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Forest (French, pronounced) or Vorst (Dutch, pronounced ⓘ), is one of the 19 municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region, Belgium. Located in the southern part of the region, it is bordered by Anderlecht, Ixelles, Uccle, and Saint-Gilles, as well as the Flemish municipality of Drogenbos.
- ChristianH7. Berlin, Germany 334 contributions. 4 days of photo safari and hiking. Wonderful environment just outside the skirts of Brussels. Hiking routes free available in the internet.
- SnowyShasta. Portland, OR2,151 contributions. Beautiful given the right timing. We happened to be visiting friends near Brussels in April, and they told us we had to visit Hallerbos.
- k d. Anzegem, Belgium 179 contributions. Perfect get away close by. When you want to get away from the stress of everyday life just go for a walk here. It is beautiful.
- olivier c. Saint-Hubert, Belgium 24 contributions. La Grande Forêt de Saint-Hubert is the biggest forest un Belgium, everything is green. La Grande Forêt, even if I live in the middle fore more than 30 years is always a pleasure to visit, just try it.
Nov 20, 2019 · Things to Do in Forest, Belgium: See Tripadvisor's 1,011 traveler reviews and photos of Forest tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in November. We have reviews of the best places to see in Forest. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- Parc Naturel Hautes Fagnes, Wallonia
- Hoge Kempen National Park, Limburg
- Zwin Nature Park, West Flanders
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One of the most beautiful regions in Belgium lies tucked away in the far east of French-speaking Wallonia. Here, the wind-swept moors and misty peat bog evoke an otherworldly landscape, while further south lies the equally enchanting Upper Eifel region with its forest-covered hills, shimmering lakes and flower-fringed valleys. Part of a nature reserve that spreads between Belgium and Germany, the High Fens – Eifel Nature Park has been around since 1971, and its 72,000 hectares (with another 1...
Best for adventurers
In the northeastern region of Limburgprovince, Hoge Kempen National Parkencompasses 12,000 hectares of heathland and forest interspersed with marshes, streams, and even the odd sandy patch. The park stretches across six different municipalities and is the largest reserve in Flanders. While lacking in elevation (like everywhere else in this vertically challenged nation), the park has exceptional beauty. Pine-scented forests, golden-lit purple heathland, and sparkling lakes make a memorable set...
Best for birders and families
Near the Netherlands border in West Flanders, the Zwinattracts such an impressive range of feathered creatures that it’s known as the "international bird airport." Amid mudflats, salt marshes, and scrub forests, over 350 bird species have been spotted. The nature reserve was created in 1952, making it the first such protected area in Flanders. Although diminutive in size, this 150-hectare site is one of Belgium’s most important wetland habitats. During the spring and fall migration, you can e...
The Ardennes in Belgium. Much of the Ardennes is covered in dense forests, with the hills averaging around 350–400 m (1,150–1,310 ft) in height but rising to over 694 m (2,277 ft) in the boggy moors of the High Fens region of south-eastern Belgium.
Oct 16, 2024 · The Sonian Forest is the only Natural World Heritage site in Belgium, recognised by UNESCO. The Sonian Forest still has some forty indigenous species of mammal , including 18 species of bat (Europe’s most endangered mammals).
Nov 19, 2020 · Belgium may not have towering peaks or massive glaciers, but the country does have rolling hills, magical forests, beautiful rivers and meanders, awesome viewpoints and rough rock formations. The following hikes in Wallonia are my absolute favorites.
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