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Ancient Sand Quarry of Point du Jour (The Sanctuary)

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Ancient Sand Quarry of Point du Jour (The Sanctuary)

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    1. Tramway Path – Forest Trail Among the Ferns loop from Clabecq

    49.0km

    03:45

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    Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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    Intermediate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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    Intermediate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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    August 25, 2024

    Brussels yellow ochre sand was mined for construction and red greasy metallurgical sand for foundry moulds. The last sandpit in the Bois de la Houssière only ceased to be mined in 2002.

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      Elevation 140 m

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      Location: Braine-Le-Comte, Soignies, Hainaut, Wallonie, Wallonia, Belgium

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