National Park Brabantse Wouden

Brabantse Wouden

Experience the magic of the Brabantse Wouden, where vast forests, beautiful landscapes and unique encounters come together in the heart of Flemish Brabant. In the Brabantse Wouden, people and nature go hand in hand, offering plenty of space for adventure, tranquility and inspiration.

Whether you come to walk or cycle through the Brabantse Wouden, want to help protect nature, or simply enjoy the silence and the green surroundings: this is where your journey of discovery begins. Let yourself be enchanted by the unique atmosphere and the natural beauty of the Brabantse Wouden.

Location

Between the Hallerbos, the Sonian Forest and the Meerdaal Forest lies a remarkable and vast natural area: the Brabantse Wouden. In the Brabantse Wouden, robust forests, winding rivers and open fields alternate to form one harmonious landscape. With more than 10,000 hectares of valuable nature, the Brabantse Wouden offer a place where adventure, relaxation and nature experiences take center stage.

The natural meanders of the Dijle, Laan and IJse give the Brabantse Wouden their character and create a climate-resilient landscape full of life and biodiversity. Climbing up from the river valleys, you reach the Brabant plateau, where centuries-old sunken roads have carved deep traces into the landscape of the Brabantse Wouden.

Whether you want to walk, cycle, ride horses or enjoy local regional products and a welcoming overnight stay, there is always something to discover in the Brabantse Wouden. Ready to explore the Brabantse Wouden yourself?

Nature

Let yourself be amazed by the impressive oaks and beeches that give the Brabantse Wouden their unique character. More than 10,000 of these trees stand as living monuments, making the landscape of the Brabantse Wouden distinctive and recognizable.

Rivers wind their way through the Brabantse Wouden, naturally flowing through the rolling agricultural landscape. In spring, flowers colour the area and a walk through the Brabantse Wouden becomes a true natural spectacle.

Centuries-old sunken roads connect the different landscapes and tell the story of a long history in which nature and culture meet. In the Brabantse Wouden, you will discover a magical place full of hidden stories and surprising nature.