The National Park offers you support for planting woody plants

The Semois Valley National Park invites you to take part in a major woodland planting operation as part of its efforts to preserve our territory and the biodiversity it harbours. The action is completely paid for by the park and is open to everyone: private individuals, public authorities, farmers, businesses, etc.

Why plant woody plants?

The planting of trees and shrubs - hedges, riverbanks (the shrubs and trees that line our rivers), isolated trees, orchards, etc. - plays a crucial role in local biodiversity. - play a crucial role in local biodiversity. These schemes help to

• Improve water quality by filtering pollutants before they reach the watercourse.

• Protect flora and fauna, by providing natural habitats and corridors for many species.

• Combat soil erosion by stabilising banks and land.

Enhance the beauty and landscape diversity of our valley, a natural heritage that we must preserve for future generations.

What are the eligibility conditions?

To take part in this initiative, you need to meet the following criteria:

1. Location: You must be located within the Semois Valley National Park. Find out if your planting project is located within the perimeter concerned by browsing this map.

2. Long-term commitment: As the person responsible for the project, you will have to commit to maintaining the plantations and facilities created for at least 20 years. This commitment guarantees the sustainability of the actions and the continuity of the benefits for the ecosystem.

3. Native species: To benefit from our support and financial aid, you will need to select the species from the list proposed. Together, we will draw up the planting plan based on this list, taking into account the soil and climate conditions and the objectives.

   
   

How can you take part?

If you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to take part in the woodland planting scheme, simply contact us using our online form below.

Our team will support you throughout the process, from preparing your land to planting and, if necessary, protecting the plantations.

The main stages

Become a local player by joining us in this initiative. It's a real opportunity to strengthen the ecological resilience of our region!

Need more information?

Contact our project managers:

- For riverside planting, Quentin Dubois at the Semois-Chiers River Contract qdubois@semois-chiers.be +32 (0)487/34.05.92

- For all other planting (hedges, trees, orchards, etc.) Marina Rechul at the Semois Valley National Park - m.rechul@pndg.be +32 (0)499/70.96.02