Around the source of the Ourthe Orientale

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We did this nice, easy walk on 09/07/2025 (14,063 steps).

The route (Sentier de la Prusse) starts at the spacious parking lot by the church of Ourthe. It is marked on one side with a yellow cross.

We already knew there was a river called Ourthe. What we didn't know is that there is also a small village called Ourthe. The village is situated at an altitude of almost 500 meters at the source of the Eastern Ourthe.

The village takes its name from the Ardennes river that springs within its territory. The springs appear around the village, not at one particular and noticeable point, but spread out in many places. In a radius of three kilometers, the small river collects water from seven small tributaries.

During this route, you will encounter a lot of paved roads. There are also many beautiful views, and who knows, you might see a black stork or a fox.

Happy hiking,
Eddy, Rita, and Prinske