Kelchterhoef - Ten Haagdoorn - yellow - 9,0 km
Get to know the wet swamp woodlands of Ten Haagdoorn and the transition between heathland and swamp. In Kelchterhoef, put your feet in the water on the holle-bollebrug.
Extensive description CloseKelchterhoef is the ideal hiking area for the whole family. You hike through centuries-old tree-lined avenues in a cozy park, along rustic ponds. You can rest in one of the old farmsteads. In Ten Haagdoorn, you then hike through mysterious swamp woodlands with enigmatic ponds...
On this somewhat longer route, you get to know the wet swamp woodlands of Ten Haagdoorn and the transition between heathland and swamp. You might even encounter the flock of sheep! In Kelchterhoef, get your feet wet on the holloway bridge. Bring your picnic and enjoy the view of the picnic island; you do have to take off your shoes to get there! This hiking route combines the best of the Kelchterhoef estate and Ten Haagdoorn: ponds, heathland, and woodlands – definitely worth it!
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Kelchterhoef - Ten Haagdoorn - starting point Abdijhoeve
Kelchterhoefstraat 7 , 3530 Houthalen-Helchteren
Practical info
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Hospitality
- Dog park
- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after wet periods
- Picnic bench(es) available along the route
- Camper parking at the starting point