From the valley, you’ll climb the southern slope of the Houwaartse Berg. First, you’ll pass by the beautiful St. Joseph Chapel, and then you’ll make your way uphill through the graceful rows of grapevines. Take a short break at the wine bench and enjoy a magnificent view of the Motte Valley and the village of Houwaart. Sunken paths lead you deeper into the countryside, until you briefly enter the woods and, a little further on, catch a glimpse of the imposing keep of the famous Horst Castle peeking out from among the trees.
Features
Distance
9,2 km
Climbing
77,3 m
Type of road
29% paved, 71% unpaved
Landscape and surroundings
Vineyards
Signposted
Yes, with nodes
Location and accessibility
Starting point
Sint-Denijskerk
Haldertstraat 1B
3390 Houwaart (Tielt-Winge)
Haldertstraat 1B
3390 Houwaart (Tielt-Winge)
Public transport
Bus stop 'Houwaart Kerk' 23 metres from the starting point. Bus lines: 648.
Resting points
Rest bench or picnic area along the way
View the walk on the map
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When is the best time to visit it?
Directions
Walking and cycling
See and do
Food and drink
Practical
Where the route is a dotted line, the surface is unpaved.
