Houthalen-Helchteren


Houthalen-Helchteren is located in the heart of Limburg and is part of pond area De Wijers. Here you cross heathland, forests, sand dunes, ponds and fens as far as the eye can see. The child-friendly nature reserves let you discover the area at a leisurely pace. Perfect for a fun trip with the whole family.


Things to do in Houthalen-Helchteren

The Kelchterhoef and Hengelhoef areas guarantee hours of fun for young and old. How about romping around in the playground or the natural play forest or splashing around in the swimming pool?

From the domains, you can set off on a tour through the pond landscape of De Wijers. Various signposted cycling and walking routes take you to the most beautiful corners of the land of 1001 ponds.

During the summer months it is great to chill out at De Plas van Kelchterhoef, a swimming pond with an extensive sandy beach. Adventurous birds venture into the water to sail, surf or dive.

At Ter Dolen Castle Brewery, medieval grandeur meets state-of-the-art brewing techniques. The result? Delicious, authentic Belgian Abbey beers. In a 45-minute guided tour, you will learn all about the brewing process and the history of the castle. And then it's time to taste: enjoy it on the terrace while the youngest ones romp around in the playground.

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