Hiking around Willies is one of the best ways to experience more of the landscape, although finding the right route is not always easy. To help, here are the top hikes and walks around Willies — so you can just get out and go.

Last updated: October 7, 2025

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1. Val-Joly Lake Loop – Val Joly Dam loop from Willies

18.7km

05:09

310m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Val Joly Dam – Val-Joly Lake Loop loop from Willies

8.79km

02:21

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – Abbey of Liessies loop from Liessies

4.55km

01:09

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – Lac du Val-Joly loop from Liessies

12.4km

03:25

200m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – The chapel of Saint Hiltrude loop from Liessies

8.65km

02:19

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Willies

1. Val-Joly Lake Loop – Val Joly Dam loop from Willies

2. Val Joly Dam – Val-Joly Lake Loop loop from Willies

3. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – Abbey of Liessies loop from Liessies

4. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – Lac du Val-Joly loop from Liessies

5. Church of Bois-l'Abbé – The chapel of Saint Hiltrude loop from Liessies

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