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Through a beautiful forest – Villers-la-Ville Abbey loop from La Roche

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Belgium
Wallonia
Walloon Brabant
Nivelles
Court-Saint-Étienne

Through a beautiful forest – Villers-la-Ville Abbey loop from La Roche

Moderate

4.4

(39)

112

hikers

Through a beautiful forest – Villers-la-Ville Abbey loop from La Roche

03:17

12.1km

170m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.98 km

Sandy Forest Trails

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Beautiful sandy paths leading into the forests.

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2

2.42 km

Through a beautiful forest

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

You leave the ruins of Villers-la-Ville behind you and suddenly find yourself in the middle of a beautiful forest. Let yourself be guided by the tranquility and marvel at the species-rich flora that grows here.

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3

4.39 km

Bluebell Woods of Villers

Highlight • Forest

5.17 km

Bois de l'Ermitage

Forest

5

5.68 km

Porte de Namur

Highlight • Monument

The Porte de Namur is a monumental gate in the classical style. It is a remnant of the abbey walls from 1725, which were built under Abbot Jacques Hache. The …

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5.89 km

Villers-la-Ville Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Founded in the 12th century by Cistercian monks, this former abbey is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. No less than 900 years of history are told through the 50,000 m² of walls, stones, medieval gardens, vaults and vineyards.

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9.84 km

Beaver Dams and Habitat

Highlight • Natural Monument

I wasn't expecting this, but it's amazing what these creatures can build. Make sure you bring boots that can handle some water and dirt because the beaver dams have flooded the walking trail.

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9

10.1 km

Beaver Information Board

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B

12.1 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.27 km

1.06 km

1.06 km

940 m

444 m

258 m

Surfaces

4.11 km

2.18 km

1.77 km

1.45 km

1.43 km

886 m

215 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Thursday 21 May

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