Holven - 't Plat - green - 3,4 km
This short route leads through the Holvenbos. You hike through coniferous woodlands on former drifting dunes. Along the way, there are some adventurous play elements for the little ones among us.
Extensive description CloseLet yourself be enchanted by the short route through the Holvenbos! Hike through the beautiful coniferous woodlands on former drifting dunes and enjoy the playful elevation changes that make the trip extra fun. Along the way, you will encounter adventurous experience elements that are especially delightful for the little ones.
The hiking area Holven - 't Plat offers three unique routes, each with its own starting point.
- The green and orange hikes take you through dry coniferous woodlands on former drifting dunes and connect to Pijnven, one of the largest contiguous pine forests in Flanders.
- The yellow route takes you through the nature reserve 't Plat, managed by Natuurpunt, where wet and dry heathland alternate with thickets and swamp forests. A herd of sheep grazes here, and you will find a wealth of dragonflies and birds, making 't Plat a nature area of great value. It is also a paradise for amphibians and reptiles.
- The blue route is specially designed for the residents of the MS clinic and is fully accessible for wheelchair users and strollers. Along the way, there are various adapted experience elements. The prehistoric burial mounds along this route testify to the rich history of the area.
Discover a fascinating mix of nature, adventure, and history in Holven - 't Plat!
Distance
Average time
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Start points
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Holven - 't Plat - starting point Holheide
Heikapper 25 , 3900 Pelt
Practical info
Child-friendly
Strollers
Parking
Hospitality
- Beware of oak processionary caterpillars
- Picnic bench(es) available along the way