Marshes and Ponds of Harchies

automatic translation

12.4 km • Bernissart

5.3133 0 0/5

12.4 km

route offered by

Peter XX

Icon starting point Addresse starting point (approximate)

Rue De Stambruges 62, 7321 Harchies, BE

Icon type signage of route signage

The route is not signposted. Use a GPS device or our app to follow the route.

Icon description route Description

Departure: free parking NMBS station Harchies - rue de Stambruges 63 - 7321 Bernissart

We depart via a field path alongside the railway until we reach the canal. We cross the canal twice to finally reach the marshes of Hensies. In this beautiful nature reserve, there are two ponds with observation posts, ideal for spotting and photographing birds.

Then we continue our walk to Le Préau. Here is the municipal campsite. On the other side, we may make a sanitary stop at the local fishermen's club clubhouse, provided there are volunteers present.

For enthusiasts: In the nearby village of Pommeroeul, a special procession takes place annually on August 14th at dusk. A dozen beautifully flower-adorned and brightly lit floats parade through the village. Upon the return of the statue of Mary to the church, children and the sick are blessed.

automatic translation