In the forest to the Villers-la-Ville abbey ruins

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In the forest to the Villers-la-Ville abbey ruins

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In the forest to the Villers-la-Ville abbey ruins

02:41

9.67km

180m

Hiking

Beautiful forests protect the abbey ruins of Villers-la-Ville like a casket. There is a calm here that will inspire you on your hike. Move away from the ruins a little and walk through the old abbey area - a beautiful forest opens up in front of you. The large beech…

by VISITWallonia

Last updated: March 19, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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233 m

Villers-la-Ville Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Founded in the 12th century by Cistercian monks, this former abbey is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. No less than 900 years of history are told through the 50,000 m² of walls, stones, medieval gardens, vaults and vineyards.

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382 m

Villers Abbey Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

Just look behind this water mill, due to the attraction of the large ruins...

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563 m

Porte de Namur

Highlight • Monument

The Porte de Namur is a monumental gate in the classical style. It is a remnant of the abbey walls from 1725, which were built under Abbot Jacques Hache. The …

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2.53 km

Through a beautiful forest

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

You leave the ruins of Villers-la-Ville behind you and suddenly find yourself in the middle of a beautiful forest. Let yourself be guided by the tranquility and marvel at the species-rich flora that grows here.

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9.67 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.01 km

1.76 km

1.24 km

606 m

572 m

476 m

Surfaces

4.68 km

2.88 km

676 m

650 m

606 m

165 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

21°C

13°C

57 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

April 6, 2022

Beautiful forests protect the abbey ruins of Villers-la-Ville like a casket. There is a calm here that will inspire you on your hike. Move away from the ruins a little and walk through the old abbey area - a beautiful forest opens up in front of you. The large beech trees create a beautiful play of light

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