Saint-Denis (Mons) 15 km

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14.9 km • Mons

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14.9 km

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Peter XX

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Chemin des Vallées, 7061 Soignies, BE

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Departure: parking near Rue de Filature 4 to 12 in 7034 Saint-Denis

We depart from the Abbey of Saint-Denis. Dating back to 1081, it was inhabited by Benedictines until the end of the 18th century. Afterwards, it was converted into a cotton factory and is now a cohousing project with housing and apartments in a beautiful enclosed estate.

Then we proceed through the Bois de la Vignette. This forest is interspersed with streams and waterways, and water is also extracted here by the Walloon Water Company. There is even a working watermill.

After about 6 km, we arrive in the countryside between fields and meadows. We pass through the villages of Thieusies and Sirieux, to then return via the Bois des Aulnois. This forest is managed somewhat like a primeval forest, meaning that the paths are little or not maintained. Wearing or bringing long trousers is advisable here.

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