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Het pad van Ad

26.2 km • Leuven

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Arboretum Heverlee, Naamsesteenweg 500, 3001 Heverlee (Leuven)

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Ad's path is a fun combination of art and nature. Start at the Arboretum of Heverlee for a walk through a fairytale world with gentle bears, modern neanderthals, meters-high mushrooms and other playful figures. Discover the beautiful sculptures of local artist Ad Wouters, which he makes from the trunks of dead oak trees.

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This route has 4 review(s).
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Saturday, May 20, 2023 by C.P.A little art and a lot of nature along the way! Highly recommended!
Loop walk starting at the Arboretum of Heverlee
25km of hiking fun mostly on unpaved paths ...
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Saturday, February 20, 2021 by E.V.Disappointing. Lots of forest, little Ad and definitely too many long monotonous roads.
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Sunday, November 15, 2020 by K.S.Nice hike if you like a lot of forest. You are among the trees the entire hike which was a bit boring at times.
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Tuesday, June 2, 2020 by Jonathan VannesteNice long hike through the woods of Heverlee. The hike is almost entirely on unpaved roads and mostly in the forest, which can provide the necessary cooling on hot days. We hiked about 6-7h, including a short lunch break.

Except for the long distance, the hike is definitely doable given the favorable elevation profile. The cooling of the trees also makes it very pleasant.

All junctions are well marked and easy to find.

Summary: Highly recommended for those looking for a long walk through the woods!
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