Hautes-Fagnes: Belgium's Highland Wilderness
Explore the Hautes-Fagnes: Belgium's oldest nature reserve with unique moorlands, diverse wildlife, and stunning highland scenery.
The Hautes-Fagnes, or High Fens, is a unique nature preserve and highland plateau in eastern Belgium, characterized by vast moorlands, lush woodlands, and diverse flora and fauna. As the oldest nature reserve in Wallonia, it offers a landscape unlike any other in the country.
A brief summary to Hautes-Fagnes
- Baelen, BE
Local tips
- Wear appropriate footwear, as the terrain can be wet and uneven, especially on the moorlands.
- Check the weather forecast before visiting, as conditions in the Hautes-Fagnes can change rapidly.
- Stay on marked paths and boardwalks to protect the fragile environment.
- Be aware of hunting season and potential closures; check local information before your visit.
- Visit the Centre Nature de Botrange for information on trails, history, and the local ecosystem.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Liège, take a train to Verviers-Central. From Verviers, several bus lines connect to different points within the Hautes-Fagnes. For example, bus line 395 goes to Malmedy, which provides access to the southern part of the High Fens. Bus E23 goes from Eupen to Butgenbach, another access point. Check the TEC website for current schedules and fares. A single bus fare is approximately €3.
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Driving
From Eupen or Malmedy, follow the E42 and then local roads towards Hautes-Fagnes. The N68 and N676 are major routes through the area. Numerous parking areas are available along the main roads. Be aware that parking can be limited during peak season, and a traffic light system indicates the accessibility of the High Fens. Parking is generally free. Check road conditions, especially in winter.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Cross of the engaged
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Fagne du Setay
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Le Domaine Des Hautes Fagnes
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Unmissable attractions to see
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Chapelle Fischbach
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High Fens
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Landscape Fagnes and Surroundings
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La Maison du Parc-Botrange
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Ardenne Activity
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Fagne de Brackvenn
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Naturzentrum Haus Ternell
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Promenade vers la cascade du Bayehon
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Cascade de Nutons
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ASBL 811 Cabine
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Essential places to dine
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La Baraque Michel
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Auberge du Lac
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Gaststätte Zum Zien
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Taverne A’Lutze
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Cafe Restaurant Schwingsborn
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Café Thelen
10.4 km
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Twilight Café
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Eifel Whisky
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Café Thomas
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Chez Bertrand
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Seventy Bistro & Resto
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