Holven - 't Plat - orange - 5,9 km
Nationaal Park Bosland
During this woodland hike through the Holven, you will discover how the wind here - before the planting of the pine woodlands - blew the open sand into high dunes. The elevation differences make this hike extra enjoyable.
Extensive description CloseAfter your hike through the Holven, carefully cross the N715 and enter a pine woodland where you can still clearly see the traces of the wind in the form of tall dunes.
The hiking area Holven - 't Plat consists of three parts, each with its own starting point.
- The green and orange hikes take you through dry pine woods on former drifting dunes and connect to Pijnven, one of the largest contiguous pine woodlands in Flanders.
- The yellow route lets you discover the nature reserve 't Plat managed by Natuurpunt, where wet and dry heathland alternate with thickets and wet woodland, creating an extremely varied landscape. A flock of sheep grazes here, and you can find more than 17 species of dragonflies and about 45 different breeding 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 adapted for wheelchair users and hiking 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.
Experience the diverse nature and history of Holven - 't Plat and enjoy a day full of adventure and discovery!
5.9
km
Distance
1 hours 29 min
Average time
39
m
Ascent
Start points
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Holven - 't Plat - starting point Holheide
Heikapper 25 , 3900 Pelt
Practical info
Child-friendly
Parking
Hospitality
- Beware of oak processionary caterpillars
- Picnic bench(es) available along the way