Vallei van de Bosbeek - green - 1,6 km
The Bosbeek, also known as the Oeterbeek, originates on the Kempens Plateau and reaches the Vlakte van Bocholt after a fairly significant descent. This short circular route takes you around the castle of Wurfeld, past the Wurfeldermolen, and along the Bosbeek.
Extensive description CloseYou cross the Bosbeek twice, which in Wurfeld forms the natural boundary between two contrasting landscapes. In the Tösch, you are surprised by a small-scale wilderness in a marshy environment with broekbossen, ponds, rough grasslands, and thickets. To the north of the winding Bosbeek lies the Langeren area. Here, fields and meadows mainly define the view. You will find a treasure of kleine landschapselementen such as hedgerows and wooded edges over 100 years old. Along this stream, there are still many watermills, such as the Klaaskensmolen in Neeroeteren, the last working saw watermill in Flanders, and the Wurfeldermolen in Wurfeld.
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Bosbeek Valley - Starting Point Castle of Wurfeld
Kapelweg 60 , 3680 Maaseik
Practical info
Child-friendly
Strollers
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- 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 way
