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: 3.78 km -
Average duration: 1h 25 -
Difficulty: Easy -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 129 m -
Descent: - 127 m -
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Highest point: 236 m -
Lowest point: 105 m
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Waypoints
- S/E : km 0 - alt. 232 m
- 1 : km 0.15 - alt. 227 m - Trail No. 34
- 2 : km 0.82 - alt. 212 m - A quarry reclaimed by nature
- 3 : km 1.61 - alt. 130 m - View of the meadows
- 4 : km 2.63 - alt. 189 m - View of Strivay Castle
- 5 : km 2.93 - alt. 193 m - Path No. 27
- S/E : km 3.78 - alt. 232 m
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