Munte (Merelbeke) Makegem Forests
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13.6 km • Merelbeke-Melle
1.9706 1 4/5
Addresse starting point (approximate)
Munteplein 7, 9820 Merelbeke, BE
signage
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Description
Departure: St. Boniface Church - Munte Square - Munte
In this charming little church lie the relics of Saint Apollonia, patron saint against toothache. There is also a small exhibition about Marc Sleen, with clay figurines of the comic characters and many clay waffles.
Additionally, there are miniatures of the old, vanished cafes from the village (and there were many!). Marc Sleen's brother was the pastor here, hence why.
The walk itself heads towards the woods. A quiet environment with many boardwalks - I assume it's very marshy during a rainy season. Marcel van Miegroetdreef is one long boardwalk. Then further on to Nerenbos and Gentbos.
Later, back through the fields via the small but cozy village center of Bottelare.
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