Leut - blue - 5,0 km
The blue hiking loop is a short hike through the charming Maas village Leut and the adjacent castle park. You hike along the Maas and the Kraaienbosje.
Extensive description CloseThe hike shows you the variety of the landscape in this hiking area. You hike through the historic village center of the small village and feel like you are back in the Middle Ages in the courtyard of castle Vilain XIIII. Via the castle park, you reach the Maas and the nature reserve Mazenhoven. It's worth leaving the path here for a while to explore this beautiful piece of wild nature.
The Maas and the adjacent nature reserve Maesbempdergreend - Mazenhoven form the backbone of the hiking area. Castle Vilain XIIII with its extensive landscape park is the heart. Furthermore, you will find a wide variety of landscape features in this hiking area, such as hedges, old dike bodies, and orchards. The combination of nature and culture makes this hiking area a gem to explore on foot.
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Start points
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Leut - starting point Dorpsplein Leut (P13)
Sint-Pietersstraat , 3630 Maasmechelen
Practical info
Child-friendly
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- Dogs are welcome on a leash
- Sturdy shoes or boots are recommended, especially after periods of heavy rain
- Beware of ticks and processionary caterpillars
- Remember sunscreen and a hat during the summer months
- Picnic benches along the route
- Free water tap at the starting point
