Averbode Forest & Heath
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13 km • Tessenderlo
1.7384 1 5/5
Addresse starting point (approximate)
Schoterheide 18, 3980 Tessenderlo, BE
signage
The route is fully signposted with nodes.
Description
Beautiful network trails hike that starts at the Lourdes grotto in Schoterheide, Tessenderlo.
After a short approach route, the loop walk begins, which mainly goes through forests. One first walks through the nature reserve Gerhagen and then through the area Averbode Bos en Heide to enjoy alternating forest and heathland.
The hike does not pass by the Abbey of Averbode, but one can still enjoy beautiful views of the abbey and its surroundings from a distance.
More photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/kt7JpgEgzudqYtgT6
Enjoy this walk,
Eddy, Rita, and Prinske
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Saturday, February 28, 2026 by B.M.Beautiful walk, lots of nature and unpaved roads. One downside: limited parking at the starting point. Found parking along the way, for example at the clog museum and on Turnhoutsebaan/Heggebossenweg.
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Sunday, March 1, 2026 by Eddy & RitaThank you for your response. Enjoy your walks!
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