10 exceptional hiking trails for young and old
There are plenty of interesting things to discover along these 10 loop hikes. They are suitable for both little children and adults. Some hikes follow watercourses, others lead walkers to a castle or ruins.
On the program: discovery of amazing burrows and rocks, immersion in the forest, crossings of meadows, bridges, and streams. On the way through stiles, paths strewn with roots, and narrow trails for a better understanding of the regional fauna and flora.
(Partially) Stroller accessible
Kids on Tour
Advice to parents
Get out and get a breath of fresh air in nature! What could be better than spending a day in the countryside with the whole family? So that your excursion to the woods and meadows is not disrupted by questions like "When will we finally arrive?", we have gathered some tips to help you maintain a good mood and avoid boredom.
Prepare your walk together
Involve your child in the planning. What entertains him? What does he like to do? Tell him about the place you are going and what awaits him: forests, meadows, streams, rocks, etc. Show him the route on a map in advance. This way, he can get an idea of the walk beforehand.
Play & sing
Kids love to play and sing. In case of tiredness or boredom, encourage them to play or sing a song with them. You'll find some game suggestions in this brochure. Object hunting is always a popular activity: collecting leaves is not only fun but also leads to beautiful creations when they are dried.
Every walk is an adventure
Awaken your child's curiosity and bring accessories such as a magnifying glass, binoculars, a pocket knife that allow him to explore nature up close. Let him take photos. You can look at them together at home later.
Good shoes are essential!
Blisters on the feet are painful and can really spoil a hike. Protect little feet from injuries by wearing sturdy hiking shoes that provide good support and stability with non-slip soles.
Make sure you have the right clothes
Rain, cold, wind... shouldn't keep you from going out. On the contrary, different weather conditions besides radiant sunshine sometimes offer unforgettable memories. "Do you remember that time when we were surprised by a torrential rain and had to take shelter in that cave...?" There are clothes suitable for all weather conditions. Don't forget sun protection such as a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen in sunny weather.
A backpack for your child
A backpack will allow him to store the treasures he collects during the hike. Depending on his age, you can also add a coloring book, crayons, toys to keep him occupied on the way, a snack, or his favorite stuffed animal.
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„Kids on tour“ brochure
The brochure contains family-friendly tours that start at different locations. Each hike is provided with all the basic information such as tour length, altitude difference or suitability for prams.
→ Brochure only available in German, French and Dutch
Kids on Tour - Walking with kids - in East Belgium
Hiking and activities with children
Not all children are enthusiastic about a hike at first go. However, when the hiking trip becomes a discovery, things look very different.
"Edutainment" stands for the combination of entertainment and education and aims to increase the motivation to learn. The hiking suggestions of the Tourist Agency East Belgium combine fun and variety, whilst ecourageing children's desire for hiking and their own initiative.
Animation to join in
Because the route of the tour is recorded on a treasure map, the children are motivated to participate. On all maps, there are photos with an arrow direction so that the children can recognise the route on their own and are thus automatically integrated into the route planning. This is fun and promotes the sense of orientation. In addition, funny game suggestions and tricky quiz questions ensure that there is no chance of boredom on the way - fun on the trail is guaranteed.
The new brochure contains 10 family-friendly tours that start at different locations. Each hike is provided with all the basic information such as tour length, altitude difference or suitability for prams.
