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+32 13 35 02 42 +32 13 67 38 44 gerhagen@tessenderlo.be www.tessenderlo.be/thema/2088/gerhagen

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Zavelberg 10, 3980 TESSENDERLO

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From mine shaft to the natural beauty

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horseback riding at Domein Panhof

Flowing hair between the flowing mane in the fields and forests of Limburg... if this sentence makes you daydream and make you want to make it reality, come and visit us for a pleasant ride or a real hike. We ride out every day, always in small groups, but only by appointment. Contact us via the site or by mail at www.domeinpanhof.be for more information.

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Kajak Maasland & Rafting

Fancy a relaxing day out? Come and enjoy the peace and the beautiful nature of the Limburg Meuse!
Rental of kajak, caneo or rafting. 9km route from Maasmechelen(Belgium). Daily open from 1 april until 31 oktober! reservations and info: www.kajakmaasland.be / info@kajakmaasland.be /

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Fly with professional drones

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Gallop through the woods knowing there's another wonderful vista waiting round the next bend to look forward to. Horses, heritage and countryside: the perfect combination. A rid in one of our horse-drawn carriages is real delight. Book you coach and coachman in advance at the Peer Tourist Centre.

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Burgemeesterspark

Burgemeesterspark (Mayor’s Park) is a green lung in the middle of town. Close to the Burgemeestershuis and Sint-Pietersbanden Church. This atmospheric city park with monumental trees and artful park residents, is Lommel’s chill out and picnic spot par excellence when the sun in shining.

Art and music are never far away in Burgemeesterspark. Designed by landscape architect Paul Deroose and it is inhabited by ‘De Buitenmens’. A statue by Henk Visch whose crazy posture captures the attention at once.

Tip: Burgemeesterspark is also the ideal spot to listen to the carillon concerts on Wednesday afternoons.

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Horse rides for small groups - Goolderheide

Goolderheide Holiday Park is surrounded by Kempish pine forests. An atmospheric starting point for a ride on horseback. Ride through forests, along fields and meadows and spend the night in a cabin, tent or other park accommodation. Or experience the Wild West feeling and take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage.

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Bike coach and guide

We coach and guide cyclists, E-bikers, MTB, e-MTB for all ages and all levels.
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Incentives MTB or e-MTB adapted to any level where the safety of the participants comes first. We always provide backup and assistance.

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Gnome walks

The gnome walks at manege Bosscherhof are fun for young and old alike! Is your son or daughter crazy about horses, but still too young to ride? Then the gnome walks are the solution!

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Negenoord Nature Reserve

"Negenoord-Kerkeweerd nature reserve (Dilsen-Stokkem) was once a gravel extraction site. Today, it is one of the many nature reserves being created along both the Belgian and Dutch sides of the Grensmaas. At the same time, a large cross-border 'Meuse Valley River Park' spanning over 2,500 hectares is being created, gravel is being extracted and more space is being provided for the river. This limits the risk of flooding.

In harmony with nature
The Negenoord-Kerkeweerd nature reserve is managed all year round using Konik ponies and Galloway cattle. They create a mosaic structure with open spaces, flower-rich brushwood and bushes. Recently, the beaver was also introduced to help out. Because of their grazing pattern and the supply of lime-rich gravel and seeds from the south, you find flowers and plants in Negenoord-Kerkeweerd that you will hardly find anywhere else in Limburg (except in the areas of the Meuse).
This floral paradise in turn benefits a great many butterflies and bees, such as the rare Andrena hattorfiana bee and the Queen of Spain fritillary.

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This unique hiking area recently acquired an observation tower.
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Educational apiary and allergy-friendly garden 'Op 't Sonnis' (K.I.E.B.S. vzw)

In the 'Op ’t Sonnis' apiary you can see both honey bees and wild bees at work.

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Zonhoven fish farms

"De Wijers is a real cultural landscape. By this we mean that throughout history, man has played a major role in shaping the landscape. There are indications that fish were farmed there from the early Middle Ages. Several brooks and streams carry the water from the higher Kempen plateau to the Demer, making the region ideal for the construction fish ponds.
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A 1.5 hour guided tour around the freshwater fish farm guarantees a dazzling introduction to the life in the water. The origin of fish farming, the construction of ponds, water purification, breeding and growing ponds, feeding fish and transport are just a few of the topics the guide touches upon. So be sure to take a look behind the scenes at one of the leading fish farms in the area, which exports its freshwater fish far and wide!

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Price: €2 per person - Free for children under 12 years

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360° viewpoint of the Haspengouw blossom

On the roof of assisted-living centre Orelia Puthof you will find a viewpoint overlooking Haspengouw.
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Dol-fijn outdoor playground

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Circuit Zolder: drive yourself with a motorcycle

Want to know and push the limits of your motorbike? Then Motorsportschool Zolder is the ideal place!
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Here too, there are 5 track sessions which are alternated with 3 theory sessions. At level 1+, the first 3 sessions are ridden WITH the instructor and the last 2 sessions WITHOUT the instructor... in other words, really free riding. The instructors will be available to all riders throughout the day.

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De Steenberg day beach

This beautiful sandy beach along Dalerweg in Geistingen is the place to be for sunbathers and lovers of water. Sunbathing, building sandcastles, eating ice cream, you name it, De Steenberg day beach delivers. We make sure a lifeguard is on hand when the sun comes out, so you can enjoy a wonderful day at the beach with complete peace of mind. An instant holiday feeling, that’s for sure!

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Multimovepad Kepkensberg

The hill is located between the hamlets of Genebos and Genendijk in the municipality of Ham. Despite its low height, the hill has some steep slopes. The hill has a base of iron sandstone. Kepkensberg is covered with forest and is accessible to hikers. The Ham hiking route network also traverses this area. In recent years, the municipality has regularly bought pieces of forest so that it can remain a protected piece of nature.

For years, children big and small have come to enjoy themselves there. Today, Kepkensberg is being put on the map more than ever with the addition of a brand new Multimove path. The signposted, adventure trail of just under 3 kilometres starts at the Scout classrooms in Bivakstraat. The hike starts immediately with a tough climb at the well-known little chapel. Along the way, you will discover challenging exercises for young and old. Moovie, the mascot of Multimove, challenges you to balance, throw aimed, jump ... but above all to move and have fun. Social workshop De Winning and the municipal services put their creativity to use. New playground equipment was purchased for a number of skills. There are also picnic and rest facilities along the way.

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Water Recreation

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Surfing, Stand Up Paddling (Sup), sailing, model sailing and diving
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The tree of Tjenne

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From the Tjenne tree you can enjoy a panoramic view of several villages in Heers, Sint-Truiden and Borgloon.

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Agility course for horse riders - obstacle course for riders

The two courses are located between junctions 63 and 64 of the Limburg equestrian network (in Reppel - Bocholt).
The obstacle course for riders is about 700 m long and contains 7 obstacles, eventing type. It is possible to walk with the horse along these obstacles.
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The total length of the course is 500 metres.
The width of the course varies, but it is certainly accessible to the usual carriages (also two-panelled).

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Adventure Parc

Do you like adventure? Enjoy a fun day out with your family, friends and workmates and go climbing in our Adventure Park Warredal. You will be supervised by our sports guide. Climb through nets, over rope bridges and keep your balance on numerous challenging elements.

Warredal's climbing park has five courses with different heights and levels of difficulty. So everyone can choose their own challenge. You will be properly secured at the start so you can start the course without any worries. Now you climb and scramble through nets, over rope bridges and brave numerous balancing elements. To finish, you can enjoy a breathtaking view from the 200-metre-long Zipline. Here you can experience the forest from a great height. The climbing park at Adventure Park Warredal is suitable for young and old.

For group bookings of more than 30 people, please send an e-mail to info@warredal.be.

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Great campingspot

Location: in the pine forest with 3 outdoor swimming pools, including 2 for the little ones and 1 bathing area with playground. Connection to cycle route network, equestrian tourism and various leisure options.

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Donkey experiences

At Kisserhoeve, we offer a variety of different donkey experiences in Kempen~Broek. Kempen~Broek is a veritable patchwork of different landscapes, where marshes feature alongside brook valleys, fens, woods, heath, meadows, pastures, fields and large-scale agricultural areas. In short, something for everyone, with water as the recurring theme.

Our experiences:

- Donkey walk
You’ll get to lead our easy-going donkeys on a walk. Once you arrive, you’ll be welcomed by our team, and given a 15-minute introductory session going over health and safety, and to pair you up with the perfect donkey for you! Then, it’s time to set off! You’ll walk alongside your donkey and lead them around rural roads and nature.
You'll receive a backpack with a snack for you and the donkeys!
You can choose two distances, 5 km and 6,5 km.

Happiness... is making memories together!

- Kisserweide experience (only in spring-summer)
For a few hours you will have our grassland: 'Kisserweide' with the donkeys. You can freely use the accommodation. Taking care of the donkeys, taking a walk. Playing with games from "the wooden cabin", relaxing in the sitting area with picnic table. You can choose whatever you want to do, there is no timetable for activities. Picnic is allowed. Hiking trails to use with the donkeys are available.

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Recreation park JOCOMO

Jocomo has a tavern, a swimming pool with terrace and pool bar, a children's pool, a natural playpond, a fishing pond, a tennis court, a petanque court, a tavern, a playground, play and sports grounds and hiker's huts.

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Playing orchard

A real educational play and meeting place. With picking sticks, you can pick organic fruit or taste from a hedge of berries (raspberries, currants, ...). There are wooden playgrounds and benches where you can have a picnic. Follow the winding path and learn more about local fruit and the habitats of various animal species.

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Farmers Golf at De Alpacaboerderij

Farmersgolf (Boerengolf in Dutch) is a game which you play in the pasture in between the alpaca's. With a special wooden golf club fixed with a club head in the shape of a wooden shoe, visitors may try to put the bright colored Farmersgolf™ ball in the holes around the pasture which are marked with numbered flags. Alpaca's inside the pasture form obstacles as you play in the same pasture as they are.

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Viewpoint Borlo

Make yourself comfortable at the covered picnic bench and look out over the rolling agricultural area of Mielen-Boven-Aalst and the villages of Muizen and Buvingen.

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Circuit Zolder: drive yourself

Skylimit Events is since many years a fixed partner of Circuit Zolder regarding affordable trackdays, driftschool and company events.

You can come to us for various things:

-Circuit Experience: beginners course in which driving and racing techniques are taught. The best way to actively participate in motor sports for the first time. Cars can be hired for this course.

- Open Circuit Days: The ideal and unique opportunity for individuals without a racing licence to drive on the track. Be quick, as places are limited.

- Free Driving: free driving sessions for people with track experience.

- Racing Experience: as a passenger in a Porsche or BMW alongside a professional pilot, you will experience the thrill of a lifetime.

- Racing School: we can guide you in the further development of your career. We can help you refine your techniques and make the right decisions.

- Drift School: The Skylimit Drift School has been running for 14 years, making us one of the founders of this new form of motorsport in Europe. Our drift school introduces you to drifting under the guidance of the best drifters in the Low Countries. This takes place in the paddock. Cars can be hired for this course.

- Company events: staff parties, teambuilding groups of 10 to 500 people: we work out a tailor-made programme.

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Foot and bicycle ferry Ophoven

Want to take a look across the border? The river Meuse is no obstacle for a cross-border bike tour.
The ferries ensure a smooth crossing. Cross the Meuse and take a look on the other side, a little further you cross the border again via another ferry.

The network of cycle routes in the Netherlands is slightly different to that in Belgium, but the routes dovetail perfectly with those in Belgian Limburg.

Berthing: at hotel/restaurant De Spaenjerd, Maasstraat 84, 3640 Kinrooi (Ophoven), bicycle junction 22

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Charter your own motoryacht in Belgium

Your boating holiday into the heart of Europe.
Benelux largest water-sports area "De Maasplassen" form an ideal starting point for your boating holiday in the heart of Europe. From here, you can discover historic towns in the Netherlands and Belgium, such as Roermond, Maastricht, Den Bosch, Liège, Namur, Dinant, and many more. Enjoy the wealth of our gastronomy and relish our rich culture.
Feast your eyes on our nature and wildlife while sailing through the rivers and canals of the Belgian Ardennes an the Dutch Biesbosch. Even Zeeland and Friesland are within easy boating reach. Rent your "own Linssen" at Aqua Libra Yachtcharter, in an all-inclusive formula.
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Family game ‘Knights wanted’

Jan van Pietersheim has spent his entire life protecting the history of the moated castle and his ancestors. But when Jan is no longer among us, all of the stories about the moated castle and its inhabitants will be lost! So, he’s looking for new Lords of Pietersheim! Explore the moated castle by carrying out the assignments in the booklet and get acquainted with the castle and its inhabitants. Only the best castle explorers will receive a personalised certificate from the Lords of Pietersheim!
Adventurous mums and dads can take their little ones on a treasure hunt. A brochure guides you to the most exciting spots in and around the moated castle. It’s a great way to discover the rich history of Pietersheim in a fun and playful way. Suitable for children ages 5 years and older.

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Covered wagon trips

If you want to let your feet rest for a while, you can go for a walk with the covered wagon at castle farm De Tornaco. Ronny likes to harness one of his Brabant draught horses for a ride in the area.
Guided walks are organised for 10 to 35 people , for groups, family excursions, team buildings...

Reservation is necessary.

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Exciting covered wagon tour in Bocholt

Enjoy an experience-packed covered wagon ride in Bocholt!
The route largely follows the paths of the horse and coach trails junction and driving route 'Equidroom' and takes you through the most beautiful forest paths to the open plains of fragrant fields and trees in full splendour. Every season is different and invites you to go for a ride.
Want to stop along the way? You can! Agree with the coachman where you want to enjoy a drink or ....

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Stopover Bocholt

In the extension of the Mortelweg in Kaulille, in the middle of the forest, you will find the resting place 't Zand (between node 66 and 29, close to node 29 of the Limburg Equestrian Network). It is an ideal resting place for riders, drivers and walkers. There are several binding posts, a paddock, picnic benches and a pump to give the horses a drink.

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Cycling and hiking through the National Park

The Hoge Kempen National Park and its surroundings are great for cycling and hiking: shady forests with occasional glimpses of heathland or along quiet towpaths. Moreover, many routes are completely car-free. The occasional incline is part of the deal, but you do get a nice view as a reward.

Thanks to the cycling route network, you can discover the Hoge Kempen National Park by bike. The handy junction system is very flexible; the blue signs are your guide along the way. Station As is located at junction 41 and is one of the most beautiful departure points for a visit to the Hoge Kempen National Park. Renting a bike is possible at Station As, don't forget to book it in advance.

The hiking area of As has more than 15 hiking loops, 3 of which start at Station As gateway. In the beautiful oak and birch forests, mixed deciduous forests, heathlands, gallery forests and natural wilderness, you can enjoy unique fauna and flora for hours.

Toegangspoort Mechelse Heide – Maasmechelen - Mechelse Heide

Entrance gate Mechelse Heide – Maasmechelen

The walking gate par excellence. Numerous routes lead the walker through the vast moors of the Hoge Kempen National Park. The heather is in full bloom from mid-August to mid-September. Some routes make you climb hard. The reward? Views as far as the Netherlands and in clear weather even as far as Germany and the High Fens. With the walking map you can easily combine routes or parts of walks. New: the Zandloperpad is a 1.5 km long, paved path that introduces you to the typical heath and dune landscape of the Hoge Kempen. Along the way you pass the characteristic biotopes of this landscape. The path is paved so that wheelchair users and young families with prams can also enjoy the beautiful landscape.

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Hike - B'Oscars

This new hike is suitable for children from 7 years of age and costs € 2.5.
The tour lasts 3.4 km; on the way you will be given various assignments.
Do you want to win a B'Oscar? Then don't hesitate and come discover this super fun hike. Buy your guide at the tourist office and start your hike at Station As.

Unfortunately this route is not suitable for wheelchairs or baby carriages.

Panoramapunt Mechelse Heide - Mechelse Heide

Panorama point Mechelse Heide

This is the highest point in the National Park. It is located 104 meters above sea level. You can see enormous views here as far as the Netherlands and in clear weather even as far as Germany and the High Fens!

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