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Picnic site Nieuwenhoven

Adventure and nature

Located between cycle junctions 147 and 150 and in hiking/forest estate Nieuwenhoven. Standard picnic benches at the playground.

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Hasseltsesteenweg z/n, 3800 SINT-TRUIDEN

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Evenementendomein Circuit Zolder - Contorletoren

Eventsite Circuit Zolder

Circuit Zolder: fun for the whole family!

This former Formula 1 circuit is the place to be if you want a day full of racing adventure. Explore the circuit with your own car or motorbike, come and do some evening cycling and skating, or come and try out the spectacular BMX track. Safety is very important to Circuit Zolder, which is why ProMove offers a wide range of courses to improve your driving skills in a fun way. The smaller speed demons have also been thought of: they can race with remote-controlled mini-cars or enjoy themselves on a race simulator. A big party for young and old! That is why Circuit Zolder welcomes more than 400,000 visitors each year.

Events planned for 2024:
UEC BMX Racing European Championship
New Race Festival
Historic Grand Prix
24 Hours of Zolder
Belgian Truck Grand Prix
American Festival NASCAR Finals
EV show

Picknickplaats Zepperen aan de Galgendriesbeek - picknickparel Zepperen

Picnic site Zepperen on the Galgendriesbeek

Located between cycle junction 171 and 149. Cosy picnic bench with small bicycle shed. Now you can also enjoy beautiful views at this picnic spot with 'Look at Haspengouw'.

Picknickplaats Kerkom - Picknickplaats Kerkom

Picnic site Kerkom

Located between cycle junctions 134 and 185 and on orange bulb (6.8 km) walk of Cicindria walking area. Standard picnic bench and a small picnic meadow. Follow the cycle route along Straeten towards the castle grounds of Truilingen.

Natuurgebied Gerheserheide Ham - Gerheserheide Ham

Nature reserve Gerheiserheide Ham

Anyone walking through this immense area will remember the image of sandy soil and pine forest-covered dunes, intersected by dirt roads. Gerheserheide has all the assets to keep not only hikers but also cyclists and horse riders busy for hours. The 7 km "Nightjar Trail" is an ideal way to explore the area.

De Zonhovense viskwekerijen - viskwekerij Vandeput

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.
The Zonhoven fish farms are proof of this. If you want to obtain an insight into the origins of the Zonhoven fish farms and how they operate, a visit is indispensable.

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!

Every second Saturday of the month from April to October, except in July, you can join a guided tour at 2 p.m. In July, there is a guided tour every Thursday at 2 p.m.

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

Natuurgebied Alserbos - Alserbos

Nature area 'Alserbos'

This area comprises 65 ha and has an elevation difference from north to south of 160 m. to 240 m. above sea level. On the steep, western slope you can find an oak-birch forest with a variation of oak, lime, ash, bilberry and beech. The Alserbos is one of the rare places in the Voer-region where heather, gorse, pennyroyal and woody chamois feel particularly at home. Even the badger feels at home here and has an ideal living and foraging area. Part of the nature reserve has been opened up as a "play forest". Starting point: Bauwerd, 3792 Sint-Pieters-Voeren

Speel- en sportbos - Speelbos

Play and sports forest

Especially for the little ones, there is a play forest equipped with several large play equipment. Slides and climbing equipment guarantee hours of fun in a wooded environment.

In the sports forest you can use the fit-o-meter. You always walk in the greenery and on a surface of coconut shavings. A beautiful, relaxing route where you can hear the birds singing and if you are lucky; see the deer crossing.

You will find the play and sports forest when you climb the steps of the geological wall, right by the sports hall.

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!

Het Beestige Multimovepad - Het Beestige Multimovepad

Het Beestige Multimovepad

Have fun!
Come discover the multi-move path with the kids in the Kelchterhoef domain. An active experience path through the forest and over water with fun play elements.
Along the path there are natural obstacles and wooden constructions that challenge children to play on them.

There are a total of 12 movement skills on the 2.5-kilometer-long trail.
A large hanging net invites children to romp to their heart's content.
There are climbing and stepping poles, a balance beam, ducking rack, xylophone, hollow convex bridge, water pump, wobble bridge, etc.
On all these devices children can climb, jump, land, hit, slide, pull and push, walk and run.

Tai Chi & Relaxation in Nature - Voeren - Tai Chi in Voeren met Gert Clerckx.

Tai Chi & Relaxation in Nature - Voeren

In a world that is often hectic and demanding, Tai Chi in Nature, Voeren offers an oasis of tranquillity, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find inner peace.

Situated between the land of Herve, the Dutch Heuvelland and the Liège Meuse valley, Voeren can safely be compared to a piece of Flemish abroad.
The Tai Chi in Nature day, under the guidance of Gert Clerckx, takes place in the Altenbroek, a piece of natural beauty that can unblushingly call itself a mini-Voeren.

During a Tai Chi in Nature day, you explore the undisturbed Voeren nature and Gert turns it into a real experience for the senses: become aware of the sounds of the woods and streams, experience silence, taste what the landscape produces. And all this combined with calming relaxation exercises and Tai Chi.
The Tai Chi excercises will be made extra accessible during this day. As a participant, you do not need any Tai Chi experience. Breakfast, lunch and delicious après Chi will be provided for each participant.

The Tai Chi in Nature days can be completely tailored to your wishes. Would you like to treat your colleagues or friends to a moment of relaxation? Then you can also organise a Tai Chi in Nature day as a teambuilding or workshop. A Tai Chi in Nature day can be organised for a minimum of 4 people.

Fiets- en Vespaverhuur Maro - Vespa

Bike and vespa Rental Maro

Bike and Vespa rental Maro has been known for years for its excellent equipment and downright great service. As one of the pioneers in the bicycle and Vespa rental business, they offer you many possibilities. You get a pleasantly fair price on top of it.

Tai Chi & Relaxation - Schulensmeer - tai chi in nature

Tai Chi in Nature, Schulensmeer (Linkhout)

In a world that is often hectic and demanding, Tai Chi in Nature, Schulensmeer offers an oasis of tranquility, where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and find inner peace.

Tai Chi Relaxation is a recognized product of De Wijers. Gert Clerckx as host takes you on an exploration through nature with a focus on relaxation, meditation and Tai Chi.

The Schulensmeer in Linkhout is located in the Wijers, " the land of 1001 ponds", the habitat of many rare plants and animals. During our tai chi in nature day we learn to stand like a bittern , this bird has a yellow-brown plumage with dark spots and stripes and a black crown, if we can perform the movements fluently we might spot one.

Kasteeldomein Nieuwenhoven - Kasteel Nieuwenhoven

Castle domain Nieuwenhoven

Set in an 18th-century park, the castle is mentioned in chronicles as early as the 13th century as the summer residence of Sint-Truiden abbey. There are regular exhibitions, guided visits and fascinating workshops. If you want to turn your life around and explore your possibilities, then Nieuwenhoven Castle is the place to do so.

Uitzichtpunt over Zepperen en Sint-Truiden, unieke picknickparel - Uitkijkpunt Zepperen

Viewpoint over Zepperen and Sint-Truiden, unique picnic pear

Between nodes 171 and 149 of the cycle route network, you will enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of Zepperen's orchards and its picturesque village centre.

Come and enjoy "Look at Sint-Truiden and Haspengouw". With panorama boards and panoramic viewpoints, more information on the impressive landscape, heritage, local producers and tourist attractions is provided at the highest vantage points of the town and its surroundings.

Locations:
Abbey tower, Diesterstraat 1, Sint-Truiden, node 135.
Viersprong Nieuwenhoven, Engelbamp, Nieuwerkerken, node 150.
Honsberg Zepperen, Kerselaarstraat, between node 171 and 149.
Panorama basin Roman road, Velm, between nodes 185 and 186.
Viewpoint Helsh(ea)ven, Helshoven, at node 169.

Natuurgebied Negenoord - wandelgebied Negenoord-Kerkeweerd met uitkijktoren.

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.

Observation tower Negenoord
This unique hiking area recently acquired an observation tower.
The tower was built in the middle of the area, on a mound at the highest point. The loam tower occupies a spot in the centre of the hiking area and offers visitors a wonderful view of the Meuse Valley River Park. Only natural materials such as clay, sand and Meuse gravel were used, all in the right proportions.

Roving adventurers
Because Negenoord-Kerkeweerd is so vast, you can roam around the ‘struin’ zone (area where visitors are allowed to roam freely). There are no paths, but you can follow those made by the Konik ponies or Galloway cattle and pretend you are in the middle of nowhere.
To guarantee the large grazers and other wildlife in the area are not disturbed, we do ask that you do not take dogs into the ’struin’ zone. Dogs are welcome on the footpaths in other parts of the hiking area."

Kabouterwandelingen - Kabouterwandeling

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!

Children aged 4 and over are accompanied by their parents on a horse or pony. First, you can take the horse or pony out of the stable and brush and saddle it together. After this, we will make a nice walk in the woods together! These walks depend on the weather.

Luieren in een hangmat aan de Luysmolen in Bocholt - Hangmatten

Relaxing in a hammock near a mill

Along the Abeek near the Luysmolen in Bocholt, a picnic area with hammocks was set up where it is nice to stay and relax. There are 6 hammocks available for loan at the Luysmolen for € 3 each for 2 hours.

Wandeling 'B'Oscars' - Speelbos

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.

Voetgolf van GOaLF-land Eksel - een hole

"Voetgolf" (footgolf) | GOalF-land Eksel

"Voetgolf" or footgolf is a combination off soccer and golf! You play the game with a soccer ball, there are 15 holes on an area off not less than 2ha. You kick the ball from the kick-off mat to the hole in as less kicks as possible.

It is definitely an activity for the whole family, there are plenty "luck"-factors which makes that it is not sure that the best soccer player will win.

Who do you challenge?

De Geheime Code van Trudo - trudo

Trudo’s Secret Code

Saint Trudo has hidden a treasure chest in the city. Take this treasure map and go on an adventure! You’ll find small boxes along the way. Collect all nine puzzle pieces, solve the riddles and crack the secret code of Trudo’s treasure chest.

Treasure map available at Tourism
Price: 1 euro per child Available daily during Tourism opening hours.
Age: from 8 years (with a little help also nice for younger children)

Picknickplaats Cicindriavallei - Picknickplaats Cicindria

Cicindria Valley picnic site

Located between cycle junctions 185 and 184 and on orange bulb walk (6.8 km) of Cicindria walking area. Standard picnic bench and a large picnic meadow.

Over ridders, jonkvrouwen, heksen en een troubadour - Stadhuis Borgloon

About knights, damsels, witches and a troubadour

The brave counts of Loon, a poison murder, a mystic, a hermitess and a troubadour are protagonists in this storytelling walk about daily life in medieval Borgloon.
Fun facts about the use of herbs and plants in the Middle Ages complete the story and the experience.

Bijenhal 't Zoemhuukske - 't Zoemhuukske

't Zoemhuuske

Why do bees buzz?
How many bee species are there?
Is there such a thing as a bee king?

Bee-keepers introduce you to the wonderful world of bees in the Zoemhuuske bee hall.

Wandelen en handelen in Bocholt - Kinderwandelingen

Walking and acting in Bocholt

Enjoy an experiential walking route with do-it-yourself assignments for children. There is a walk in Kaulille and one in Bocholt.

Auto- en Motorroutes Voerstreek & Euregio - autoroutes

Car and motorcycle routes Voer Region

For years the Voer-region has been known as the pre-eminent walking and cycling paradise. But of course you can also tour the region by car or motorcycle. The fauna and flora typical of the region, the undulating landscape and wide valleys, the many (standard) orchards, fields and vineyards, the many castles, picturesque church villages with beautiful square farms and historic buildings, ... all this you will encounter on the road.

Hemelspark - 1

Hemelspark

Between the trees and ponds in the Hemelspark you can play, have a picnic or just enjoy yourself. Playing in nature, climbing trees, building huts, playing with water, it is a place where children can enjoy themselves and where they can discover nature in a playful way. The Hemelspark is designed to suit the whole family. It is an ideal place to enjoy "nature" during an afternoon. Benches and tables invite you to picnic.

The Hidden Beauty Bellevuebos walk connects nicely with the Hemelspark. The Bellevue forest is one of the largest forests in Haspengouw, which you can explore with mapped out routes. You get to know the typical landscape of Haspengouw and the habitat of many animals. Who knows, you might come across a badger on your way...

Huifkartocht Borgloon - Huifkartocht Kasteelhoeve De Tornaco

Covered wagon trip Borgloon

Want to give your feet a rest? Then you can go to the castle farm De Tornaco in Borgloon for a walk in a covered wagon.

Ronny likes to harness one of his Brabant draught horses for a trip in the surrounding area.

You can also go there for guided walks. Organised for 10 to 35 people for groups, family outings, teambuilding and much more.

Booking is compulsory.

Fietsen en wandelen door het Nationaal Park - Fietsen

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.

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.

Monumentenautoroutes Voerstreek - Monumentenkaart

Monument car routes Voeren

Voeren is one big monument park with more than 120 listed castles, churches, half-timbered houses, burial crosses, chapels, village pumps, etc. Two mapped out car routes of about 35 km take you along the most beautiful monuments of this region. The route is not signposted but there is a map with an information booklet. In it you will find explanations and photos of each monument.

Picknicken @ Houthalen-Helchteren - picknicken@Kelchterhoef

Picknicken @ Houthalen-Helchteren

What could be more blissful than a beautiful spot, a lovely sun and a picnic basket filled with goodies to be enjoyed with family and friends?
In Houthalen-Helchteren there are numerous breathtaking picnic spots! Discover them during your walking or biking tour.

To order picnic baskets, please visit:
* De bosberg T. +32 89 38 38 83 - debosberg@gezinsbond.be
* La Reine Sucrée T: +32 477 63 67 19 - reine.zwakhoven@telenet.be

De Watering natuurgebied - De Watering

Watering

Nature Reserve De Watering grew out of a spectacular irrigation system from the 19th century. The irrigation system is still intact! The Watering House is the ideal starting point for your walk.

De Sink of knoteik - Grafitti muur

The Sink or knot oak

In recent years, several experiments took place in Meulenberg with the motto "upcycling Meulenberg. Bringing art and color into the neighborhood
was central. This created a dynamic of involved
residents who are committed to their neighborhood and neglected areas
got a positive destination.
The many positive reactions made the neighborhood dream of an artistic eye-catcher for Meulenberg. The idea of creating a large steel artwork grew and placing it on a traffic circle on an important approach road to the neighborhood. It became a symbolic tree, the Sink or knot oak. It is seen as a life path to the future, where some people are still at the foot of the adventure and others are already fully climbing. In the future, new trainees will add more branches to the tree.

Orshof paardenbeleving - orshof4

Orshof horse experience

Orshof horse experience
For rider and horse, the Orshof is heaven on earth. We have everything on offer for a fantastic horse experience.

Recognised starting point
Orshof is a recognised starting point for the Limburg equestrian and driving route network. It is located between junctions 10 and 52.

From here, you can take wonderful rides in a beautiful natural area. The equestrian route network guides you from one junction to the next via brown signs. You can trot for hours over sandy soils and country dunes, through heathlands and pine forests. The ford is a challenge for every rider and driver.

650 km of mostly unpaved bridle paths, together form a well-maintained bridle and men's route network. So here you can spend hours with your four-legged friend.

The "Limburg 2023-2024 horseriding map" is available at reception free of charge.

Accommodation
The accommodation has 27 simple, cosy rooms. You can book a room with breakfast or choose from our packages. We are happy to help groups with a fun tailor-made programme. Take a look at https://www.orshof.be/overnachten/hotelarrangementen

Horse boxes
Your horse can also spend the night at Orshof in one of the 32 boxes.
Price per horse: € 25,- with straw and hay, without feed
- per extra night: € 10,-
Reservations can be made via info@orshof.be.

Discover all the possibilities of the Orshof
The Orshof not only has an interesting offer for riders and drivers.
Also for other activities such as:
- culinary enjoyment
- cycling
- meeting
- walking
- mountain biking
- nature walks
- ....
Can you always come to us. See the complete offer at www.orshof.be/doen

The entire Orshof team is happy to welcome you!

Uitzichtspunt Borlo - Picknicktafel

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.

Passantenhaven Kanaalkom - Aanlegsteiger kanaalkom Bree

Harbor De Kieper

Bree has two beautifully located docks (Bree and Tongerlo). From here you can easily reach the center of Tongerlo on foot or by bicycle. Near the dock is a restaurant.

360° uitkijken over Haspengouwse natuur - Uitkijkpunt

360° view over Haspengouw's nature

On top of the roof of the residential care campus Orelia Puthof, you will find a viewpoint over Haspengouw.

On one side you have a view of the town of Borgloon, on the other side you can see the church of Kuttekoven and the chimney of the Fruit Experience Centre de Stroopfabriek, while on the other side you can see the mine tracks in Genk.

Wherever you look, the views are breathtaking!

Cyclists and walkers who pass the residential care centre along the route network can also take a look before they get ready for a snack and drink in the cafeteria.

The viewpoint can be entered free of charge.

TODI by Sportoase - TODI duikers

TODI

TODI, that's EXPERIENCE for young and old!
We offer various underwater sports and events throughout the year for all occasions. You can dive, freedive and snorkel with us among 5,000 tropical freshwater fish. You can take initiations and training courses at our Academy. You can dine gastronomically in our cozy brasserie and you can join us for fun events or original teambuildings.

Speelbos Nieuwenhoven - speelbos nieuwenhoven

Play forest Nieuwenhoven

Come discover the play forest and let your imagination run wild! Here children can romp around in complete freedom. Build a knight's castle or an Indian tentipi with dead branches, hide behind the stately trees or make your own totem pole.... Here you can be inspired by the silence of nature and the "natural things" we often don't even notice in the forest any more. Experiencing nature as it used to be...

Passantenhaven Eisden - passantenhaven

Passantenhaven

Enjoy the beautiful panorama from the water and moor at fifty meters from Maasmechelen Village and the Hoge Kempen National Park.
Facilities
The power supply works via the Aan/Uit.net app. More information about this via https://aanuit.net/nl/
Price: €0.50/kWh
Extra: Don't forget to turn off the power in the Aan/Uit.net app when you leave.
Rules
From 01/04 to 30/09, the permitted length of stay is limited to a maximum of three consecutive nights with a minimum interval of fourteen days.
From 01/10 to 31/03, the permitted length of stay is a maximum of seven consecutive nights with a minimum interval of fourteen days.
Read the full police regulations here: 20130806_Politiereglement Passantenhaven.pdf

Autoveer Hoal Euver ll - Veerpont Hoal Euver II

Car ferry Hoal Euver ll

Want to take a look across the border? The Meuse is no obstacle for a cross-border bicycle tour.

Five ferries ensure a smooth and usually free crossing. Cross the Maas and take a look at the other side, a little further you cross the border via another ferry.

The cycle route network is a bit different, but the routes connect seamlessly with those in Belgian Limburg.

Landing place: Palmenhofweg, Molenveld, 3630 Maasmechelen (Meeswijk)

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