Economic valuation of landslide damage in hilly regions: A case study from Flanders, Belgium

► Methodology to estimate damage caused by landslides in low-relief areas ► Assessment of societal benefits of a possible increase in biodiversity ► Quantitative input data for the estimation of future risks is provided. ► Landsliding is a continuously operating process with considerable economic damage. ► High damage due to construction of (railway) roads and houses in landslide areas