Take a walk past the places where folklorist René Mertens (1903–1995) lived and that were close to his heart. You’ll walk past the grassy fields on Assestraat, where, with a bit of luck, you might see a border collie herding sheep, and stop at the Whisky House for a genuine whiskey tasting. Be sure to visit De Montil sculpture garden, which features a marvelous collection of sculptures. Contemporary, expressive works by artists such as George Grard, Roel D’Haese, Bernar Venet, and Thomas Houseago.
Features
Distance
9,4 km
Climbing
98,7 m
Type of road
Always dry feet, 51% paved, 49% unpaved
Signposted
Yes, with nodes
Location and accessibility
Starting point
Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-Bezoekingenkerk
Kerkplein 1
1790 Essene
Kerkplein 1
1790 Essene
Public transport
Bus stop 'Essene OLV- Kerk' 9 metres from the starting point. Bus lines: R16.
Resting points
Rest bench or picnic area along the way, food and drink along the route
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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.
