The Geological Wall is a geological monument in the Belgian municipality of As. The wall is about nine meters high and was created by gravel extraction. The wall is located …

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February 25, 2023

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The Geological Wall, located in a former
gravel quarry, is one of the few geological
monuments in Belgium. Geological deposits
bring a history of nearly 300 000
year to life. Connoisseurs can even find ice ages
and warmer periods. Via a
stair tower of 8.5 meters high you can use the
visit the quarry wall at different levels.
A footbridge forms the connection between the soil
of the quarry and the original level.

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November 24, 2024

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In the wall of the abandoned gravel pit Hermans, northeast of As, important geological phenomena are clearly visible. The gravel pit is very important for the study of the deposits …

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1. Station As – Rouwmortelven loop from As

12.1km

03:06

50m

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

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2. Station As – Don't start the fire loop from As

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00:52

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3. Thor Park Pond loop from As

21.8km

05:41

150m

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

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Elevation 120 m

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Thursday 12 February

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Location: As, Hasselt, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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Geological Wall and Stair Tower

1. Station As – Rouwmortelven loop from As

2. Station As – Don't start the fire loop from As

3. Thor Park Pond loop from As

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