24 km afternoon & full moon hike from Wavre to Boitsfort


Details
This hike is NOT a loop.
We will walk at 5km/h on well maintained paths (through woods and countryside) and on paved grounds ; there might be some high grass as well : mind the ticks.
Joining by train : Recommended option
You just need a one-way ticket
Train IC2114 leaves Bxl-South at 14:32, Bxl-Central 14:37, Bxl-North 14:43, Bxl -Schuman 14:52, Bxl-Lux 14:56. In Ottignies you take the train S20-3065 leaving at 15:24 and arriving in Wavre at 15:33. We start walking at 15:35 !
Get into the first wagon in order to meet the other participants.
Joining by Car :
Meeting point is parking located East of train station in Wavre, on Sunday 7/09/2025 at 15:15.
As we arrive late, you can not come back to Wavre by train. You may pick up your car the day after, or ask a friend to drive you back to Wavre. Or you may as well ask the organiser to give you a lift back to Wavre but there are only 4 seats in his car.
Food
Bring at least 3.0 L of water and some snacks. We will have a pic-nic on the way.
Arrival
The hike will end in Boitsfort close to tram stop "Wiener" and train station Boitsfort.
Expected arrival time is 22:35 (just on time for a spritz aperol in a restaurant nearby place Wiener)
Equipment needed
Come with good walking shoes, hat or cap, sunglasses.
Eventhoug it is full moon and sky should be mostly clear, you must foresee a lamp as moonlight can be insufficient in the middle of the forest.
A long trouser might be better to protect against ticks as we might walk through high grass at some points.
A jacket is necessary as the temperature may drop after sunset.
Have your GSM battery fully charged, better if you have an extra fully charged battery pack with you.
Notice : by local rules, in Sonian Forest dogs should be kept on a leash.
Weather
Check the weather forecast upfront and dress accordingly.
Probably very hot (30°C) and sunny at the start, less than 20°C at arrival.
Sunset at 20:15
Moonrise at 20:12
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Track and GPX file
For information, the track that we will follow is available here : https://www.komoot.com/tour/844133043
Any questions?
Post a comment or send me a message. You can as well call Vincent or send messages on number +32 485 54 34 15.
WhatsApp "share live location"
When participating in our hikes, you should understand how to use the WhatsApp function "share live location". If you don't know what I am talking about, google for it and practice at home.
WhatsApp "share live location" is very handy in case you remain behind, arrive late or just get lost.
MeetUp privacy settings
Turn off the privacy settings in MeetUp, for not preventing the organizers from contacting you by direct message.
A reminder on the event etiquette (and on good manners in general)
Register only if you are reasonably motivated to participate. As a matter of courtesy towards the people on the waiting list, if you are unable to come, cancel as soon as possible.
If you don't cancel, but you don't show, you make the whole group wait for you unnecessarily, and may also prevent someone on the waiting list to join. This is considered very rude, and may be ground for blacklisting from the group.
Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability
You should be fit enough if you want to take part, and you are responsible for yourself and your safety. Know your limits and choose to participate or not accordingly (the foreseen hiking speed is 5Km/h). The organizers in this group are all volunteers, they are not experts or guides, and are just gathering like-minded people for the only purpose to walk/hike/enjoy together. By participating in this event, you agree to release the organizers/hosts from any responsibility/liability, and by signing up for this hike you fully agree with these terms.

24 km afternoon & full moon hike from Wavre to Boitsfort