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In Waterloo, nature and the city meet at the bend of a path, behind a hedge or at the end of a shady way. Here, there’s no shortage of green spaces in which to breathe, play, walk or simply take it easy.
Parks, forests, paths and playgrounds make up a green mosaic where young and old alike can find a place to recharge their batteries, without ever leaving the city.
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Jules Descampe Park
Right in the center of town, the Jules Descampe Park is a veritable urban green lung, perfect for a nature break in the heart of the city. Here, you can read, stroll or let the kids have fun on the playground.
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The Bruyères Wood
Once a charcoal-producing area, this unspoilt corner of nature is now one of Waterloo’s most beautiful green spaces.
Walk around the lake (approx. 1 km) and enjoy the lush scenery, where the flora and fauna reveal themselves seasonally.
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The Sonian Forest
A veritable natural treasure on the outskirts of the city, the Forêt de Soignes is accessible from Waterloo via the Drève Philip IV (Music Chapel parking lot) or the Drève de la Meute. Let yourself be enveloped by the majesty of its centuries-old trees, on foot or by bike.
For more information, visit their website.
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The paths and trails
Waterloo also has about 150 paths and trails that wind their way through neighborhoods, fields and woods which are perfect for avoiding traffic and discovering the city in a different way.
An up-to-date map details access for bikes, cargo bikes, PRMs and night-time lighting, making them practical and easy to take with you! Available free of charge from the Tourist Office in French.
You can download the map here.
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The playgrounds
Waterloo has plenty of playgrounds for youngsters to run, climb and invent a thousand adventures.
Find the full list here: Playgrounds.
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Stroll through the fields
For a breath of fresh air and a break from time, there’s nothing like a stroll through the heart of the agricultural landscape.
You’ll find these soothing settings on the Chemin des Cochons, the Drève du Garde and the Drève des Chasseurs, lovely bucolic getaways just a stone’s throw from the center of town.
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RAVeL
Although none of the RAVeL network passes directly through Waterloo, our municipality is an excellent starting point for exploring these superb regional greenways. The famous Beer Cycle Route (W2) links Braine-l’Alleud/Waterloo to Aachen (177 km), offering a peaceful itinerary rich in rural scenery.
The nearest departure point is the bus station or « Square Ravel » station in Braine-l’Alleud, easily accessible from Waterloo by bus (lines 115, 39, W, 121, 122) or train.
Perfect for a getaway by bike, horseback, rollerblades or on foot, this safe trail invites you to extend your walk into the heart of nature beyond the city’s borders.
You can find free maps of the Walloon RAVel network at our offices.
Feel like exploring?
Visit the Tourist Office for personalized advice, detailed maps and all the info you need to (re)discover Waterloo’s green spots. Nature awaits… just around the corner!
