GR 12 Ronquières to Ecaussines

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  Today we continue where we left off in Ronquières near the inclining plateau. This part of the GR 12 is very pleasant and i would recommend it any sunny sunday walk. Bring along your friends and family, there’s not many hills and you can easily scale the trip to fit your own capacities.

We are blessed with excellent weather on this late September day and a lot of fellow hikers have taken to the paths. The route goes up the canal to the impressive concrete tower and then turns into the fields. It’s harvesting time and the corn fields are waiting for the farmers.

 Once outside the fields we are guided towards the river Samme, where we discover an old looking dam which – to the best of our guesses – was used for generating electricity.

 The route runs along the ancient canal Brussels to Charleroi for several kilometers. At first, we are surrounded by water on both sides, fishermen and birdwatchers. A bit later, the canal becomes more recognizable and every kilometer small cascades and bridges make for an inspiring experience.

We leave the trail as it turns East and track back to our starting place following the Route de Saint Jacques de Compostelle.