If you plan to visit Brussels in April or May, you may want to spend a few hours in the Hallerbos. Located at 20km South of Brussels, the forest is famous for its bluebell carpet which covers the 552ha wide forest floor. The phenomenon of “bluebell forests” is not uncommon in Europe, but the Hallerbos is unique for the density and beauty of its blooms. A carpet of bluebells is a sign of ancient woodland. The Hallerbos is part of an ancient carboniferous forest. Each year, peo