This walk leads you along beautiful roads and paths through the southern foothills of the gigantic forest of Anlier. From the 16th century, the forges of the region produced products that were sold throughout Europe. The walk starts at the Place Pierre Nothomb and leads past the étang du Châtelet to the beautiful forest of Anlier. After a few kilometers you will arrive at the Château du Pont d'Oye from the 17th century. The road then leads to the ruins of the old Forge du Prince. A sign explains the manufacture and the main advantages of Walloon iron products from the 16th to the 18th century. From a height you can view the ruins of the whole complex.
Distance: 9 km.
Time: 2h30.
Grade: Easy.
Type: Circular.
Gps Track: Yes.
Route description: Yes.
Wheelchair: Not suitable.
Dog: Allowed.
Height gain: 159 meters.
Trail: Paved and unpaved.
Marking: Red rectangle.
Hiking shoes recommended.
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The forest of Anlier.
The walk starts at the Place Pierre Nothomb and leads along the étang du Châtelet to the beautiful deciduous forests of the Anlier forest. After a few kilometers you will arrive at the Château du Pont d'Oye from the 17th century. The road then leads to the ruins of the old Forge du Prince forge. A sign explains the manufacture and main advantages of Walloon iron products from the 16th to the 18th century. From a height you can view the ruins of the entire complex.
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You can not enter the ruins of the Forge du Prince for safety reasons.
POI 1 - Forest of Anlier.
The forest of Anlier is one of the largest forest massifs of the Belgian Ardennes. The forest is 7000 hectares and lies in the south-eastern part of the Belgian province of Luxembourg between the Ardennes and the Gaume. The most important rivers in and around the forest are the Rulles, the Anlier and the Sûre. The deciduous forest is European protected as a Natura 2000 area and is part of the 'Upper-Sûre Forest of Anlier' nature park.
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