The Fens of the Abyss

Fagnes des Abysses (12 km)

A nice walk to the border with the France. Start with the Millennium Tower, from where you have an incredibly beautiful view of the forest. Especially in autumn, it is worth it.

The Croix-Scaille near Gedinne, on the Franco-Belgian border in the Ardennes, is the highest point in the Belgian province of Namur. On the plateau is the Millennium Tower, a 60-meter-high watchtower that was erected there in 2001. The tower, which was built largely of wood, was demolished in 2008 due to wood rot and has since been replaced with an almost identical metal version. It was opened to the public in 2012.

From here you travel 12 km between autumn trees and leaves and on a wooden terrace. Also enjoy the steppe landscape of the Fagne de l'Abîme, also known as the "Fagnes des Abyss". In this secluded place, you will discover not only a rich history, but also a rich nature full of birch trees and peat bogs.

Point of departure and arrival? Millennium Tower, rue de la Scierie in Gedinne.

Distance? 12 km.

Road? Follow the red and yellow rectangles.

Parking lot? Parking is possible at the starting point.

Info? Hiking map via: https://www.visitardenne.com/sites/default/files/upload/TOP%2010/10%20balades%20en%20terre%20sauvage/FICHE%208.%20Croix%20Scaille.pdf