Grootloon - green - 4,9 km
A short hiking loop where you spend half the time hiking through the medieval town of Borgloon and the other half through the orchards and meadows surrounding the town. You also pass by the viewing chapel.
Extensive description CloseBorgloon, once the headquarters of the counts of Loon, is surrounded by orchards, including quite a few tall-stemmed orchards. You will also find rolling fields and wooded ridges here. One moment you are hiking through medieval alleys and over the former city wall, and the next a vast landscape unfolds before you. If you want to know more about the rich history of Borgloon, be sure to visit the experience center GRAAF.
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Grootloon, starting point Borgloon center
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Grootloon starting point Stroopfabriek
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Grootloon - Starting point Graethempoort
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- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after wet periods
- Slippery hazard: the trails, steep slopes, and stairways can be muddy and slippery.
- Picnic bench(es) available along the way
- Camper parking at the starting point