Vallei van de Bosbeek - black - 4,5 km
The Bosbeek, also known as the Oeterbeek, originates on the Kempens Plateau and, after quite a significant drop, reaches the Vlakte van Bocholt. The black route is located in the Tösch and is actually the wheelchair-friendly alternative to the blue route.
Extensive description CloseIn Wurfeld, the Bosbeek forms the natural division between two contrasting landscapes. In the Tösch, there is a marshy environment with broekbos woodlands, ponds, rough grasslands, and shrubs. On the northern side of the winding Bosbeek lies the Langeren area. Here, fields and meadows mainly determine the view. You will find a wealth of small landscape features such as hedgerows and wooded edges over 100 years old. Along this stream, many watermills are still present, such as the Klaaskensmolen in Neeroeteren, the last still operational saw watermill in Flanders, and the Wurfeldermolen in Wurfeld.
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Start points
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Bosbeek Valley - Starting Point Castle of Wurfeld
Kapelweg 60 , 3680 Maaseik
Practical info
Wheelchairs
Child-friendly
Strollers
Public transport
Parking
Hospitality
- Sturdy shoes or boots recommended after a wet period
- Risk of slipping: the trails, steep slopes, and stairways can be muddy and slippery.
- Picnic bench(es) available along the route
