The best walks and hikes around Kapelle-Op-Den-Bos

A church with a wooden tower dates back to the 11th century. Construction began in the 13th century on a stone church, which was modified and expanded primarily in the 15th and 17th centuries. The church was significantly enlarged in 1655 with the support of Count Eugeen de Berghe, Lord of Sint-Brixius-Rode (see the coat of arms on the west facade). When the church became very dilapidated at the end of the 19th century, urgent repairs were necessary. Between 1907 and 1908, the church underwent a thorough renovation in the Neo-Gothic style, carried out according to plans by architect F. Symons (1869-1942). The windows and roofing, in particular, were extensively modified. Source: Inventory of Immovable Heritage

Image of a Brabant draft horse, named Preston van Dedem, born March 12, 2007.

The valley is an excellent area for a relaxing walk. The route often follows the path along the stream, allowing you to enjoy the flowing water and the surrounding nature. The area is also rich in bird species, making it a paradise for bird lovers.

The mention of Rode appears in a letter from 1110 when the Berthouts, lords of Grimbergen, transferred the 'altare de Mensce' together with its dependencies Oppem and Rode to Bishop Odo van Kamerijk. Meise then came under the patronage of the church of Grimbergen. When the abbey of Grimbergen was founded in 1127, this was accompanied by the transfer of the aforementioned goods (1132). In 1838, Sint-Brixius-Rode finally became independent of the parish of Meise and was given its own rectory. As early as the 11th century, there was mention of a church with a wooden tower. In the 13th century, a stone church was started, which was mainly modified and expanded in the 15th and 17th centuries. For example, the church was significantly enlarged in 1655 with the support of Count Eugeen de Berghe, lord of Sint-Brixius-Rode, see coat of arms in the west facade. When the church had become very dilapidated at the end of the 19th century, urgent restoration work was necessary. In the period 1907-1908, the church underwent a thorough transformation in neo-Gothic style, carried out according to the plans of architect F. Symons (1869-1942). The windows and roofing in particular were thoroughly modified. Previously, the church had pointed arch windows that were changed into neo-Gothic pointed arch windows with tracery. The choir, which was previously shorter and provided with the date 1749, was extended with a sacristy. (Inventory of Immovable Heritage)

Our Lady of Consolation or Comforter of the Sorrowful (Latin: Consolatrix afflictorum) is a title of Mary. He appears in the Litany of Loreto. The Litany of Loreto (Latin: Litaniae Lauretanae), also called the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is a litany in honor of Mary in the Roman Catholic tradition. The litany was recorded by Pope Clement VIII in 1601, but was subsequently supplemented several times. The name refers to the sanctuary of Loreto in Italy. The litany is often prayed by Catholics after the rosary or rosary. (Wikipedia)

It is a three-aisled pseudo-basilica in mainly classicist style. The church has a three-sided closed choir. The west facade is made of sandstone. This contains an entrance portal flanked by Tuscan pilasters and topped by a triangular pediment. Also remarkable is the stair turret on the west facade, which had to be renovated in 1923. The east facade is also made of sandstone, while the side facades are made of brick. These are equipped with cross-arch windows. The church furniture is mainly 19th century and in late classical and neoclassical styles. (Wikipedia)

The 's Gravenbos is a Ferraris forest located in the Flemish Brabant village of Humbeek, on the border with Nieuwenrode and Ipsvoorde. It is one of the largest and oldest forests in the area. The forest, like the neighboring Driesbos, is European protected as part of the Natura 2000 habitat directive area 'Forests of the southeast of the Sand Loam Region'. It is largely private, but some hiking trails, including Buurtweg 17 and 30 and Voetweg 64, are accessible. (Wikipedia)

Chapel in honor of Mary at horse breeding farm 't Peerdhof.