In the footsteps of the Wolf of La Douve
There is a legend written by Mr Daniel Van Alken, published in the 100th issue of Cahiers de Jadis and edited by the non-profit organisation Mémoire de Neupré, which tells the story of a lone wolf. This legend is set in Plainevaux. On this walk, you will discover the places where the wolf is said to have passed. Look for its footprints or tracks! If you don’t find the wolf’s, you’ll discover plenty of others… wild boars, roe deer, badgers. Don’t forget to look up to discover some magnificent scenery!
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 2.35 mi -
Average duration: 1h 25 -
Difficulty: Easy -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 423 ft -
Descent: - 417 ft -
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Highest point: 774 ft -
Lowest point: 344 ft
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Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 761 ft
- 1 : mi 0.09 - alt. 745 ft - Trail No. 34
- 2 : mi 0.51 - alt. 696 ft - A quarry reclaimed by nature
- 3 : mi 1 - alt. 427 ft - View of the meadows
- 4 : mi 1.63 - alt. 620 ft - View of Strivay Castle
- 5 : mi 1.82 - alt. 633 ft - Path No. 27
- S/E : mi 2.35 - alt. 761 ft
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