Description
With majestic radiance: The centuries-old Hertogenwald rightfully bears its name.
In the 17th century, Haus Ternell, in the heart of the Hertogenwald, served as a hunting lodge for a wool manufacturer from Monschau. Today, it is the ideal starting point for walks and hikes. The clearing is about 500 meters above sea level and leads into Belgium's largest continuous forest area. Just a few steps, and we are deep in the forest, surrounded by green thickets. Yet, the Hertogenwald is the opposite of a gloomy fairy-tale forest.
Sunbeams penetrate through the foliage, making streams and rocks sparkle. At the end of the path lies a hidden valley. From the dark riverbed, isolated tree stumps protrude. Between granite rocks and steep slopes, we follow the little river, which gradually becomes a river before flowing into the Weser. Halfway there, it goes uphill again so we reach the other bank. Here flows the Getzbach, which accompanies us back to our starting point, Haus Ternell.
Junction signage:
Please follow these junctions: 62 > 71 > 5 > 49 > 25 > 36 > 96 > 62
Plan your own route: www.ostbelgien.eu/de/wandern/wanderroutenplaner
Details
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Difficulty Medium
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Physical condition
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Experience
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Landscape
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Highest point
507 m
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Lowest point
374 m
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Best period for this activity
January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
Safety instructions
The route along the Hill is somewhat more demanding. The return route along the Getzbach is easier.
- Dogs must be kept on a leash.
Recommended equipment
High hiking boots, bring water, opportunity to stop at Haus Ternell
Information and additional links
East Belgium Tourist Agency npo
Hauptstraße 54
4780 St. Vith
+32 80 22 76 64
[email protected]
www.ostbelgien.eu
BE 0715 454 578 - RJP/RPM Eupen
Contact details
Departure
Down at Haus Ternell.
Arrival
The hike ends at the Nature Center Haus Ternell.
Itinerary
Junction signage:
Please follow these junctions: 62 > 71 > 5 > 49 > 25 > 36 > 96 > 62
Plan your own route: www.ostbelgien.eu/de/wandern/wanderroutenplaner
By public transport
By train: www.belgianrail.be
By bus: www.infotec.be
Please use the travel planner.
To park
Parking at the Nature Center Haus Ternell. GPS start coordinates N503516 - E60777
Difficulty level
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Difficulty Medium
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Distance
8 km
- Duration
2.18 h.
- Positive altitude difference
182 m
- Positive altitude difference
182 m
Circular walks
Catering points
Interest - The flora
Interest - The animal world
Dog Friendly
Difficulty level
- CountryBelgium
- RegionRégion Wallonne
- ProvinceVerviers
- DepartmentEupen
