Heid des Gattes Walk – 7.55 km GPX trail in Aywaille | Ardenne Résidences

Walk from Aywaille to the Heid des Gattes

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05 November 2026

Starting point

Rue de la Heid 15, 4920 Aywaille

Difficulty

Easy

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Walk from Aywaille to the Heid des Gattes

Route description

This 7.55 km walk starting from Aywaille explores the Heid des Gattes nature reserve , an exceptional site known for its limestone vegetation, steep paths, and views over the Amblève valley. The route combines woodland paths and open sections offering magnificent panoramas.

Departure and start of the hike

The departure point is in the centre of Aywaille, near Place Joseph Thiry.
From the center, take the path that climbs towards the Heid des Gattes, an iconic hill overlooking the valley. The ascent is gradual, already offering beautiful views of the rooftops of Aywaille and the Amblève river.

Points of interest along the route

  • Belvédère de la Corniche : a natural platform offering a spectacular view of the valley and the village of Aywaille.
  • Heid des Gattes Nature Reserve : Natura 2000 classified site, famous for its wild orchids and dry grassland landscapes.
  • Aywaille : charming town in the heart of the Amblève valley, starting and ending point of the loop.

Heid des Gattes (© strava.com)

Return to the starting point

After passing the viewpoint , the trail descends gently towards Aywaille, through wooded areas and along stony paths. The return journey follows gentler paths, leading back to Place Joseph Thiry to complete the loop.

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