Walking in Belgium – Discover Trails Across Every Province
Belgium may be small, but it’s full of big walking and hiking adventures. From the wild moorlands of the High Fens to the sandy dunes of the North Sea coast, from peaceful farmland trails to castle-dotted valleys, there’s a route here for every kind of walker.
In 35 years I’ve explored 200+ Belgian trails – from family-friendly strolls to challenging day hikes. Each guide includes practical details like start points, maps, GPX tracks, and points of interest.
To make it easier, I’ve selected some of my favourite walks in each province. Scroll down, choose your province, and start planning your next walk or hike in Belgium.
Not sure where to start? This interactive map shows you all the routes I’ve explored (the top ones in the lists below, plus others). Simply click a marker and you’ll see a link to more details about each walk.
Tip: Zoom in to discover hidden hikes in surprising, out-of-the-way places
Experience wilderness on trails ranging from 8 to 26 km.
Peaceful country walk through wetlands south of Mechelen.
A varied walk past castles, abbey, river, and nature reserve.
Explore river meadows with nature and photography highlights.
5 or 8 km nature reserve walk around ponds and reed beds.
Choose your route and enjoy nature, a museum, and local sights.
Scenic hillside trail through vineyards near Leuven.
Woods, open fields, and Silsombos nature reserve.
A 12 km circular walk through beautiful woodland.
An 11 km urban trail full of surprising sights
Two peaceful river walks of different lengths
Discover trees worldwide on this 7.5 km walk.
A 9 km country walk on the Brabants Leemplateau.
Campestral 9 km loop past fields and village sights.
Two circular walks featuring vineyards, history, and woodland.
A scenic trail to a remarkable steel tower.
Choose from three short walks or a longer river route.
An 8 km Rosdel nature reserve walk near Hoegaarden.
Visit parks, basilica, abbey, castle, and watermills on one loop.
A short 8 km or a longer 25 km hike by the river.
Escape Brussels on a refreshing countryside walk.
A woodland and fields trail perfect for families.
Scenic valleys, footpaths, and cycle routes in Flanders’ prettiest region.
Explore a peaceful nature reserve with woodland and heath.
Two circular walks (6 or 13 km) around Flanders’ largest lake.
A 23 km trail past orchards, wind farm, and museums.
Combine a castle visit with a countryside loop.
Heaths, ponds, and woodland in a beautiful reserve.
Three hikes to enjoy in the stunning Hoge Kempen National Park
One of the prettiest regions of Flanders is covered with footpaths.
A variety of routes across coast and countryside.
Discover Messines with trails recommended by wandelverhaal.be.
A historic walk through the town and surrounding landscapes
Two poignant trails past WWI cemeteries and memorials.
A 9 km loop past villages and rural scenery.
Colourful houses, chapel, clock museum, and farmland views.
Art, chapel, church, and panoramic views.
A 10 km farmland plateau walk above a pretty village.
A tranquil 9 km forest and fields route.
Explore a flooded quarry and woodland paths.
Quarry, château ruins, and windmill on one route.
Village walks with history and scenery.
A 14 km hike with 17 historic points of interest.
Country lanes and four villages on a pleasant day walk.
From Nivelles to Braine-le-Comte, station to station.
La Roche to Nivelles: varied first half, quieter second.
From Wavre to La Roche with plenty of variety.
Château, museum, and woodland trails.
A 22 km loop between Wallonia and Flanders.
7.5 km walk with chestnut picking opportunities.
Historical and natural walk with June flax fields.
Flax fields in bloom on a rural trail
Canal-side trail to the impressive Sloping Lock.
Ruined abbey, vineyard, and bird-filled lake.
Choose from three half- or full-day hikes.
A 30 km loop past Lompret, Bois Robert, and Lake Virelles.
A stunning 6 km forest trail by waterfalls and pools.
Five High Fens routes from Belgium’s highest point.
Four beautiful High Fens walks starting at Mont Rigi.
A circular route through river valley and lake.
5 or 9 km trails at one of Belgium’s highest spots.
One of Belgium’s most spectacular river valley hikes
Country trail plus a visit to the Tower of Eben-Ezer.
A challenging climb to stunning views.
Woodland trails best enjoyed in autumn colours.
Dolmens and standing stones on 6 or 17 km routes.
A peaceful section of the GR 571 long-distance footpath.
Among the hills for a dawn chorus and forest solitude towards Gouvy.
Trois-Ponts to Vielsalm: spring along the River Salm.
A 15 km hike through valleys, cottages, and open views.
A 15 km loop plus a chocolate museum stop.
Seven great trails through one of Belgium’s largest forests.
Lovely weekend walks around two Ardennes villages.
An 18 km circular hike along the Lesse.
River Lesse trail past Château de Vêves.
Scenic walk to La Fange de l’Abîme reserve.
Two trails: a short kids’ route and a 10 km walk.
Circular trail from the castle through fields and woods.
A circular forest walk in Chimay.
A 23 km hike with varied landscapes and villages.
Adventurous ups and downs in an Ardennes valley.
I’m continually adding new walks here. Is there a trail you’d like me to cover? Drop me a line.
