Oud-Rekem - red - 15,9 km
A sturdy hike takes you through the wide landscape between small Maas villages and along the Maas. In Herbricht, you admire the artwork 'Tree of Life'.
Extensive description CloseThe red hiking loop of the hiking area Oud-Rekem lets you enjoy the Maas villages Oud-Rekem, Boorsem, Kotem, and Uikhoven and takes you through the nature reserve de Oude Weerd, where Natuurpunt grazes with donkeys. You will also discover the hamlet Herbricht, which is slowly disappearing to make space for the Maas. Here you can also choose to hike along the river, through an area managed by Limburgs Landschap vzw. You will discover the artwork 'Tree of Life' there.
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Start points
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Oud-Rekem - starting point Dorpsplein Uikhoven (P17)
Paanhuisstraat , 3631 Maasmechelen -
Oud-Rekem - starting point Kanaalzone (P18)
Kanaal , 3621 Lanaken -
Oud-Rekem - starting point Colmonterveld (P19)
Colmonterveld , 3621 Lanaken
Practical info
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- Dogs are welcome on a leash. They are not allowed in the Hochterbampd nature reserve
- Keep a safe distance from the large herbivores
- Sturdy shoes or boots are recommended, especially after heavy rain periods
- Beware of ticks and oak processionary caterpillars
- Near a dog park
- Remember sunscreen and a hat during the summer months
- Picnic tables along the route