
+226 ft
-253 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Wavre (Brabant Wallon)
An easy walk through the countryside of Lasne and Ottignies.
Circular route around Profondsart and Rixensart
4.18 mi
+187 ft
-203 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Wavre (Brabant Wallon)
A circular route starting from Profondsart station, passing through the centre of Rixensart with its spacious residential areas and a stretch through the countryside of Profondsart.
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.
Ohain champêtre
Association / Club / Walk leader
7.95 mi
+394 ft
-397 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
The tour is suitable for Nordic walking, despite a few short stretches on asphalt on small country roads and some cobblestones.
Ohain is renowned for its agriculture and the diversity and beauty of its landscape.
Several rivers run through the municipality, such as the Lasne (a tributary of the Dyle) and a few streams, including the Ohain.
Parc du Château de la Hulpe or Domaine Solvay
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.
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.
Solvay Regional Estate and Château de La Hulpe
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 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.
Walk in the Bois de Lauzelle
3.86 mi
+315 ft
-302 ft
2h 05
Easy
Departure from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve (Brabant Wallon)
This 'short' family walk allows you to discover the Lauzelle woods and the Louvain-la-Neuve golf course.
Moriensart – Pinchart – Le Puits
5.63 mi
+266 ft
-266 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve (Brabant Wallon)
A walk through the rolling Brabant countryside on the border between Lasne and Ottignies. The route mainly follows paths and tracks away from built-up areas, offering sweeping views from the plateaus. The route passes by the Moriensart Tower, a key feature of the local heritage.
Moriensart, Pinchart and Le Puits
5.52 mi
+154 ft
-144 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve (Brabant Wallon)
A picturesque walk on the outskirts of Lasne, Ottignies and Céroux-Mousty, taking you across the plateaus with sweeping views of the Pinchart and Puits districts. Among the points of interest is the site of the Moriensart Tower.
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.
Short loop at the Royal Golf Club of Waterloo
3.77 mi
+210 ft
-187 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
This short walk takes you through the countryside to the bleak plain of Waterloo and its magnificent golf course, where golf enthusiasts have long since replaced Napoleon's armies.
A short walk in Couture-Saint-Germain
4.32 mi
+433 ft
-433 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
Starting from the car park on the Route de l’Etat near the Maransart ponds, this short walk allows you to discover various aspects of Couture-Saint-Germain. Narrow nature trails link little-known neighbourhoods, with their beautiful houses, to the ponds in the Lasne Valley. Couture-Saint-Germain, like its neighbours Plancenoit and Lasne, has managed to preserve a wealth of walking trails waiting to be explored.
The Bois de Lauzelle in all its variety and charm
3.04 mi
+315 ft
-338 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve (Brabant Wallon)
A circular route that is as pleasant as it is varied in the superb Bois de Lauzelle, right next to the university town of Louvain-la-Neuve. An absolute must for nature lovers. The ‘wetland’ section along the Blanc-Ry is particularly charming thanks to the very successful landscaping.
Circular route to Couture-Saint-Germain and La Lasne
5.88 mi
+492 ft
-479 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
Here is a circular walk allowing you to discover the beautiful spots of the Lasne - Couture-Saint-Germain area, sometimes completely surrounded by nature, sometimes passing through the pretty neighbourhoods of this area. It involves a lot of ups and downs: the walk is in the "Brabant double 'v'allon" and the views are superb.
Short tour of Ottenburg
9.08 mi
+486 ft
-482 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Huldenberg (Brabant flamand)
This invitation to discover Walloon Brabant, on the border between Flemish Brabant and Walloon Brabant, alternates between countryside and forest, nature and urban areas, as well as a short section in the northern zone of Wavre, passing by the unmissable GSK, one of the largest employers in Wallonia.
Sculptor's Trail in Céroux-Mousty and Court-Saint-Étienne
5.76 mi
+354 ft
-354 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Court-Saint-Etienne (Brabant Wallon)
This circular route takes you along interesting paths around the villages of Céroux-Mousty and Court-Saint-Étienne. The highlight of the walk is the Sentier du Sculpteurs (Sculptors' Trail) with its magnificent wooden sculptures. A shortcut can be taken to reduce the walk to around 6 km.
The Sculptor’s Trail in Céroux-Mousty
5.76 mi
+354 ft
-354 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Court-Saint-Etienne (Brabant Wallon)
This circular route takes you along some interesting paths around the villages of Céroux-Mousty and Court-Saint-Étienne. The highlight of the walk is the Sentier du Sculpteurs and its magnificent wooden sculptures. A shortcut is available to reduce the walk to around 6 km.
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.
Ijse Valley in Huldenberg
9.51 mi
+348 ft
-325 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Huldenberg (Brabant flamand)
This walk is suitable for Nordic walking. Huldenberg is a municipality in the province of Flemish Brabant, not far from the linguistic border. The region is known for its table grape cultivation and the De Doode Bemde nature reserve. Doode means 'dead' (soil unsuitable for agriculture) and Bemde means 'wet meadow'.
Magnificent landscapes between Plancenoit and Maransart
4.16 mi
+246 ft
-240 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
A very beautiful circular walk with varied landscapes. As there are not many shaded areas, this walk is best avoided when it is hot and the sun is beating down. Magnificent in autumn, also nice in winter, but you can hear the N5 more as the trees are bare.
Plancenoit – Les Flamandes – Maransart
6.02 mi
+285 ft
-295 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Lasne (Brabant Wallon)
Starting from the charming Place de Plancenoit, this circular route takes you on a journey of discovery through the landscapes of Walloon Brabant, across fields and through woods. Most of the paths are natural, whilst others have been developed. Pleasant surprises await walkers, despite a 2 km stretch along the roadside as there are no connecting paths at this point. Sturdy walking boots may be useful, especially if it has rained in the days leading up to your walk. The route is not recommended for pushchairs or people with reduced mobility (narrow, sometimes muddy paths; crossing a field).
From Bousval to the Écurie de la Tourelle
3.27 mi
+180 ft
-171 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Genappe (Brabant Wallon)
The hike starts at Avenue des Habitations Modernes and goes to the stable at the turret, passing through fields, forests, a small village and the Ravel. This hike will allow you to discover peaceful and beautiful spots that are perfect for beginners.
Country walk to the "Vieux Manands"
3.44 mi
+171 ft
-171 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Genappe (Brabant Wallon)
Starting from the historic site of "Napoleon's last headquarters", this walk will introduce you to a region that is too often overlooked. You will take a quiet road, a dirt track and then paths over a small river before climbing up to a road that you will quickly cross to find another path at the bottom of the garden... And there you are in the centre of Plancenoit for a short while. Very quickly, your steps will take you back to crossroads combining tarmac (a little) and natural ground to cross the river again, then pastures and a historic farm, ending up on a very, very quiet road.
The Sonian Forest
6.97 mi
+397 ft
-377 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Watermaal-Bosvoorde (Région de Bruxelles-Capitale)
Discover the Sonian Forest, south of Brussels, by exploring its paths and avenues.
Delta, Boitsfort, Tumuli and Rouge Cloître
14.85 mi
+705 ft
-725 ft
1.5 hrs
Moderate
Departure from Oudergem (Région de Bruxelles-Capitale)
Cycling tour (gravel/hybrid/mountain bike) starting from Auderghem, through the Sonian Forest. The route crosses the magnificent Tournay-Solvay Park, follows part of the tracks of the former Boitsfort racecourse and reaches the Rouge Cloître site by crossing the Sonian Forest.