Toerisme Vlaams-Brabant

The Gable Walk

9.1 km

Not afraid of a little wetness? Then this hike is for you. From the center of Wilsele-Putkapel (Leuven) you walk to natu...re reserve De Gevel, just across the border with Rotselaar. Originally the area was called Gever, derived from the Germanic 'gabra', meaning swamp. It was formed in an old meander of the Dijle River. The reed beds and surrounding wet forests provide a rich bird habitat. Among others, the great egret, the golden oriole and the wood warbler are regular guests. read more

Meensel-Kiezegemwandeling

14.4 km

Meensel-Kiezegem, the hometown of Eddy Merckx. But they are even more proud of their fruit here. Nowhere in Flemish Brab...ant can you find so many apple and pear plantations, which bring with them a beautiful sea of blossoms around April. Along the way, discover the fruit sculptures Symbiosis and De Reis. You can score a tasty souvenir in the Fruit Vanhellemont farm store. read more

Binkomwandeling

6.9 km

Start at the foot of the "cathedral of the Hageland," the imposing St. John the Baptist Church that towers high above th...e small village of Binkom. Feel like a true pilgrim for a moment as you cross the fields on footpath 60 toward the St. Rochus Chapel. Take a breather here before continuing your hike towards the Tafelbos, where in springtime you will be treated to a beautiful carpet of wood anemones. Be sure to enjoy something tasty at a local restaurant along the way. read more

Kraainem and Wezembeek walk

11.7 km

Discover the green eastern edge with the valleys of the Kleine Maalbeek and Wezembeek. They lead you through the Zeenbos... in Sterrebeek and the park Jourdain with the castle of the same name, in Kraainem. Stroll along domain De Burbure and the banks of the Wezembeek. read more

Rijnrodewandeling

14.6 km

On the Rijnrode hike you'll combine wide views from the Hermans hill along with walking among the orchards. You'll be cl...imbing some slopes and walk over hilltops. Tip: Be sure to visit the Kluisberg wine domain. You'll deviate 600 meters from the hike via Rijnrode for this. You can picnic among their vineyards. This hike is offered by Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more

Sequoiawandeling

5.3 km

When the wood hyacinths bloom, the Hallerbos is dotted with a beautiful carpet of blue flowers. This forest is a remnant... of the Coal Forest, a large forest area that stretched from the Zenne to the Meuse. The hike passes giant giant sequoias, these large conifers are said to be the largest trees in the Hallerbos. This is a walk on a virtual hiking network, the nodes are not signposted on the property. Follow the wooden posts with blue markings. This hike is offered by the Agency for Nature and Forest and Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more

Plateauwandeling

4 km

Around mid-April, the flowering of the wood hyacinth in the Haller forest creates a fairy-tale purple carpet of flowers.... The plateau walk is located on the central plateau in the forest and therefore in the middle of hyacinth territory. The trail is adapted for wheelchair users and at regular distances there are adapted benches and picnic tables. This is a walk on a virtual hiking network, the nodes are not signposted on the property. Follow the wooden posts with white-and-black markings. This walk is offered by the Agency for Nature and Forest and Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more

Reebokwandeling

8.2 km

The Hallerbos is the most important and vast forest area between Zenne and Zoniën. The forest is a crowd pleaser thanks ...to the beautiful purple carpet of wild hyacinths, which bloom around mid-April. The varied relief makes for wonderful hiking opportunities and makes a visit to this forest more than worthwhile. The roebuck walk is an athletic hike that takes you along three of the four valleys in the Haller forest. This is a hike on a virtual hiking network, the nodes are not signposted on the property. Follow the wooden posts with yellow markings. This hike is offered by the Agency for Nature and Forest and Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more

Draft horse walk

4.4 km

You walk along winding paths and stately forest lanes, passing the most beautiful spots of the Gaasbeek and Groenenberg ...castle estates. Just when you think the landscape cannot get any more impressive, you spot the Brabantine draught horses in the surrounding meadows. You finish on the imposing courtyard of Gaasbeek Castle, where you can enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the region with a drink in your hand. This walk is offered by Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more

Serristenwandeling Eizer

5.2 km

Explore the slow roads of Eizer, also known at the time for growing peaches. From the authentic "snapped" greenhouses to... super modern and computerized farms. The greenhouses vary, but behind each glass house is a serrist growing his table grapes with heart and soul. This walk is offered by Tourism Flemish Brabant. read more