Plaines de l'Escaut
Belgium, Hainaut, Wallonia
Plaines de l'Escaut
LocationBelgium, Hainaut, Wallonia
RegionHainaut, Wallonia
TypeNature Park
Coordinates50.5000°, 3.5500°
Established1996
Area265
Nearest CityTournai (10 km)
About Plaines de l'Escaut
Plaines de l'Escaut nature park covers 26,500 hectares across the alluvial plains of the Scheldt River in Hainaut province. The park forms part of a cross-border European nature park with France's Scarpe-Escaut park, featuring forests, wetlands, streams, and agricultural landscapes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Plaines de l'Escaut located?
Plaines de l'Escaut is located in Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium at coordinates 50.5, 3.55.
How do I get to Plaines de l'Escaut?
To get to Plaines de l'Escaut, the nearest city is Tournai (10 km).
How large is Plaines de l'Escaut?
Plaines de l'Escaut covers approximately 265 square kilometers (102 square miles).
When was Plaines de l'Escaut established?
Plaines de l'Escaut was established in 1996.