Discover Corbais: Walks, Nature and History

Corbais is best discovered through its walks, historical references and unusual local details. The Promenade autour de Corbais begins and ends at Saint-Pierre Church. Those who want to combine walks, nature observation and local history can incorporate these different facets into their travel plans. This leaves room for both an active outing and cultural discoveries.

Walks with clear differences

Route B of the Promenade autour de Corbais passes by the Chapelle Saint-Pierre, is 6.5 kilometres long and easy. It is accessible to people with reduced mobility and to strollers. For travel planning with a stroller or reduced mobility, this route therefore offers a clearly defined option. Route A passes by the Moulin du Tiège, is 7.5 kilometres long and is also easy. It is partially accessible to people with reduced mobility and to strollers.

The two routes therefore differ mainly in their course, length and stated accessibility. Those who prefer the shorter of the two routes can consider Route B. Those who find the Moulin du Tiège an interesting destination for their walk can plan Route A. This information helps you choose a day trip according to your own needs, without assuming a specific walking time.

Nature observation and sharing knowledge

At the Ferme Henricot, more than 50 bird species can be counted at certain times of the year. For travellers who want to include nature observation in their stay, this place is therefore a distinct point of reference when planning. Knowledge is also shared at the farm with farmers and students during several conferences each year. Nature and professional exchange are two different aspects that make Corbais interesting beyond the classic walking routes.

History in small details

The Totemus route in Corbais conveys local history through small panels about former trades, chapels and farmsteads. As a result, you encounter historical topics not only in a single building, but in several points of information along this route. The Chapelle Notre-Dame Allard commemorates the murder of gamekeeper Nicolas Allard in 1777.

Another notable historical name is the Romanesque keep known as the “Tour Griffon du Bois” or “Tour des Sarrasins”. It is associated with Mont-Saint-Guibert and Corbais and dates from the first half of the 13th century. A contemporary touch complements these historical traces: Spray’Art created the artwork on the Ores utility cabinet in Corbais.

Getting there and choosing accommodation

For travel planning, you can consider the railway stations at Mont-Saint-Guibert, Chastre or Ottignies, as well as TEC bus routes 24, 30 and 34. When looking for a holiday apartment in Corbais, your preferred plans for the day can guide your personal comparison: Should the focus be on one of the walks, on nature observation at the Ferme Henricot, or on historical and artistic discoveries? Especially when travelling with a stroller, the different accessibility of the two routes is a useful point to consider in your own planning.

Those who choose Corbais as a travel destination can therefore tailor their accommodation search to their own interests and use the excursions described as a guide for their stay. For your further travel planning, the entries Haasrode, Londerzeel, Zaventem, Halle, Chaumont-Gistoux, Asse, Herent and Vilvoorde are also available.

For the broader travel overview: Brabant.