Dielegembos, Protected forest in Jette, Belgium
Dielegembos is a protected forest covering roughly 9 hectares, with trees arranged according to soil conditions and water levels. Alder and poplar trees occupy the wetter sections, while beech dominates the higher, drier ground.
The municipality purchased this land in 1952, establishing it as a protected heritage site in 1977 to preserve its ecological and historical importance. This protected status has remained in place since its formal designation.
The forest serves as a place where visitors can observe how different tree species grow in their natural habitats, with species adapted to wet and dry conditions visible throughout. Local people value this green space as part of their neighborhood's identity and a place for direct contact with nature.
The forest has multiple entry points along Avenue Henri Liebrecht, Rue Bonaventure, and Avenue du Heymbosch, making it easy to reach from different directions. Wear sturdy shoes because the ground, especially in wetter areas, can be muddy and soft underfoot.
Some beech trees here are over 200 years old, creating a towering canopy above the forest floor. In May, wild garlic blooms cover the ground with white flowers, briefly transforming the woodland into a carpeted sea of white blossoms.
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