Herkenrode - yellow - 4,3 km

De Wijers
  • 2,6 km
  • 2,7 km
  • 6,7 km

On the yellow route, you’ll walk past fishing ponds, through fields, along the Zonderikbeek, the Demer, and Clausura—the restored, long-lost historic heart of the abbey.

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A journey through time, highlighted by the restored standard-tree orchards and the habitat of rare birds. Be sure to stop by the birdwatching hut and spot kingfishers, egrets, and other rare waterbirds. Or look for beaver tracks along the stream. Herkenrode brings history and nature together!

2.7 km

Distance

40 min

Average time

13 m

Ascent

Afbeelding
Zicht op het waterrad van de Tuiltermolen. Op het pad ervoor, lopen 2 wandelaars met hun hond.
Robin Reynders, Provincie Limburg
Clausura
Jan De Wilde

Start points

  • Herkenrode - starting point Abdijsite

    Herkenrodeabdij 4 , 3511 Hasselt
  • Herkenrode - starting point Zolderse Kiezel

    Zolderse Kiezel zn , 3511 Hasselt

Practical info

Bus

Public transport

parking

Parking

Horeca

Hospitality

  • A dog park is provided at the abbey next to parking 1
  • Near the gatehouse, you'll find the information center with tourist information


 

Nature partners

Hiking maps for this route

Regional map De Wijers

De Wijers

10,00 €