Duinengordel - purple - 12,6 km
This long hike introduces you to the Itterbeekvallei, the Baatsbeekvallei, and the Solterheide area where woodland and fields alternate.
Extensive description CloseIn the Hoge Kempen National Park, 10 walking routes have been awarded the European quality label Leading Quality Trail – Best of Europe, Day Walk, presented by the European Hiking Federation. These Top Trails meet strict quality requirements in terms of landscape variety, presence of natural and cultural values, signposting and infrastructure.
A good example of this is this walk, which takes you past historic water mills in the northern part. Thanks to the boardwalks, you can keep your feet dry in the wet areas. In the southern part of the walk, you will find yourself on the edge of the Kempen Plateau with its forests and meadows.
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Start points
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Duinengordel: starting point Orshof
Heymansweg 2 , 3670 Oudsbergen -
Duinengordel: starting point Opitter Village
Practical info
Child-friendly
Public transport
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Hospitality
- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after a wet period
- Risk of slipping: the trails, steep slopes, and stairways can be muddy and slippery.