The 500 ha Walenbos is a vast, wild, wet and inhospitable nature reserve. It is one of the most important nature reserves in the Hageland. The forest is home to the largest alder forest in Flanders. The name of the forest is said to refer to the area's soggy, wet subsoil. Untouched nature is trump card here in this green pearl. Here you can relax and enjoy true untouched nature!

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Frank en Nancy 🇧🇪

April 8, 2021

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The Walenbos is a forest in the Belgian municipality of Tielt-Winge and is one of the most important nature reserves in the Hageland. The forest is approximately 500 hectares and consists mainly of alder forest. This makes it one of the largest alder bog forests in Flanders.

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Anne&Nera

September 18, 2022

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Beautiful forest, those who come for a walk here often have to brave the mud. So rubber boots are recommended. You can connect from here to the Troostenbergbos.

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Wooden Bridges in Walenbos – Houwaartberg loop from Tielt-Winge

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Wooden Bridges in Walenbos – Walenbos Entrance loop from Houwaart

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Walenbos Trail – Walenbos loop from Houwaart

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Tielt-Winge, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

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Wooden Bridges in Walenbos – Houwaartberg loop from Tielt-Winge

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