Belgium

Children’s Outdoor Activities in Belgium 2023

Updated for 2023, this eBook lists over 550 places in Belgium that are great for children’s outdoor activities.

Giant hogweed is an impressive plant, growing up to 5 meters tall, but should be avoided as its sap can generate painful skin blisters.

A brief look back on 12 years of the Discovering Belgium blog, that has reached one million views.

The Grand Commandery Alden Biesen is one of the most imposing castle estates in Belgium.

A pleasant walk along country lanes and crossing the fields of Walloon Brabant, passing through four villages on the way.

Explore the heaths, ponds and woods of De Maten nature reserve in Limburg.

Due to the coronavirus, the Hallerbos just outside Brussels will be closed to visitors.

The forests around Chimay are excellent for hiking. Here’s a circular walking route for a day in the forests around Chimay.

A 30 km walk starting from Virelles near Chimay, heading up to the village of Lompret, going into Bois Robert, and circling the Lake of Virelles.

You can’t beat a cold, frosty and sunny morning for a lovely Saturday morning walk

I’m frequently asked why I left the UK and moved to Belgium. When I tell people the whole story, they are often totally amazed.

The Voerstreek is one of the prettiest regions of Flanders; and is covered with footpaths and cycle routes. Here’s a 26k hiking route.