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GR56 – Ligneuville / Amel

Long Distance Hiking · Amel
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  • Wandern im Ameltal
    / Wandern im Ameltal
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  • / Wandern im Ameltal
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  • / Wandern im Ameltal
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  • / Ameltal
    Photo: Bild: Dominik Ketz, East Belgium Tourist Agency
  • / Amel Kirche
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This hike takes you through the enchanting Amel valley and within view of the legendary Wolfsbusch via the 'Amel variant' of GR56.
moderate
Distance 15.7 km
4:30 h
193 m
91 m
457 m
355 m
Only shortly after leaving the main road in Ligneuville, you get a view of the Amel valley. From there on, there's plenty for the hiker to discover. Via an easy hiking trail you reach the village of Ondenval, relatively high up, before the trail takes you back into the Amel valley. There, the fish farms typical of this region can be seen. The trail narrows again and then goes straight to the Monastery of St. Raphael, in which monks resided until only recently. Via Montenau, Iveldingen and Deidenberg you then come to Amel, the destination of this hike, passing through some rambling field landscapes.

Author’s recommendation

Montenau ham smoking facility – in the Montenau ham smoking facility you can watch to see how genuine Ardennes ham is made. You can taste the ham in the smokehouse boutique – and of course buy some and take it with you.

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Tourismusagentur Ostbelgien
Update: September 23, 2021
Difficulty
moderate
Technique
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
457 m
Lowest point
355 m
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Rest Stop

Hotel-Restaurant du Moulin
Bar-Restaurant Amel Mitte

Safety information

No special safety instructions. Dogs must be kept on a leash.

Tips and hints

East Belgium Tourist Agency 

Hauptstraße 54

4780 St.Vith

Tel. +32 80 22 76 64

www.ostbelgien.eu  

info@ostbelgien.eu  

Start

Ligneuville church. GPS launch coordinates 50.375511,6.054285 (355 m)
Coordinates:
DD
50.375524, 6.054220
DMS
50°22'31.9"N 6°03'15.2"E
UTM
32U 290550 5584533
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Destination

Amel village centre. GPS coordinates 50.349519,6.170974

Turn-by-turn directions

LIGNEUVILLE - We follow the white-red hiking signs of the GR 56 - variant Amblève. We start at the church and walk along the "Grande Rue" (N62) towards Malmedy. We walk along the cemetery wall (with the reference to the grave of Monsier Hawarden) to its end, here we turn right into the "Rue Sous Wératché". We walk slightly down into the Amel valley (Vallée de l'Amblève).

Note


all notes on protected areas

Public transport

By train: www.belgianrail.be 

By bus: www.infotec.be 

Getting there

Please use the route planner.

Parking

In the centre of Ligneuville

Coordinates

DD
50.375524, 6.054220
DMS
50°22'31.9"N 6°03'15.2"E
UTM
32U 290550 5584533
w3w 
///swan.responsibly.shrivels
Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Book recommendation by the author

" On GR-Ways through East Belgium " - Free brochures > www.ostbelgien.eu

Author’s map recommendations

St.Vither Land & oberes Ameltal – Hiking map / IGN - 1:25.000 / www.ostbelgien.eu - Webshop

Equipment

Hiking boots recommended.

Basic Equipment for Long-Distance Hikes

  • Sturdy, comfortable and waterproof hiking boots or approach shoes
  • Layered, moisture wicking clothing
  • Hiking socks  
  • Rucksack (with rain cover)
  • Protection against sun, rain and wind (hat, sunscreen, water- and windproof jacket and suitable legwear)
  • Sunglasses
  • Hiking poles
  • Ample supply of drinking water and snacks
  • First aid kit
  • Kit para bolhas
  • Bivy / survival bag  
  • Survival blanket
  • Headlamp
  • Pocket knife
  • Whistle
  • Cell phone
  • Cash
  • Navigation equipment / map and compass
  • Emergency contact details
  • ID

Camping Equipment

  • Tent (3- or 4-season)
  • Stove (including fuel and utensils)
  • Sleeping mat. Sleeping bag with suitable temperature rating.
  • Food
  • Toiletries and medication
  • Toilet paper

Things to Bring if Staying in a Mountain Hut

  • Toiletries and medication
  • Quick-drying towel  
  • Ear plugs
  • Sleeping bag liner
  • Sleepwear
  • Alpine club membership card if applicable / ID
  • Coronavirus mask and hand sanitizer
  • The 'basic' and 'technical' equipment lists are generated based on the selected activity. They are not exhaustive and only serve as suggestions for what you should consider packing.
  • For your safety, you should carefully read all instructions on how to properly use and maintain your equipment.
  • Please ensure that the equipment you bring complies with local laws and does not include restricted items.

Similar routes nearby

  • GR56 – Malmedy / Bütgenbach
  • GR56 – Malmedy / Ligneuville
  • GR56 – Malmedy / Robertville
  • GR56 – Amel / Losheimergraben
  • GR 56 - Etappe Schloss Reinhardstein - Botrange
  • GR 56 - Etappe Robertville / Bütgenbach
  • GR56 – Robertville / Bütgenbach
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Difficulty
moderate
Distance
15.7 km
Duration
4:30 h
Ascent
193 m
Descent
91 m
Highest point
457 m
Lowest point
355 m
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