Wezemaal, Belgium
Hike through the orchards of the Wijngaardberg
Located in the commune of Rotselaar, the Wijngaardberg is a nature reserve. It features orchards, small vineyards, forests, and pastures. A pleasant mix that creates an unusual landscape to discover in all seasons.
Hiking in Wijngaardberg
Just 30 minutes from Brussels, this hike is perfect for getting some fresh air on a sunny day. The varied landscapes offered by the Wijngaardberg hike will transport you to another world for a moment.
Discover the Flemish vineyards of Wijngaardberg
The starting and ending point of the hike is in the forest, where you will find a small parking area accessible from the N19. Once your boots are on (which are necessary if it rained recently), we begin our hike. The first straight line is steep and requires some effort to reach the plateau. Once at the summit, you can see the first vineyards on the right. They are a minority along the route but make the region famous.
To learn more
If you wish to delve deeper into the subject, there is the Hageland Visitor Centre. Wine tastings are organized there, and a small shop will allow you to leave with one or two bottles of regional wine.
📍 Address • Kerkstraat 6, 3111 Wezemaal (Rotselaar)
ℹ️ All information can be found on the website of the tourism office of the Flemish Brabant.
Explore the orchards of Wijngaardberg
Continuing our journey to the left, we take the small paths through the apple orchards. In spring, the orchards are colored with a pale pink with the blossoming of various fruit trees. A special moment to discover the Wijngaardberg, straight out of a fairy tale.
Four-legged encounters at the Wijngaardberg
On a slope of the Wijngaardberg, we cross a few four-legged companions who graze peacefully in the pastures. This gives access to a viewpoint over the neighboring hill.
The loop ends by following the orchards between moorland and forest. If you are quiet and calm, you might see some curious birds on the bushes.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
🗺️ Itinerary • You can find our GPX track here or follow the different waypoints (6-605-61-63-62-604-6)
🅿️ Parking • Take the entrance at the bus stop Wijngaardberg on the N19. You can find the exact parking coordinates by clicking here.
🔎 More info on the sites of the Flemish Brabant or Natuurpunt.
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