This selection of delicious, autumn walks, some brand new, others quite off the beaten paths… prove a real inspiration to make the most of the gentle temperatures and cheerful colours of the season.
Through meadows and orchards in the Province of Liège
How about having lunch surrounded by nature? If you are tempted go on, book your Bollandois backpack! It contains delicious treats from the Pays de Herve:
- a cheese and charcuterie board
- a traditional baguette, a savoury cheese cake, gingerbread, honey and syrup, dried fruits...
- regional drinks (5 options to choose from)
Pick it up and set off for adventure, a trail speckled with legends and stories about the village of Bolland.
Among the marked walks, children will love the “cow hide and seek game” and the “backpack escape game” created just for them. There are two versions: one for 7-9 years old, the other for kids over the age of 10.
L'apéronade Bollandoise
3, 6 or 9 km walks
Dates and booking: laperonade.be
Tel: +32 495 20 98 43 and on Facebook
A enchanting walk in Trooz
La Ferme des Loups comes with quite a range of options for hikers wishing to explore the Province of Liège: no less than 7 trails and 5 delicious hampers!
In each bag is a secret code, which you can enter on your smartphone to listen to the local legend of the wolf while you are out in nature.
lafermedesloups.com, an emblematic building in Forêt-Village, also offers activities to enjoy on site. Think of it as a zytho-bistro-naturo-tourist complex. To fully understand all that entails, you simply have to go and say hi..
Backpacks from la Ferme des Loups
7 walks from 2 to 12 km, departing from Forêt-Village
Every Sunday, until the end of 2023
Booking by email lafermedesloups.foret@gmail.com
Wednesday to Saturday, tel: +32 4 262 35 20
Summer walk? Or winter walk?
In Ciney (Province of Namur), La Cave de David is not just a gem with delicious wine on its shelves. It stock amazing treats too, all perfect for a foodie hike.
Its Randobags feature the best delicacies of the Condruzien terroir, local products supporting short circuits and praising regional artisans of the Ciney region: cheesemakers, butchers, chocolatier, brewers, bakers...
Each hamper comes with sparkling, white, red or rosé wine, water and organic apple juice.
A walking guide is provided in the bag to help you learn about the rich heritage of Ciney or simply recharge your batteries in the great outdoors.
The only thing you need to bring is a picnic blanket.
La Cave de David's Gourmandonnées
Cultural or country walks: 4, 8 or 12 km - On foot or by bike
Dates: lacavededavid.be
Hamper pick up: by appointment, to be arranged via the booking form formulaire de réservation
GrillHike: walks and barbecues in the Hautes-Fagnes
GrillHike is a fun, original activity to disconnect from daily life and admire the magnificent landscapes of the Hautes-Fagnes region.
The activity will take you to places as emblematic as Reinhardstein Castle, the Warche valley or the Bayehon waterfall.
And when you find your perfect spot, say at the edge of a stream or on a peak overlooking a valley… you can settle down for a barbecue.
GrillHike takes care of everything: the insulated backpack for the meal (6 options to choose from, all based on local products), the backpack for the food and the portable barbecue, a map and a roadbook for the route you have selected.
Perfect for unique moments with family, couple or friends!
Friends, fondue, hike in the Namur region
A whole feast with Belgian products awaits! It's not every day that you take something to prepare a fondue in a backpack then go explore wonderful viewpoints.
Kaascroute is a truly unusual gourmet experience, one worth gathering all your friends!
There are 5 routes to choose from, each with 3 levels of difficulty.
Want to extend the experience and take part in a nature weekend? Clémence, the organizer, can organise this little break from everyday life for you…
Kaascroute by Just Go in Namur
5 locations in the Namur region, 3 levels of difficulty
Pick up and giving the bags back: in Erpent, within an agreed time slot
Follow Just Go Outdoor on social media to stay informed
A fondue in the Ardennes
La Fromenade, which combines a promenade and cheese fondue, is a timeless experience.
The routes are accessible to all: gentle or confirmed walkers, families with little ones, pushchairs and visitors in wheelchairs.
Choose your dream route, find a good place to set up and let the different varieties of cheese from local producers melt in the fondue pot. A table!
Meant to be shared between 6 hikers, the equipment is designed to work not matter what weather comes your way.
Extend the adventure
spend a night in nature, tent and campfire included
La Fromenade in the Ardennes
2 to 15 km walks, starting from Moulin du Ruy
Collection and return of the backpack: Stoumont
Booking: lafromenade.be
The cheeses vary with the season
A memorable gourmet experience in the Ardennes
Ardenne plaisir organizes a range of walks and activities to discover the landscapes and flavours of the Ardennes.
Book a guided walk in the Grande Forêt de Saint-Hubert with a picnic or forest meal: you won’t be disappointed.
Picnics are organised by one or more local producers or artisans, depending on their availability. Forest meals come with different options. Whatever your choice is, be prepared for a feast!
Cherry on the cake, the Saint-Hubert forest will no longer have any secrets for you.
Ardenne plaisir
Guided walk in the Saint-Hubert forest, ardenneplaisir.be
Booking: by phone +32 498 57 37 08 or e-mail info@ardenneplaisir.be
An aperitif on the heights of Tournai
Or an aperitif stroll on the slopes of Mont-Saint-Aubert!The experience comes with a backpack filled with regional products and roadbook. You will find all the information on their Facebook.
Tips for your hikes
These gourmet walks are carefully prepared by their organizers.
- Remember to check the details and conditions of the hike before your departure
- Check the weather forecast beforehand and dress accordingly
- Preserve nature during your walks
- Leave no trace! Please collect your litter and take it to the nearest bin
- Remain courteous and always notify guests if you are unable to attend.
There always is fun to be had in Wallonia, whatever the season!