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Step into Cambre Woods, the sweeping woodland park on the southern edge of Brussels. Stroll tree-lined paths, circle the lake and stop for lunch at the restaurant on its small island.
Full description
Cambre Woods, known locally as Bois de la Cambre, is a vast designed landscape of tall trees, lawns and water features, conceived in the 19th century to look like untouched nature. Its paths suit a leisurely ninety-minute loop, with a lake at its centre and a restaurant on a small island that reviewers single out as a pleasant stop.
Open around the clock and free to enter, it works equally well for couples, families and anyone wanting a quiet green escape from the city. Visitors describe it as restful and well preserved.
Cambre Woods, known locally as Bois de la Cambre, is a vast designed landscape of tall trees, lawns and water features, conceived in the 19th century to look like untouched nature. Its paths suit a leisurely ninety-minute loop, with a lake at its centre and a restaurant on a small island that reviewers single out as a pleasant stop.
Open around the clock and free to enter, it works equally well for couples, families and anyone wanting a quiet green escape from the city. Visitors describe it as restful and well preserved.
Duration
1h30
Best time
early morning, morning, afternoon or early evening
Intensity
Moderate walking
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Reviews
A vast expanse of woodland that rejuvenates the mind and the soul. Brussels is to be commended for ensuring this spaces existence. Burgers of Brussels should treasure and defend it's existence.
David O'Brien
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