White-tailed eagles breed in Belgium for first time
A pair of white-tailed eagles is breeding in De Blankaart nature reserve in Woumen: a first for Belgium
Nature reserves
Come with me and visit some of Belgium’s nature reserves which are dotted throughout the country. Let’s discover what plants and animals can be found there. Directions and maps are included.
Walking through Meerbeek and Bertem woods
A 12 km circular walk through beautiful woodland.
Explore the Kalkense Meersen
Explore river meadows with nature and photography highlights.
Sint Maartensheide Nature Reserve Near Bree
Explore a peaceful nature reserve with woodland and heath.
Enjoy a day hiking on the Kalmthout Heath
Experience wilderness on trails ranging from 8 to 26 km.
The Molsbroek nature reserve in Lokeren
5 or 8 km nature reserve walk around ponds and reed beds.
Find an Excuse to visit L’Ecluse
An 8 km Rosdel nature reserve walk near Hoegaarden.
Enjoy the Wildlife at the Erps-Kwerps Vijvers
Hidden away but visible from passing trains, the Erps-Kwerps Vijvers reveal a wealth of nature to the patient observer.
Walk around the Schulensmeer
Two circular walks (6 or 13 km) around Flanders’ largest lake.
Walk Through the Silsombos in Kortenberg
Within easy reach of Brussels, here’s a family-friendly nature walk in an area renowned for its wild orchids.
How to Explore The Mechels Broek Near Mechelen
Peaceful country walk through wetlands south of Mechelen.
Plenty to See and Enjoy in the Doode Bemde in Neerijse
There’s some great nature to enjoy while enjoying a country walk in the Doode Bemde nature reserve in Neerijse, south of Leuven.
Hike Around De Maten Nature Reserve
Heaths, ponds, and woodland in a beautiful reserve.
How to see the Bluebells of Belgium’s Blue Forest in 2026
One of Belgium’s great natural spectacles: the bluebells of the blue forest, the Hallerbos
Three walks on Mechelse Heide in the Hoge Kempen
Three hikes to enjoy in the stunning Hoge Kempen National Park
Enjoy A Day in the Hoge Kempen National Park
There are five entry points to the Hoge Kempen National Park. From these you can walk or cycle through this area of natural beauty.