Summer walk with the domain warden in Broek De Naeyer

The domain warden takes you into Broek De Naeyer. In this nature reserve in Willebroek, plants and animals are given space. You will discover how surprising the summer greenery can be. And have you ever heard of pineapple galls? It doesn't get more tropical than this. Where? Broek De Naeyer, entrance Biezenweiden, Stuyvenbergbaan 2830 View the location on the map Length 4 km, approximately 2.5 hours of leisurely walking. Price? 5 euros per participant. For whom? For all ages, mainly aimed at adults What to bring? Boots or waterproof walking shoes Your own binoculars Order your tickets What can you expect during the walk? Broek De Naeyer is a water-rich nature reserve. In the summer, the domain is buzzing with life. Trees are in full leaf, plants are blooming, and there is something to discover everywhere. The domain warden of Broek De Naeyer takes you along large and small natural wonders and shows how surprising the summer greenery can be. And have you ever heard of pineapple galls? It doesn't get more tropical than this. Learn about the history of the domain The domain warden tells you about the history of the area. Until 1986, Broek De Naeyer was owned by the Denayer paper mill. It was located further away in Willebroek along the canal. Broek De Naeyer was used to collect wood and for the discharge of wastewater. Water basins were dug for the wastewater. There, the water could settle before it flowed into the Rupel. That is why Broek De Naeyer is contaminated with, among other things, PFAS. In the autumn of 2024, the European project PFASTER started to tackle the pollution.