De Maten - red - 9,8 km
De Wijers
This route introduces you to the wonderfully beautiful natural area between Genk and Diepenbeek. You hike past the many ponds of the Maten all the way to the Diepenbekerbos.
Extensive description CloseIn de Maten you will find a piece of authentic pond landscape with beautiful ponds, connected by heads and tails. It is the ideal area for bird lovers, as the ponds are breeding grounds for many water and songbirds. The Augustijnenvijver is a resting place for countless birds during migration. This route connects Genk with Diepenbeek and guides you along the ponds of de Maten up to the Diepenbekerbos.
9.8
km
Distance
2 hours 27 min
Average time
30
m
Ascent
Afbeelding
Robin Reynders, Provincie Limburg
Start points
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De Maten - starting point Slagmolen
Slagmolenweg 76 , 3600 Genk -
De Maten - starting point Diepenbekerbos
Havenlaan 112 , 3590 Diepenbeek
Practical info
Public transport
Parking
Hospitality
- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after a wet period
