GR 571 Stage 4: Trois-Ponts to Vielsalm
Stage 4 of the GR 571, and the first signs of spring along the River Salm.
Country walks
GR 571 Stage 3: Stoumont to Trois-Ponts
Stage 3 of the GR 571: more steep climbs, more snow, more great views, more fun! I come across plenty of reminders that this area was in the middle of a huge conflict during the Second World War, and experienced a wonderful climb with some great views from the top.
GR 571 Stage 2: Aywaille to Stoumont
Stage 2 of the GR 571 featured steep ascents, great views, scary footbridges and some snow! And a lovely overnight stay at Maggie’s AirBnB in Stourmont.
When do the bluebells bloom in the Hallerbos?
Get ready for a superb natural spectacle. Bluebells. Millions of them
GR 571 Stage 1: Comblain-au-Pont to Aywaille
I set off on the first stage of the GR 571 long-distance path in the Belgian Ardennes. I quickly get confused as to which path to take, but the diversion gave me great views. Oh, the temperature was below zero! Brrr!
2016: The year of the long-distance footpath
Follow me over a few weekends as I walk the 165-km GR 571 long-distance footpath in the Belgian Ardennes. It’s just one of many long-distance paths that criss-cross Belgium. Will I complete it? Let’s find out.
Great website for Silly Walks
If you want to explore the Le Tournaisis region of Belgium, this website is a good starting point. The whole area is worth exploring. It contains two natural parks, quaint villages, rural museums, chateaux, and a comprehensive network of country walks.
Cycling and hiking in Belgium
An ingenious network of cycle paths and footpaths covers many parts of Flanders and makes it easy to devise your own unique cycling and hiking route.
Masbourg: How Green is my Valley
A 15 km hike through the green valleys around Masbourg in the Ardennes. If you want some fresh air, wonderful views, cute cottages and a bit of solitude, this walk could be just what the doctor ordered!
Langdorp: A trip down memory lane
A 14 km walk through forests, fields and heathland, and a visit to the past. Why? We used to live in Langdorp, over 20 years ago. We spent 3 years there, and I haven’t been back since. Will I recognize it? Will it have changed? Read on to find out!
The golden forests of Outrelouxhe
There are some wonderful woodland walks in and around Outrelouxhe, particularly lovely when displaying their autumn colours.
A 7.5 km walk around Doiceau
A 7.5-km walk around Doiceau, with opportunities to harvest the fruits of the wild.