Benches in the middle of the forest – Bon-Secours State Forest loop from Bernissart

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Benches in the middle of the forest – Bon-Secours State Forest loop from Bernissart

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Benches in the middle of the forest – Bon-Secours State Forest loop from Bernissart

03:23

13.1km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 27, 2026

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Parc naturel des Plaines de l’Escaut

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3.86 km

Benches in the middle of the forest

Highlight • Rest Area

Here, we find two wooden benches, perfect for resting in the middle of the forest. Plan a picnic or at least a short stop during your hike.

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8.23 km

On the “Promenoir des cimes” (walk in the treetops) you walk at a height of 16 meters into the treetops to discover nature from a different angle. Listening cones along the entire path amplify the sound of the birds.

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8.47 km

Bon-Secours State Forest

Highlight • Forest

The Bon-Secours national forest, stretching across the Franco-Belgian border, is a vast natural space of 2,000 hectares. It is rich in biodiversity, home to a variety of plant and animal …

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11.3 km

Newcomen Steam Engine House (Canivez House)

Highlight • Historical Site

In 1782, the Compagnie des Mines d'Anzin had an imposing building built on the edge of the Bon-Secours forest to house a Newcomen machine. The aim is to combat the …

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12.1 km

GR split

Highlight • Trail

Here the GR 412 splits off from the GR 121 and the GR 123

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12.9 km

Iguanodon Museum of Bernissart

Highlight • Monument

When in Bernissart, a visit to the Iguanodon Museum is a must! This cool museum clearly explains how the dinosaurs were discovered and how they found their way to the …

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