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🌿 Walk the Woluwe Valley: Nature, History & Connections in Brussels
### Confirm participation on [www.sundayvacations.com](www.sundayvacations.com) => events
### Escape the city without leaving Brussels.
Join us for a relaxed community hike through one of Brussels' most beautiful and surprising green corridors: the Woluwe Valley.
From peaceful parks and hidden nature reserves to historic estates and forest trails, this walk reveals a side of Brussels that many residents have never explored.
Whether you're new to Brussels, looking to meet like-minded people, or simply want to spend a Saturday afternoon outdoors, this is a perfect opportunity to disconnect from routine and reconnect with nature and community.
## 🌍 Community Event
### Why Join?
The Woluwe Valley is one of Brussels' most important ecological landscapes and forms part of the European Natura 2000 network dedicated to biodiversity conservation.
During our walk, we'll discover a remarkable diversity of landscapes, including:
🌳 The beautiful Woluwe Park
🌿 The semi-natural sites of Hof ter Musschen and Domaine des Silex
🏞️ The scenic parks of Malou, Seny, Ten Reuken and Tournay-Solvay
🚶 Former railway paths transformed into green walking routes
🌲 Sections of the majestic Sonian Forest
🏰 Historic landmarks linked to King Leopold II's vision for Brussels and the prestigious Avenue de Tervuren
Along the way, we'll pass through landscapes that tell the story of Brussels' relationship with nature, urban development, and cultural heritage.
## 🤝 More Than a Walk
At Sunday Vacations, we believe people join experiences for connection as much as the activity itself. This walk is designed to create a welcoming atmosphere where international professionals, expats, locals, solo joiners, and nature lovers can meet naturally while exploring together.
Whether you're attending your first event or already part of the community, you'll find a friendly and inclusive group.
## 📅 Program
**14:50** – Meet at Le Slot (near Roodebeek Metro)
Optional: arrive a little earlier if you'd like to have lunch or a drink with other participants before departure.
**15:00** – Start of the hike
**15:00 – 18:00** – Guided community walk through the Woluwe Valley
**18:00** – End of the hike at Gare de Boitsfort
Participants are welcome to continue socializing afterwards.
## 📍 Meeting Point
Le Slot Restaurant
Near Roodebeek Metro Station
Brussels
## 🥾 Route Information
Distance: Approximately 9.8 km
Difficulty: Easy
Pace: Relaxed and social
Suitable for beginners: Yes
Dogs: Welcome if friendly and kept under control
## 💰 Participation
### Sunday Vacations Members
✅ Free participation
### Non-Members
You are welcome to join and discover the community.
Membership starts from just:
🌟 Explorer Membership – €5/year
🚀 Voyager Membership – €50/year
🏆 Ambassador Membership – €150/year
Membership helps support the community and unlocks access to additional benefits, experiences, and member pricing throughout the year.
## 📱 WhatsApp Group
A dedicated WhatsApp group will be created before the event to facilitate communication and last-minute updates.
The access link will be shared with registered participants.
## 🎒 What to Bring
✔ Comfortable walking shoes
✔ Weather-appropriate clothing
✔ Water
✔ Good energy and curiosity
## ⚠ Important Notes
• Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation.
• This event takes place entirely outdoors.
• There is no weather backup plan.
• By joining, participants acknowledge the normal risks associated with outdoor walking activities.
• Please arrive on time so we can depart together.
## About Sunday Vacations
Sunday Vacations is a community operated by UJAMAA ASBL, bringing together people through adventure, culture, nature, and meaningful social experiences.
Our events are designed to help you discover new places, meet new people, and create memorable moments together.
## Legal Disclaime
Sunday Vacations acts as a community organizer and connector and is not a travel agency
Activities are organised by volunteers and covered under the legal Belgian volunteer insurance framework
VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code
### 🌿 Ready to discover one of Brussels' most beautiful hidden green corridors
Join us for an afternoon of nature, conversation, discovery, and community
Come solo. Leave with new connections
Photoresk at Zinneke Parade: Brussels street photography walk + social
Join Photoresk for a relaxed afternoon of street photography at the Zinneke Parade in Brussels. We meet in front of Café Metteko before the parade, photograph together for about two hours, then come back for a drink and chat.
The Zinneke Parade returns to the centre of Brussels on Saturday 30 May 2026, and it is exactly the kind of colourful, surprising city moment that is fun to photograph together.
We will meet at 14:30 in front of Café Metteko, Boulevard Anspach 88, 1000 Brussels.
The parade starts at 15:00. The different Zinnodes move through the centre in a loop, so from one good spot on the route we should be able to see the full parade between 15:00 and 17:00.
https://www.zinneke.org/parade-2026/infos-pratiques/
Afterwards, from around 17:15, we will meet again at or near Café Metteko for a drink, a chat, and maybe a first look at our favourite shots.
All levels are welcome. Bring any camera you like: DSLR, mirrorless, compact camera, analogue camera, or phone.
The idea is simple: enjoy Brussels, photograph together, and meet other people who like photography.
Practical details:
Date: Saturday 30 May 2026
Meeting time: 14:30
Meeting point: in front of Café Metteko, Boulevard Anspach 88, 1000 Brussels
Parade photography: 15:00-17:00
Social get-together: from about 17:15 at or near Café Metteko
Nearby public transport: Bourse, De Brouckère, Gare Centrale
A small note on comfort and safety:
The Zinneke Parade is colourful, busy and often loud. Some places, especially around Bourse and Grand-Place, can get very crowded. Please travel light, keep an eye on your belongings, and respect the parade teams, stewards and other visitors. For close portraits, please ask first.
Photoresk is a friendly international photography group. New faces are very welcome.
Ideal Cities
What would make a city "ideal"? The answer(s) might first appear on the surface (excuse the pun) to be a no-brainer: thriving, prosperous, clean, safe, energizing yet relaxing, beautiful, affordable, etc ...
However, as we further unpack and explore all these factors, we might soon begin to see that the answer(s) may not be that simple after all - not only considering the reality of limited resources (not enough money or energy - or surface area - to realize all visions, therefore choices have to be made), but also confronting the reality that each decision made will have implications on the whole system, as every element in a city both influences and requires all others.
Inspired by Plato's *Republic,* one approach to answer the question "What is an ideal city?" could be to compare this question with the question, "What is an ideal human being?" If there might be *many* types of ideal cities or human beings, what properties (again, excuse the pun!) would they all have in common?
Each city should best of course be studied in the context of its particular history, geography, climate, ecosystem, economics, culture etc. How have cities optimized (achieving differing degrees of success) their natural advantages while compensating for their vulnerabilities?
What type(s) of people would be the ideal cities' inhabitants and visitors?
How homogeneous or heterogeneous should a city be to both flourish and function optimally? (cf. meetup topic of 7/11/2020). In which ways should its citizens behave uniformly and in which ways diversely?
Should architecture and urban design be used to promote social/political/ethical behaviour?
How would *social* navigation ("networking" and maintaining ties) in our city operate? What sorts of infrastructure and urban culture would facilitate thriving interactions?
How can city and nature be best reconciled?
How should our cities deal with climate change and function sustainably?
Where do we go from now? What lies in the future for our cities in the world today?
At the micro level...
What would your ideal city look like?
(For example - just 1 out of hundreds of possible questions - how high should its highrises be?)
What would be the ideal size of geographical area that we would consider to be our "home territory" i.e. the amount of earth surface area that we move upon during an average day/week/month of our living?
How would we move around?
What would your own personal lifestyle be like in your ideal city?
Would a "low-stress" lifestyle be ideal, and if so, what characteristics of our ideal city would facilitate this?
What would you argue are the most positive and negative aspects of cities you can think of in the world today?
Jane Jacobs' ideas, values and theories continue to remain a standard reference even today, 65 years later
[https://youtu.be/Y4k6SXaUXho?is=zdkUoi9hbzE7Lpg-](https://youtu.be/Y4k6SXaUXho?is=zdkUoi9hbzE7Lpg-)
Carlos Moreno's concept of "15-min city", introduced 10 years ago, has become increasingly popular - as well as debated
[https://youtu.be/a1tUy8uqlOE?is=RW4eRLplijnyomKU](https://youtu.be/a1tUy8uqlOE?is=RW4eRLplijnyomKU)
Edward Glaeser interview (only if you have enough time)
[https://youtu.be/k2USzajXfLk?is=2sPas0L8_C0COrL](https://youtu.be/k2USzajXfLk?is=2sPas0L8_C0COrL) *(begin from 03.00)
Where we're going (possibly)...
[https://youtu.be/T6mK-Ukr_ts?is=QjHyf8uVu6GlzuTF](https://youtu.be/T6mK-Ukr_ts?is=QjHyf8uVu6GlzuTF)
[https://youtu.be/zHgfKz7aQkY?is=H56JVVaLlJXbLRjl](https://youtu.be/zHgfKz7aQkY?is=H56JVVaLlJXbLRjl)
[https://youtu.be/hfHtFiqw-IY?is=-LVjTtb07ZSYPosI](https://youtu.be/hfHtFiqw-IY?is=-LVjTtb07ZSYPosI)
Photo (by Alan Woo): Chóngqìng from the air (May 2026)
🔥 B-SURVIVOR 36H — Ultimate Survival Experience
### 🌲 Disconnect. Challenge Yourself. Reconnect.
Are you ready to step completely outside your comfort zone?
Join us for an unforgettable **36-hour survival immersion** in a private forest near Mons — a raw, powerful experience designed to bring you back to the essentials of life.
No screens. No city noise. No comfort bubble.
Just nature, teamwork, and your own resilience 🌿
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## 🏕️ What Awaits You
Under the guidance of a specialized survival instructor, you will learn practical skills that humans relied on for thousands of years:
🔥 How to make fire from scratch
🏕️ Build your own natural shelter
🧭 Navigate using terrain and basic tools
💧 Manage essential resources in the wild
🌲 Live fully outdoors — day and night
🤝 Strong group bonding through shared challenge
This is not a demonstration — you will actively participate.
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## 🌟 Why This Experience Is Special
✨ A rare opportunity to disconnect from modern life
✨ Powerful team spirit — you will go through this together
✨ Confidence boost & personal breakthrough
✨ Memorable stories you will tell for years
✨ Meet adventurous, open-minded people from our community
Many participants describe survival experiences as **life-changing**.
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## 👥 Who Should Join?
✔️ Curious explorers & adventure seekers
✔️ Beginners welcome — no survival experience needed
✔️ Open-minded people ready to try something different
✔️ Anyone craving a real reset from everyday life
You don’t need to be super athletic — motivation matters more than performance 💪
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## 📍 Event Details
📍 Private forest in Frameries (near Mons)
📅 May 30–31, 2026
⏱️ 36 hours in nature
👥 Very limited group: **max. 20 participants**
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## ⚠️ Important to Know
✔️ Outdoor conditions — rain or shine
✔️ No modern comforts
✔️ Personal gear required (packing list provided)
✔️ Safety supervised by experienced instructor
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## ❤️ The Sunday Vacations Spirit
This is not just a course — it’s a shared adventure.
Expect:
✨ New friendships
✨ Mutual support
✨ Genuine human connection
✨ A break from the fast pace of Brussels life
If you enjoy our hikes and trips, this is the **next level**.
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## 🌿 Are You In?
Spaces are intentionally limited to keep the experience authentic and safe.
👉 Join us if you want something real, intense, and unforgettable.
🎭 Zinneke Parade: Creative Walk & Social Gathering in Brussels
**Join us for a warm and easy-going afternoon at the Zinneke Parade 🎉, one of Brussels’ most creative and colorful street events.**
The parade brings together artists, local groups, performers, musicians, and communities from different parts of the city to create a unique celebration in the streets of Brussels.
The atmosphere is usually festive, artistic, multicultural, and full of surprises ✨. Expect music, costumes, creative performances, colorful groups, and a very Brussels-style mix of imagination and good energy.
We can go as a group and walk around the city centre, watch the different parade groups, take photos 📸, enjoy the music and costumes 🎶🎭, and experience the festive atmosphere together.
This is a great event for people who enjoy culture, creativity, street performances, local Brussels life, and social gatherings 🤝. Whether you are new in Brussels or simply want to spend a nice afternoon with friendly people, you are welcome to join.
There is no fixed program: we will meet, walk together, enjoy the parade at a relaxed pace, and maybe go for a drink or snack afterwards for those who want to continue the evening ☕🍹.
**To keep the group experience pleasant for everyone, participants are kindly asked to respect each other, behave normally, and contribute to a friendly and positive atmosphere 😊🙏.**
**Location**
**📍 Place de la Bourse in front of the Metro entrance**
**Price**
**🎟️ Free event**
**No ticket is needed. You only pay for your own food or drinks if you decide to buy something**.
Somatic Movement in Nature
**Somatic Movement** is a powerful method based on principles and wisdom from Eastern movement practices, such as yoga and Tai Chi, as well as Western techniques and insights from neuroscience, trauma therapy, and burnout recovery.
The goal is to activate your body and brain by allowing energy to flow through your system without overloading the nervous system. This is achieved through gentle, intentional movements, stretches and exercises, but also by increasing awareness and sensory perception — both internally (within ourselves) and externally (of our surroundings).
Combining tension-releasing stretches, easy flow-restoring exercises (using trees, branches, logs, stones, hills...), doing silent or touch meditations and playful authentic relating games, we're able to release a lot of stored tension and start to feel free, open-hearted, unassuming and adventurous again.
The 2h-sessions focus on gradually increasing physical resilience, but include emotional and energetic aspects as well to restore balance in body, mind and spirit. There is no competitive stake, there are no extremes or high-intensity actions involved. But we do sometimes challenge our personal comfort zones a bit, sliding in and out, bumping into some limiting belief or conviction we might carry within. We learn by looking at things from different perspectives.
The sessions are guided by seasoned therapist Ken.
For more info on his practices, please visit: www.nieuwegrond.be
**PRACTICAL**
This is a free introduction session for you.
But since this is a professional practice, where paying people might participate as well, we can only offer this once. If you wish to continue afterwards, you can talk to Ken personally or book through his website mentioned above.
The session starts at 10h sharp and ends at 12h.
Meeting and end-point is always Parking Forest Playground Everzwijnbad, Weertsedreef 16, Oud-Heverlee at the border of Meerdaelwoud. Please read the location description well, Google Maps can be a bit tricky.
Since we're in the forest and will connect with trees, branches, soil etc, please make sure your clothes can handle this. If you wish, you can bring some water and small towel for comfort, but it's not a must. Please be aware that the organizer can not be held responsible for any damage or losses you might suffer. A safe environment is a priority for everyone.
The event will be cancelled only when the weather really doesn't allow it.
If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask via personal message.
We hope to see and connect with you there!
Ken
Forest Play: Movement and Reconnection in Nature
FOREST PLAY (10h-12h)
The Forest Play - sessions are inclusive, nurturing and natural reconnecting events, focussing on restoring or replenishing energy, the sense of joy and personal perspective by interacting (and playing) with nature's healing elements.
Combining tension-releasing stretches, easy flow-restoring exercises (using trees, branches, logs, stones, hills...), doing silent or touch meditations and playful authentic relating games, we're able to get in touch with our inner-child and start to feel free, open-hearted, unassuming and adventurous again, bringing back the joy and vitality we all carry deeply within, but often believed to have been lost. Our hearts gradually open and start reconnecting again.
The 2h-sessions focus on gradually increasing physical resilience, but include emotional and energetic aspects as well to restore general holistic balance in body, mind and spirit. There is no competitive stake to it, there are no extremes or high-intensity actions involved. But we do play gently with our personal comfort zones, sliding in and out, at times challenging our personal beliefs, convictions and limitations. These edges are where the real learning takes place, so take note.
The sessions have powerful therapeutic value. They are developed, customised and guided by specialised trauma therapist Ken Christiaens. All exercises, while feeling light and fun, have a foundation in trauma and tension-releasing therapies, with elements of inner child work, constellations, reiki, NLP, somatic work, role/game play and meditation. Nature's increased healing potential (forest bathing) is fully being harnessed here.
For more info on the therapeutic practice of Ken, please visit: www.nieuwegrond.be
PRACTICAL
The Forest Play-session starts at 10h sharp and ends at 12h. It costs 18e to participate.
Meeting and end-point is always Parking Forest Playground Everzwijnbad, Weertsedreef 8-10, Oud-Heverlee (please read location description well, Google Maps can be a bit tricky).
You actually might get a bit dirty and sweaty at some point, please prepare for outdoor nature workout: sporty shoes with ribs, sporty clothes, maybe a small towel (feet might get dirty or wet) or anything you feel comfortable with.
Regarding the payment:
You will be asked to transfer 18e to Ken's account beforehand or bring it on the day itself.
Your participation is only confirmed if you have confirmed the payment as well.
The event will be cancelled only when the weather really doesn't allow it.
If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask via personal message.
We hope to see and connect with you there!
Hillwalking Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Lasne - 10 Km loop walk
Hi WW's,
This sunday , we shall do a 10 Km walk around Lasne. The walk will look like :
[https://mapy.com/s/pazojogudu](https://mapy.com/s/pazojogudu)
There will be about 275 metres of ascent/descent , so a little more than usual.
The start and finish point will be in the public parking area opposite the Bolo Restaurant. After the walk , we can walk or drive to the Friterie de Saule , a farmhouse friterie selling local sparkling wine , local beer and local gin ! The meat they serve comes from their farm. You can check more details in their website :
[Home | Friterie Du Saule](https://www.friteriedusaule.be/)
Since space is limited inside , it is not possible to reserve places , so we will have to squeeze up for our apres walk. Please note that the Friterie closes at 1400 , so we start on time. If you are late , use the map to catch us up.
You should wear good clothes and boots for Belgian weather and mud.
If you have any questions , you can contact me on 0472 613 518. See you on Wednesday. Rory.
Quiet Forest Walk
Quiet Forest Walk – The Clear Space
This is a quiet, low-stimulation activity. It may suit people who feel overwhelmed in typical social settings or who prefer a calmer way of being together.
Hi everyone,
On Sunday 31 May, I’m organising a quiet forest walk for The Clear Space. We’ll walk together in silence for about an hour, in a calm and gentle way.
This is not about performance, conversation, or doing anything special. It’s simply a chance to be outdoors together in a quieter way — with space to breathe, notice, settle, and just be.
Sometimes silence can feel more natural than talking, and walking side by side can feel easier than a usual social setting. That is very much the spirit of this walk.
When: Sunday 31 May
Where: Herrmann-Debroux metro, straight ahead after leaving the platform
Time: We start walking at 14:10 sharp, so please come a little earlier if possible.
Please wear good shoes, especially if the weather has been rainy, as the forest can be muddy.
Afterwards, if people feel like it, we can have a drink at Rouge Cloître. You’re welcome to join, but there is absolutely no pressure.
If you’d like to come, or if you have any questions, you can message me at 0474 60 83 70.
You are very welcome.
Schoonaarde - Wetteren (ca 25 km)
Far-ranging train disruptions limit the choices for this weekend - here a late proposal for a nice and flat hike through flemish wetlands this Sunday. We start at the station of Schoonaarde and cross the Schelde into some woods. Along an old meander of the Schelde we reach the Donkmeer, a large lake with a summer beach. From there we continue to Kalkense Meersen, a large and beautiful nature area with grassland, water and some open-air art. We end the hike in Wetteren, which should provide sufficient choice of place for a final drink/ice cream.
The number of participants is limited to 20, so please manage your registration responsibly: only sign up if you really intend to come and cancel as soon as you know you can’t (this also goes for people on the waiting list!).
We will try to keep somewhere close to an average speed of 4.5 to 5 km/h. We will walk both on paved and unpaved roads. I’ve not tested this track beforehand, so it’s possible that there are some mistakes in the planning (i.e. it may become longer ;-).
●●You can find the gpx track here:
kommot: https://www.komoot.com/de-de/tour/986475602?share_token=a6QPrqXmM4QKOQ24NWgMm7yxp7REdTramG2suq35U8RF4bBF2a&ref=wtd&t_s=referral&t_cid=route_share&t_ref_username=472114460035
wiciloc: https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/von-schoonaarde-nach-wetteren-266681186
●●Meeting point:
We meet at 9.05 in Bruxelles Central train station. Our train (IC 3209 to Dendermonde) leaves from platform 1 at 9.22. We change in Dendermonde and arrive in Schoonaarde at 10.09.
●● Train ticket:
BXL-Schoonarde 6.20 (3.70 with train+), Wetteren - BXL 6.60 (3.90 with train+)
●● Trains back to Brussels:
Four per hour, direct or via Gent or Dendermonde.
●● Specifics:
Distance: \~ 25 km
Elevation gain: up and down some dikes, otherwise flat as can be
Net walking time: \~ 5.5 h
Weather forecast: Significantly cooler, and should be mostly dry during the day, but some rain possible.
In the unlikely case of too bad weather, I may cancel a hike, even few hours before the event. If this must happen, I will of course update the Meetup website and send out an email to those registered. So it is important to have access to either the Meetup.com website and/or your emails.
●● What to bring:
* Comfortable hiking clothes
* Waterproof, comfortable hiking shoes
* sufficient water + food for the breaks
* Compeed for blisters
* Small change for the drink (cafes in the countryside do not necessarily take cards!)
●● Basic rules:
Please RSVP only if you really intend to come. And if your plans change, update your RSVP asap, even hours before the walk. This is basic courtesy towards others. Repeated late cancellations are not well considered (at all). No-shows are even worse.
Do not show up for a hike unless you are on the “going” list.
●● Acknowledgement of member responsibility and release of liability:
You are responsible for yourself and should be fit enough if you want to take part. As the participation in the events is strictly voluntary and you freely choose to join, it is the responsibility of individuals participating to ensure that they are fit enough and have adequate coverage to protect themselves. By signing up for this event, you agree to release the organisers from any responsibility and liability.
Nature Walk – Eikenwandeling
**About the event / what to expect:**
Join us for a relaxed guided nature walk through one of the beautiful green areas near Leuven. This is a calm and social walk where everyone can enjoy nature and connect with others.
We will also discuss small nature observations and stories along the way. You can expect a mix of walking, discovering, and informal conversation.
Looking forward to enjoying nature together!
**What to bring:**
\- Comfortable walking shoes
\- Water
\- Weather\-appropriate clothing \(rain jacket if needed\)
\- Curiosity 🙂
**Meeting point:**
For this walk, we will do the Eikenwandeling route: https://www.alltrails.com/nl-nl/wandelpad/belgium/flemish-brabant/eikenwandeling
We will meet at the starting point of the route: Heverlee Arboretum.
The walk is easy to moderate and suitable for people with normal walking fitness. We will walk 5,5 km.
**About the Volunteer:**
Hi, I’m Violetta. I work in IT and I also guide walks in nature as a volunteer. I enjoy walking, astronomy, and reflective conversations. I look forward to sharing a walk where people can slow down, explore, and feel a little more at home in nature around Leuven.
20k of Brussels? Nah, 15k of Peace & Quiet
🏃♂️ Missed the 20k Registration? Get Your Adrenaline Fix Here! 🌲
Sold out? No bib? No problem. While 40,000 runners are pounding the hot asphalt on the road, we are taking the FOMO to the forest. Welcome to the Alternative 20k (But Make It 15k & Beautiful).
Skip the massive crowds and the concrete, and join us for a stunning, shaded, and high-energy cruise through the best trails Brussels has to offer. You’ll still get that race-day buzz without the entry fee!
📅 The Game Plan
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026 (Official 20k Day)
Meet-up Time: 09:45 AM (Sharp! We move shortly after)
Meeting Point: In front of the Main Tribune / Stands at the Hippodrome de Boitsfort (Drohme)
Distance: 15 km
Pace: Cruisy, steady 6:00 min/km
Terrain: Light, wide trails in the gorgeous Forêt de Soignes (smooth dirt paths, manageable elevation, completely under the tree canopy)
📍 Route & Vibe
Starting from the historic Hippodrome, we will dive straight into the green lung of Brussels. We will trace a beautiful 15k loop through the Forêt de Soignes, keeping the pace locked at a social but solid 6:00/km. Expect fresh air, zero traffic, great conversations, and a massive hit of endorphins.
🎒 What to Bring
Trail or standard running shoes (The light trails are very forgiving, so regular road shoes work just fine if it’s dry!)
Your own hydration/gels if you need them (there are no official SPA water stations out here, folks!).
Post-run vibes: We can grab a coffee or a cold drink at the Drohme melting pot right after we finish.
Discover Belgium’s Oldest City - Social Day Trip to Tongeren
*QR code to be obtained on events page @ [www.sundayvacations.com](www.sundayvacations.com)*
## Ancient stories, slow travel, and meaningful connections.
Join Sunday Vacations for a relaxed cultural escape to Tongeren, Belgium’s oldest city, during the special Archaeology Days weekend.
Together, we’ll travel by train from Brussels, explore the famous Gallo-Roman Museum, and enjoy a guided walk through Tongeren’s historic streets, Roman heritage, and hidden corners.
This experience combines:
- culture
- storytelling
- social connection
- local discovery
- slow Sunday travel
Expect a warm international atmosphere, curious conversations, and a different way to experience Belgium beyond Brussels.
Solo joiners are always welcome.
## Experience Overview
During Archaeology Days, the Gallo-Roman Museum hosts special live activities where archaeologists and researchers share fascinating discoveries about prehistoric, Celtic, and Roman Belgium.
## Highlights
- Train journey from Brussels with the group (Train departure: 9:01 Platform 3 - IC507 (Liege-Guillemins)
Journey time: Approximately 2h 15m (With 1 change)
\- 11:15 AM Arrive in Tongeren\.
- Antiques Market Tongeren
Visit the largest antiques market in the Benelux (Leopoldwal and Maastrichterstraat)
- Cultural walk through Tongeren
- Discover Roman and medieval heritage
- Special Archaeology Days access
- Meet archaeologists and heritage experts
- Relaxed international community atmosphere
- Ideal for solo joiners & curious minds
- Slow Sunday travel experience
## Plan / Itinerary
- Meet at Brussels Central Station
- Coffee & introductions
- Train journey to Tongeren
- Visit the Gallo-Roman Museum
- Explore Archaeology Days activities
- Optional archaeology blitz course
- Social regroup moments during the visit
### Late Afternoon
- Optional café / terrace stop
- Relaxed free time before departure
### Evening
- Train back to Brussels together
Exact timings and train details will be shared before the event.
## Price / Contribution
Museum access is free during Archaeology Days.
Participants cover:
- their own train tickets
- personal food & drinks
VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.
## Important Notes
- This is a hosted community experience, not a professional licensed tourism service.
- Participants remain responsible for purchasing their own train tickets.
- The city walk is organised in a relaxed community format.
- Exact schedule may vary slightly depending on train timing and group pace.
## Legal Disclaimer
Sunday Vacations / UJAMAA ASBL acts as a community organiser and not as a travel agency.
Activities are organised by volunteers and covered under the legal volunteer insurance framework.
Participants remain individually responsible for their own transportation, purchases, and participation choices during the outing.
VAT not applicable – small business exemption scheme, Article 56bis Belgian VAT Code.
LAST Functional Movement / Yoga at Merci Studio & Coffee in St Gilles
Last Functional Movement & Yoga at Merci Studio on Place Dillens
(please register in advance at [www.popupyogaconcepts.be/schedule](http://www.popupyogaconcepts.be/schedule))
We will restart again in September after this class!
A practise linking functional movement & breathwork.
This practise emphasises posture correction, spine health & breathing properly even when challenged in key poses and during movement.
This class is held in a close community giving the chance for people to meet others in a context of calm and wellbeing. We also go for a chai/coffee in the area after class, however this is not mandatory.
The location is hosted at Merci Studio in St Gilles (near the parvis) . Everyone is welcome as long as you have a kind and open hearted spirit :-)
Address
Merci Studio (4th floor)
Julien Dillensplein 1
1060 St Gilles
Drop in Rate 20 euros
Hillwalking Events Near You
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Hundred Acre Wood Hike
Join us Tuesday (6/2) at 6:30 pm as we hike the Hundred Acre Woods in Westerville. This is a beautiful trail that is filled of hills and roots but a picturesque wooded landscape to hike. Wear your hiking boots if you have them. We will do 2 loops of the 1 mile trail.
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
**IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...**
[The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up.
* This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
Two For Tuesday : Social walk and Duckpin (option)
**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.**
**Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social.
**Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do.
**If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.**
**This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.**
Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC.
Walk RSVP **$2**
Walk / DuckPin Social **$5**
Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12**
Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi Ladies , Let's Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park .
We will meet at the nature center parking lot.
Hiking about 4 miles completing the blendon woods loop and the sugarbush trail .
Wear appropriate footwear and bring water for hydration .
Sharon Woods HIKE
Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice.
Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.


















