Baronville – Along the Hileau and the Mill Loop
Baronville, a village shaped by earth, stone and water
Crossed by the Hileau, a tributary of the Lesse, Baronville has developed over the centuries in close connection with its natural resources. Its clay-rich soil long supported surrounding meadows and forests, while an ancient coral reef enabled the extraction of red and Byzantine marble, once highly sought after.
This heritage can still be seen today: an old mill built along the Hileau, a castle now privately owned, and a village centre marked by its rural and noble past — all features walkers encounter along the way.
Isabelle Embrechts, a sporty sponsor deeply attached to her region
Originally from Beauraing, Isabelle Embrechts is well known in the local sporting community. A physical education teacher, she practised volleyball for many years. Baronville holds a special place in her personal story: it is where she often visited her grandmother and where she met André, who was also actively involved in sports.
The couple married in the village church in 1988 — a meaningful memory that strengthens their bond with Baronville. Accepting the role of sponsor of the Baronville walking routes was therefore a natural choice for Isabelle, eager to contribute to local life and promote her region.
Passionate about hiking and cycling, Isabelle and André regularly explore the routes around Beauraing, combining them in their own way, map in hand. What Isabelle especially enjoys about walk no. 1 are the open viewpoints offering magnificent panoramas over the Famenne and the Meuse Valley:
“A beautiful walk for experienced hikers.”
They also enjoy sharing these walks with family and friends, proud to introduce them to the simple and authentic beauty of their home region.
Between castles, streams and panoramic views: two walks starting in Baronville
Walks no. 1 and no. 2 both start at the Saint Maurice Church in Baronville, passing the castle and the former watering place before heading into the surrounding countryside.
🥾 Walk no. 1 – Baronville, Javingue and Winenne (14 km)
This 14 km loop is designed for experienced hikers. The route leads through Javingue and Winenne, passing the Javingue-Sevry Tower, the Château of Javingue, and the 1944 memorial dedicated to the heroes of Baronville.
The walk alternates between wide open views over the Famenne, country lanes and shaded woodland paths, offering a varied and well-balanced hiking experience.
- Distance: 14 km loop – approx. 4 hrs
- Waymarking: red diamond – no. 1
- Positive elevation gain: 195 m
- Route online: click here
🌿 Walk no. 2 – The village loop (2.5 km)
Shorter and easily accessible, walk no. 2 forms a 2.5 km loop around the village. Passing the old mill, it is ideal for a peaceful walk, with family or for a first discovery of Baronville.
- Distance: 2.5 km loop – approx. 1 hr
- Waymarking: red diamond – no. 2
- Positive elevation gain: 8 m
- Route online: click here
Local know-how to discover along the way
Along the route, walkers can also discover the living heritage of the area:
- Hogge Farm, a producer of organic eggs, sold directly through a self-service vending machine in front of the farm
- the Hileau Brewery, which proudly continues the local brewing tradition. Their beers can be purchased on site by appointment or in our local products display.
- Fer Deco Baronville, Pascal Lambremont works iron using plasma techniques, sculpting rusted iron plates into unique decorative pieces. If you walk past his garden, you might catch a glimpse of his creations.
