The best hikes in the Ardennes with children
100% kid-friendly hikes
The Ardennes is an ideal destination for hiking enthusiasts. Along the water, in the forest, on a plateau... there's plenty of choice! However, not all walks are necessarily suitable when it comes to introducing younger children to this activity. Trails that are too long or too steep can quickly become discouraging. That's why we have selected the best hiking trails in the Belgian and French Ardennes, perfect for family adventures and discovering the beauty of our region together.
Rivelottes





The short Rivelottes walk only reveals a tiny part of La Calestienne which is Natura 2000 listed. However, it gives you an idea of the biological wealth on this site: a magnificent chalk grassland, and a forest at the bottom of the valley where ash trees dominate alongside elms, alders, rowans and elderberry trees. The chalky grassland came from the practice of extensive grazing, i.e. there were few animals per hectare. The end of the walk is along a quarry that is no longer in operation. It is not uncommon to see wild carrots and oregano there. Or you may even come across a slow worm, the lizard with no feet.
Signalétique (EN)
N1 (Pedestrian) - Yellow

IGN Map

Aerial Photos / IGN

Slope Map (IGN Plan)

Map 1950 / IGN

State Major Map (1820-1866)

Open Street Map
6440 Boussu-lez-Walcourt