Riverside Wanderlust: Upstream Dinant

WARNING:weather forecast for 6 June is wet and cold... it's still a long way (29 May now) but if this gets confirmed, I'll shift the date...

This the day for a nice hike along the river Meuse.

The journey: the route from Dinant to Waulsort is one of the most scenic stretches of the Haute-Meuse—lots of green, impressive cliffs, and the river that seems to carry a specific kind of quiet energy. Following the water’s edge, passing the yacht club of Anseremme, and then diving deeper into the lush greenery that defines the valley. Partially asphalted, but also uneven trails and meadows with cows.

We’ll stop for a picnic break amidst the trees, at the river bank.

At the end, we cross the river Meuse with the Waulsort Ferry: it is a traditional, man-pulled ferry (passeur d’eau) that has been crossing these waters for generations. It’s a slow, tactile, and slightly magical way to reach the other side. If it’s the same guy than previous years, you’ll see a Brad Pitt look-alike (in his early years and Wallonia style 😊)

From there, all options are on the table. You want to call an Uber to get back asap to Dinant, wait for the bus, have a drink and/or meal at the bar/restaurant,... Up to you!

Journey details

*When: Saturday, 6 June | Meeting at 11:00 AM

• Meeting Point: Dinant. (meeting point will be shared with the confirmed participants)
  *The Route: Dinant → Anseremme → Waulsort Ferry crossing, about 12km, mostly walking away from any traffic.
• Duration: please consider this a day excursion, but approx. 5 hours (including a picnic, a bit depending on the weather (warmer = more relaxed ☺️))
  *The Return: you can take the bus back from Waulsort to Dinant (adventurous spirit required, as we'll be operating on "valley time"). There is a bar and restaurant in Waulsort too where we can crash.

What to bring?

• A Picnic: pack something delicious to enjoy during our riverside break.
  *Sturdy Shoes: we’ll be on natural paths, so leave the city shoes at home.