All our hiking trails
The hiking trails in the Ardennes are as diverse as the landscapes they traverse. Whether you are looking for a peaceful hike in the heart of the forest, along a river or through authentic villages, the Ardennes offers a multitude of choices! The routes are adapted to your level and your desires.
Choose your hike, put on your boots and enjoy!
Practice type
Walking
4h
Yvoir - Poilvache - Yvoir
Magnificent walk starting from the center of Yvoir to discover the Ruins of Poilvache.
You start the walk by going up to the heights of the village of Yvoir to reach the Champalle Nature Reserve, which gives you a feeling of Ireland.
You then arrive at Evrehailles, a nice village with small stone houses and an old castle with a moat.
A path will then lead you to the ruins of Poilvaches.
Don't hesitate to go there, especially with your camera because the old feudal castle offers superb views on the Meuse Valley, or to taste the Fameuse Emeraude, a unique craft beer from the ruins.
Then go down to the small village of Houx and follow the Meuse river to Yvoir. You will pass in front of the mythical Island of Yvoir, you can reach it by taking the water ferry.
This walk should preferably be done with a clear sky to enjoy the beautiful landscapes overhanging the Mosane valley.
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Walking
Difficulty
Duration
4h
Dist.
12.5 km
Practice type
Walking
4h
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Lat : 50.32608Lng : 4.87862
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Maison du Tourisme Explore Meuse
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Medieval Ruins of Poilvache
Places of interest
Poilvache (13th – 15th century) is one of the most extensive medieval castles on the Meuse, covering 2.5 hectares, and was besieged on numerous occasions.Its massive and picturesque ruins have inspired poets and writers down the centuries.(Nature Reserve – Wallonia Major Heritage site).On a shady terrace, you can taste the famous beer of Poilvache: the Emeraude !Exploring the nature reserve...: The area hosts a remarkably diverse and fascinating nature reserve. The immense plateau is covered with tall Austrian black pines. Highlight of the spectacle : a breathtaking view of the Meuse Valley from the fortress walls.
Chemin de Poilvache 5530 Houx
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