Forests of Brabant National Park

Ancient beech woods, meandering rivers and farmland in Flemish Brabant

The park links historic forests such as Hallerbos, Zoniënwoud and Meerdaalwoud through a mosaic of woods, fields, meadows and villages. It holds 85% of Flanders' ancient forest, the remnants of the once immense Kolenwoud.

1ZoniënwoudParts of this forest are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage.
2HallerbosOne of the historic forests at the heart of the park.
3MeerdaalwoudA historic forest, looked after by partners including the Vrienden van Heverleebos en Meerdaalwoud.

Things to do

  • On footWalk among the historic trees of the Hallerbos
  • HeritageExplore the Zoniënwoud, parts of which are UNESCO World Heritage
  • HeritageFollow the meandering Dijle, IJse or Laan through the villages between the woods
  • Try thisSeek out the Meerdaalwoud and the Lembeekbos
Zoniënwoud
Zoniënwoud
Hallerbos
Hallerbos
Meerdaalwoud
Meerdaalwoud

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Belgium · Flemish Brabant Est. 2023 Size 100 km²

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