Mombeekvallei - shortcut - brown - 1 km
Haspengouw
This shortcut runs through the deepest point of the valley and is not accessible during the winter months or after heavy rain.
Extensive description CloseThe Mombeek forms the winding border between Alken and Hasselt. At the deepest point of the valley, the old Mombeek flows parallel to its bigger brother. The wetter nature of this valley has traditionally made it difficult to access. Houses could not be built there, and modern agriculture also left the valley as it was. Today, it is a blue-green oasis in the fertile Haspengouw field and meadow landscape.
0.4
km
Distance
6 min
Average time
2
m
Ascent
Afbeelding
Start points
-
Mombeekvallei, starting point Alken center
Grootstraat , 3570 Alken -
Mombeekvallei, starting point Hasselt Muntelbeekstraat
Muntelbeekstraat 1 , 3500 Hasselt
Practical info
- Dog park
- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after wet periods
- Beware of oak processionary caterpillars
- Slip hazard: paths, steep slopes and stairways can be muddy and slippery.
- Picnic bench(es) available along the route
- Camper parking at the starting point
- Bivouac camping possible / bivouac area available
