Stevensweert-Roosteren - theme - 10,6 km
Via nodes, you can discover Stevensweert, Roosteren, and the area in between. The historic 'Cantelmo' shows how important the Maas was in various wars and battles. Only one cannonball away from Elen (Belgium).
Extensive description CloseThanks to the nodes, you can hike here for as short or as long as you want. Stevensweert is one of the most beautiful villages in the Netherlands, with a street pattern that refers to the Spanish occupation. Roosteren is a compact Maas village where you can find old farmsteads. The landscape in between lies along the Maas and is partly nature reserve and partly agricultural area. You can connect both villages by following the 'Soldatenpaadje.' This is a historic route that soldiers also took during the Eighty Years' War from their garrison in Stevensweert to Fort Cantelmo just above Roosteren.
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Start points
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Maasdal Hiking Route - starting point Roosterhoeve, Roosteren
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Molenplas Circuit - starting point Hompesche molen
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Soldiers' Path - starting point Sportlaan Stevensweert
Sportlaan , 6107CM Maasgouw
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- Dogs are welcome on a leash
- Keep a safe distance from the large herbivores
- 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
