Train Walk Houyet - Gendron - Houyet
walk in Houyet
Adventurous walk with climbing and scrambling through the forest. Follow the GR126 along impressive rock formations and steep descents to the Lesse.
This train walk is for adventurers! From Houyet station you follow the GR126 through varied terrain with climbing passages, steep descents and spectacular rock formations.
How does it work?
You take the train at Gendron station towards Bertrix and get off in Houyet. From Houyet station you walk back to Gendron via the GR126 - the long-distance hiking trail that runs through the Ardennes.
Character of the walk
This walk is not suitable for buggies and requires sturdy footwear. The route includes:
- Steep stairs with handrails through the forest
- Climbing passages over rock formations
- Steep descents where you sometimes need to use your hands
- Narrow forest paths with roots and stones
Highlights along the way
- Rock formations - Impressive limestone rocks you can climb on
- Panoramic views - Beautiful vistas over the Lesse valley
- Varied forest - From dense beech forests to open meadows
- The Lesse - The last part runs along the beautiful river
Practical
Wear sturdy shoes with good grip. In wet weather some sections can be slippery. Bring enough water - there are no facilities along the way.
Finish in Gendron
The walk ends at Gendron station. From here you can walk back to ArdenNest or take the train back to Dinant for a drink on a terrace.
— Recommended by Bieke & Christophe, your hosts at ArdenNest
Route
- 1Take the train from Gendron to Houyet
- 2Leave Houyet station and follow the GR126 signs
- 3Climb down steep stairs into the forest
- 4Scramble over rock formations
- 5Enjoy the panoramic views
- 6Descend towards the Lesse
- 7Follow the river towards Gendron
- 8Arrival at Gendron station
💡Kinderen die van avontuur houden zullen dit geweldig vinden! Het klimmen en klauteren maakt het extra spannend.
Routekaart
🗺️Detailed walking maps with instructions are available in the house, in Dutch, French, English and German.
Practical info
from the house
25 min
Duration
2.5 uur
Distance
8.5 km
Highlights
Also discover nearby
Spectacular walk with ladders and chains along the rock faces of the Semois. A real adventure hike!
Our favorite family walk! Take the train from Dinant-Anseremme to Gendron and walk back along the beautiful Lesse river. Suitable for buggies and perfect for a day out.
Quiet village walk from the holiday home with panoramic views over the Ardennes. No car needed.