Timeline
09:30
Start at Carrefour Express in High Kraainem. It is one of the few supermarkets open on Sundays, making it a convenient early stop for water or snacks before you begin your walk.
09:46
Walk to the Salesian Monastery. This historic order has deep roots in the region, and the monastery stands as a quiet testament to that history in the heart of the area.
10:02
Enclos du Jardin des plantes médicinales Paul Moens - Tuin van Geneeskrachtige Planten Paul Moens
Head south to the Enclos du Jardin des plantes médicinales Paul Moens. This medicinal plant garden is just a nine-minute walk from the monastery, offering a calm, green space to enjoy the morning light.
10:30
Walk to De Lijsterbes in the Cultural Centre for lunch. This small restaurant specialises in traditional Flemish dishes like stoofvlees. Ask for the dish of the day to experience local flavours in the town center.
11:15
End your visit at Parc Neerveld. Located in the WSW direction from the anchor, this park offers a peaceful spot to rest and reflect after your meal, completing a loop through the local green spaces.
Local tip
The walk between the monastery and the medicinal garden is short and pleasant. De Lijsterbes is located in the town center, making it an easy stop after exploring the nearby parks.
Check before you go
- Carrefour Express is open Tu-Su 07:30-20:00.
- De Lijsterbes (restaurant) hours are not specified in the context, so it is best to check if it is open for lunch service.
Worth knowing
- Carrefour Express is open at 09:30 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Kraainem (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).