SUMMER TOURS 2026 - When a battlefield becomes a nature reserve

WHEN A BATTLEFIELD BECOMES A NATURE RESERVE - ZILLEBEKE - 7 KM The war site Hill 60 (3 ha) was able to develop undisturbed for 118 years from a moonscape into a natural park landscape. On the other side of the deep railway cutting lies the Vierlingen domain, with its famous mine crater, beautifully developed forest, ponds, and heath fields. Further on, we explore the recently established grazing zone of the Palingbeek domain, where spontaneous nature development under extensive grazing management is given every opportunity. Finally, we get a taste of the Molenbos, which was the first to be replanted in the Ypres Salient after the war. A trip full of beautiful, varied nature where death and destruction reigned more than a century ago. Guides: Erwin Verheyde, Lieven Stubbe SUMMER TOURS 2026 General Summer Tours is an organization of Natuurpunt De Bron and partners. In this 17th edition, there are 25 walks; on every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evening in July and August. Total overview: www.debron.be/zomertoeren-2026 Practical arrangements, applicable to all walks -Meeting time always at 6:45 PM -Departure always promptly at 7:00 PM -End around 9:30 PM -Participation: Natuurpunt members free, non-members €3.50 per person (maximum €7.00 per family) -Registration not necessary -Sturdy footwear is recommended, binoculars are useful, a drink for on the way is nice. -Adjust clothing to weather conditions Info www.debron.be/zomertoeren-2026 - info@debron.be – 0495 79 36 90