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Mushroom picking in Heverlee

Heverlee lies at about 31 m. Just over a quarter within 10 km is forest (29 %), mostly oak and pine. In the 2026 season, the most good days here were for Parasol Mushroom, Lurid Bolete and King Trumpet Mushroom. Today Wood Blewit leads with 22 %.

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Which mushrooms grow in Heverlee?

In the 2026 season our forecast showed the most good days in Heverlee for Parasol Mushroom, Lurid Bolete, King Trumpet Mushroom.

How much forest is there in Heverlee?

Within 10 km of Heverlee about 29 % of the land is forest.

When is mushroom season in Heverlee?

The main season is usually August to October; rain and warmth decide when it starts. The growth chance above shows today, the mushroom forecast the next 10 days.