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The Gardens of O – Fondry des Chiens Gorge loop from Parc naturel Viroin Hermeton

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The Gardens of O – Fondry des Chiens Gorge loop from Parc naturel Viroin Hermeton

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The Gardens of O – Fondry des Chiens Gorge loop from Parc naturel Viroin Hermeton

01:39

6.04km

90m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

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Fondry des Chiens

Parc national de l’Entre-Sambre-et-Meuse

Parc naturel Viroin Hermeton

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570 m

The Gardens of O

Highlight • Forest

Very beautiful park and quiet location ...

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816 m

Jardins d'O in Nismes

Highlight • Lake

The Jardins d´O in Nismes are diver ponds and canals that can be navigated and admired as part of an "ecological tour" in an electric boat.
They are in the immediate vicinity of the Chateau Licot.

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2.26 km

Small Gorge in the Meadow

Highlight • Gorge

Beautiful gap in the meadow between the fruit trees.

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2.49 km

The Panorama des Abannets is a magnificent viewpoint located near Viroinval, just above the village of Nismes. It offers a breathtaking view of the Eau Noire valley and the surrounding hills and forests.
You will find an orientation table here.

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3.87 km

Fondry des Chiens Gorge

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Near the town of Nismes, the Viroin-Hermeton Nature Park is home to an exceptional nature reserve. A narrow gorge, up to 20 meters deep, is home to a biotope rich in biodiversity. This gorge was formed over millions of years by rainwater erosion. The particular soil conditions created a ravine with large boulders. The "Fondry des Chiens" is a nature reserve and is considered a natural monument. The trail to the top can be quite technical, but the difficult sections are actually short.

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5.00 km

Nismes Castle

Highlight • Castle

5.16 km

Moulin Guillaume

Highlight • Monument

This water mill, located downstream of the 'Zwarte Water' and below the Mousty mountain, was mentioned in 1609 as a ban mill: the local residents were obliged to have their grain milled by the appointed miller. It was owned by the Licot family in the 18th century. In 1850 she gave the mill to a certain Guillaume. The mill worked until 1928, when it was dismantled in an electricity cabin.
The watermill has been generating green electricity since 2013. it is a project of the municipality and the Parc Naturel. 600 liters of water per minute passes by, which should be enough to generate 30,000 kWh per year. the electricity equivalent of 6 families. The conversion cost 60,000 €.
molenechos.org/molen.php?nummer=1468

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5.94 km

Saint Roch Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

6.04 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.67 km

1.45 km

1.13 km

939 m

797 m

Surfaces

1.87 km

1.47 km

1.09 km

916 m

395 m

109 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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The Gardens of O – Fondry des Chiens Gorge loop from Parc naturel Viroin Hermeton

The Gardens of O

Jardins d'O in Nismes

Small Gorge in the Meadow

Abannets Viewpoint

Fondry des Chiens Gorge

Nismes Castle

Moulin Guillaume

Saint Roch Chapel

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