Cross-country skiing Croix-Scaille

In the heart of the Croix-Scaille massif , in the municipality of Gedinne on the Franco-Belgian border, winter sometimes holds a pleasant surprise for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. The plateau, which rises to around 503 meters and forms the highest point in the province of Namur , covers a vast forested area of approximately 3,500 hectares . Here, one traverses spruce forests, beech groves, heathland, and peat bogs, a landscape largely designated as a Natura 2000 site, giving the area a very natural and quite wild atmosphere.

It is in this setting that the Gedinne Nordic ski area unfolds, with four marked trails accessible when the snow finally arrives. Depending on the snow conditions, you can enjoy loops of approximately 2.5 km, 7 km, 9 km, or even up to 12 to 16 km , at altitudes between 420 and 500 meters . The terrain remains gentle, and the trail profiles are well-suited to families , beginners , and those who enjoy leisurely outings .

Road access is easy and there is a car park in the immediate vicinity of the slopes. Equipment can be rented from the Gedinne tourist office or local partners. As winters have become very unpredictable, opening dates are decided on a daily basis .

In the absence of skiing, we enjoy beautiful hikes , sometimes on snowshoes , with the Tour du Millénaire as an iconic viewpoint.