Hike the High Fens
Malmedy, Belgium
Details
Distance
8.7 miles
Elevation Gain
1197.5 ft
Route Type
Loop
Description
Added by A Van Ombergen
Hike in one of the best areas Belgium has to offer!
Belgium is not a hiking paradise, but the High Fens are definitely worth a trip if you're in the neighbourhood.
To get there, drive towards the school in Xhoffraix (coordinates: 50.456189 N 6.067425 E). There are some parking spots here (free). The hike starts from the parking (leave the school to your left side) and the hike is marked with a green diamond shape. The whole trail is signposted, so easy to follow!
It's a long loop hike (approximately 4h-4h30) where you cross valleys and "mountain" (Belgian standards) ridges and walk mostly in forested area. In addition, you have views on the Reinhardstein castle from some open spots. The hike is easy to intermediate and both dog- and family-friendly, but don't underestimate some of the climbs and descents. If you're lucky, you might even spot some wildlife (we saw some deer).
Relax and cool down afterwards with a nice Belgian beer of choice.
PS: in the vicinity there are plenty of other hikes (all signposted with different marks) and the Baraque Michel, one of the highest tops in Belgium (only 674m though).
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Hike the High Fens Reviews
It was an average hike with nice views, some steep inclines and and a beautiful castle to see along the way.
3.0
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