Godinne to Dinant on the high cliffs along the right bank of the Meuse.

Date: Sunday 22 March
Distance: ≈ 19–20 km (classic GR 126 section is around 19.9 km; easy to tweak to exactly 20 km with small extensions)
Elevation gain: ≈ 550–600 m (moderate climbs, no technical sections)
Estimated time: 5–6.5 hours walking + breaks (good pace: 4–5 km/h)
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging (some steep ups, but rewarding with great scenery)
Type: Point-to-point, Godinne to Dinant (train-accessible at both ends)

Hike Details

• Meeting Point: Bruxelles Central Station at 8:45 on Sunday March 22.
• Train: 9:07, Platform 5, IC 2509 en direction de Namur & Dinant.
  it arrives at 10:36 in Godinne
• Car: Be at the station of Godinne around 10:30. There is a free parking near the station.
• Hike Starting Point: Godinne Train Station
• Hike Start Time: 10:45
• Distance: 19 - 20 km
• Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours, including breaks
• Arrival: Dinant
• Return: Trains from Dinant to Brussels 17:26, 17:47, 18:26, 19:26, 19:47, 20:26, 21:26. Return trains from Dinant stop in Godinne (5' ride), if you came by car.

Why this hike?
This section of the GR 126 (part of the long-distance "Chemin des Francs") follows the beautiful Meuse Valley. You'll get plenty of panoramic views over the river's meanders, wooded hills, historic ruins, and the iconic approach to Dinant. The Meuse River plays a starring role, with open viewpoints, rest spots, and dramatic descents.

Key highlights & best Meuse viewpoints

• We will start near Godinne station → quick climb into the forests with first glimpses of the valley.
• Then pass near the ruins of Poilvache Castle (great elevated viewpoint over the Meuse and the valley – one of the best spots!).
• Sections through woods and fields with sweeping views of the river bends.
• Descent toward Évrehailles / Awagne, then along paths with more river panoramas.
• Finish in Dinant with the famous Citadel overlooking the Meuse, the Collegiate Church, the saxophone bridge, and the picturesque riverside town.

To maximize views

• We may add near the end, a detour toward a viewpoint, the famous "Les 7 Meuses" area (stunning 7-bend panorama of the river).
• Post-arrival in Dinant: optional out-and-back along the Meuse promenade for extra km, sunset views and beer galore!

What to Bring

• Food and water: Bring and at least 1.0 L of water and your lunch. We will have a pic-nic on the way.
• Various and possible: Come with good walking shoes. Have your GSM battery fully charged, better if you have an extra fully charged battery pack with you.
• Weather

The weather will be mostly sunny. Rain is not expexcted. Temperatures will be in the range 6° - 9°C. Dress accordingly.

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