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Get on your bike and explore Walloon Brabant and its tourist sites on two wheels!

Whether with family, friends or as a couple, enjoy some relaxing times in the great outdoors in a remarkable setting.

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The Cycling Route of Exceptional Gardens in Walloon Brabant

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Let yourself be guided through the most beautiful parks, gardens, and estates of Walloon Brabant, where nature, heritage, and culture blend together with elegance.

From the vast wooded areas of the Bois des Rêves to the elegant historical gardens of the Abbey of Villers-la-Ville, passing through the peaceful Nelson Mandela Park and the expansive grounds of the Solvay Regional Estate featuring artworks by Folon — each stage holds surprises and unforgettable moments.

True havens of serenity, parks and gardens offer a soothing escape and peaceful retreats where you can recharge, far from the urban hustle. Wandering through these green spaces allows you to reconnect with nature, observe fascinating biodiversity, and enjoy a moment of pure relaxation. In every season, they reveal enchanting landscapes, testifying to the harmonious relationship between humans and the environment.

These green gems are also living witnesses of natural and cultural heritage: historic gardens, carefully landscaped scenery, or botanical parks all tell the story of a region and the people who shaped it. Between relaxation, wonder, and discovery, they offer a full immersion where nature and heritage meet in perfect harmony.

Ready to explore this beautiful natural setting? Hop on your bike and set off for 2 to 5 days of adventure through the treasures of Walloon Brabant!

Distance

Total loop: 207 km – Western loop: 130 km – Eastern loop: 93.5 km

Duration: 2 to 5 days

Elevation gain: 1149 m

Difficulty: 7/10

Travel tips

4 to 5 days in Walloon Brabant to discover the exceptional gardens (207 km):

Starting from one of the train stations along the route (see departure points), we recommend planning a maximum of 50 km per day to enjoy the many points of interest along the way.

Weekend getaway in Walloon Brabant to discover the exceptional gardens:

If you're planning a short trip, you can split the experience over two weekends, with two loops of 2 to 3 days each:

  • Eastern loop of 93.5 km (2 days) – starting point: Wavre station
  • Western loop of 130 km (3 days) – starting point: Nivelles station

Departure points:

  • Nivelles Station
  • La Hulpe Station
  • Genval Station
  • Profondsart Station
  • Wavre Station
  • Ottignies Station

Signalétique (EN)

N2 bis (Connection points) - Green

Road bike
Difficulty
Medium
Dist.
207 km
À proximité
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Lat : 50.73694Lng : 4.49507
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Sakura Lodging

Lodgings
Archennes, 1390
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Martin's Red

Lodgings
Tubize, 1480
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Martin's Louvain-la-Neuve

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Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348
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Martin's All Suites

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Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348
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Le Pigeon Voyageur

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Nethen, 1390
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Le Chéniat

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Baisy-Thy, 1470
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La Bachée

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Couture-Saint-Germain, 1380
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Ibis Styles Hotel & Meeting Center Louvain la Neuve

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Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348
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Hotel Koru

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Autre-Eglise, 1367
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Hotel Dolce La Hulpe Brussels

Lodgings
La Hulpe, 1310
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Gîte du Châtelet

Lodgings
Villers-la-Ville, 1495
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Ferme de l'Hosté

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Wavre, 1300
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Corbais, 1435
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Chambres Léonard

Lodgings
Villers-la-Ville, 1495
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7 aux Marchés

Lodgings
Jodoigne, 1370
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Paradis Park of Braine-l'Alleud

Places of interest
Braine-l'Alleud, 1420
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Park of Nelson Mandela - Ermitagepark

Places of interest
Wavre, 1300

Parc et Château de Wisterzée

Places of interest
Court-Saint-Etienne, 1490
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Park of Héron Castle

Places of interest
Rixensart, 1330
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Park of the castle of Braine-le-Château

Places of interest
Braine-le-Château, 1440
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Park of Cheneau castle

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Braine-l'Alleud, 1420
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Dodaine Park

Places of interest
Nivelles, 1400
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Mélin, un des Plus Beaux Villages de Wallonie

Places of interest
Mélin, 1370
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Park of "la Source"

Places of interest
Louvain-la-Neuve, 1348
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Bois des rêves : chasse au trésor

Leisures
Ottignies, 1340
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The "Bois des Rêves"

Places of interest
Ottignies, 1340
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La Réserve Naturelle de Nysdam à la Hulpe

Places of interest
La Hulpe, 1310
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Lake of Genval

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Genval, 1332
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Aywieres Abbey in Lasne

Places of interest
Lasne-Chapelle-Saint-Lambert, 1380
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Fondation Folon

Places of interest
La Hulpe, 1310
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Etangs du Domaine provincial d'Hélécine

Leisures
Neerheylissem, 1357
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Etang du Bois des Rêves

Leisures
Ottignies, 1340
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Solvay Regional Estate - Castle of La Hulpe

Places of interest
La Hulpe, 1310
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Domaine régional Solvay - Chasse aux trésors

Leisures
La Hulpe, 1310
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Pastur Castle

Places of interest
Jodoigne, 1370
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Castle of Hélécine

Places of interest
Hélécine, 1357
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Castle of the Counts of Hornes

Places of interest
Braine-le-Château, 1440
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Castle of Rixensart

Places of interest
Rixensart, 1330
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Wood of Lauzelle

Places of interest
Ottignies, 1340
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Ramée Abbey

Places of interest
Jodoigne, 1370
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