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The Ardennes

Some ideas for a day out in the Ardennes, including short and longer walks, a few interesting museums to visit if it’s raining, and plenty of delightful Ardennes villages to explore

The Valley of the Hoëgne

Visit one of the prettiest river valleys in Belgium with this pleasant walk.

GR Sentiers has done a great job signing the GR footpaths

GR 571 Stage 5: Vielsalm to Gouvy

I reach the halfway point on the GR 571 long-distance path through the Ardennes. Yes, I did survive the cold night, and getting up early enabled me to experience the dawn chorus.

View over Coo from the top of the chair-lift

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.

The GR571 follows the Chefna

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.

GR571 Grand Fawe hills

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!

Walking a GR long-distance footpath in Belgium

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.

Grupont

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!