Arboretum Kalmthout

#hellohalloween Ghostly Scent and Damp Earth (4/5 Stars) The air at Kalmthout on an October afternoon is the perfect scent of #hellohalloween: damp leaves, pine needles, and the deep, earthy smell of the forest preparing for winter. It's a "ghostly" scent of nature's decay that is intensely atmospheric. We followed the winding paths through the various tree collections, finally arriving at the famous witch hazels. Their name alone is enough to send a shiver down your spine in this late-autumn setting. The entire visit felt like a peaceful pilgrimage into the wilder, older side of Belgium. If you're tired of crowded city sights, this quiet, inexpensive nature escape offers maximum seasonal mood for minimal cost.