These 10 routes are not to be missed

This hiking trail in the Loonse en Drunense Duinen runs from Natuurpoort Van Loon in Loon op Zand and leads you through a varied landscape of forest paths, heaths and vast sandy plains. De Loonse en Drunense Duinen, a nature reserve of over 3,500 hectares, has one of the largest areas of drifting sand in Western Europe. Thanks to the junction network, you can easily follow the route, but a trip to the huge sand plains is definitely worthwhile to complete your experience. Every season offers a new, surprising experience in this dynamic nature reserve.

View walking route "Around the Dunes.

Hiking in Huis ter Heide is a must for nature lovers. This route takes you through the 650-acre estate, which consists of extensive forests, fens and agricultural plots. Follow the node numbers on the posts to easily follow the route. Along the way, you'll pass the white hunting lodge from 1864 that gave the estate its name. Enjoy the landscape and rich biodiversity, with plants and animals in abundance. With any luck, you'll even spot a herd of Scottish Highlanders on your walk.

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Walking in Vlijmens Ven is walking in a historic and swampy landscape. This nature reserve, part of a larger network with De Moerputten and the Bossche Broek, functions as a water storage area to prevent flooding in 's-Hertogenbosch. During your walk along the centuries-old Heidijk, constructed in 1359, you'll discover the rare blue grassland that has doubled in size here thanks to recent developments. This sparse, wet grassland is rich in plant species, and in spring the fields bloom colorfully.

This route can possibly be extended with the following route: The Moerputten.

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When you go hiking in the Moerputten near Den Bosch, you enter a rare low moor swamp, which is a unique landscape in the southern Netherlands. The most striking element is the old railroad bridge that crosses the swamp. Today, no trains run there anymore, but the 600-meter long restored Moerputtenbrug has become a beautiful walking trail. Walk across this iconic bridge and continue your way across the wooden marsh decking, where you'll feel like you're in a jungle. The nature of the Moerputten is a hidden gem.

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Go for peace and serenity with this walk along the Maas.During this route you will discover the Bergsche Maas, the Oude Maasje and the Hedikhuizense Maas. You walk through an agricultural landscape and pass traces of past struggles against water and victories over natural disasters. The highlight of the walk is the peace you experience. Far away from traffic and the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you walk in silence along footpaths through meadows, accompanied by the singing of birds in the sky.

View walking route "Ommetje Hedikhuizen

During your walk in Loon op Zand you will discover interesting facts about the rich history of the village via your smartphone. Loon op Zand, which already originated around the year 1100, began as the settlement Venloon in a then still wet area. With the app, you discover the historical stories while enjoying the surroundings. It makes your walk not only relaxing but also educational, giving you a deeper insight into the background of this charming Brabant village.

View 'walking in historic Loon op Zand'

With this city walk you'll walk the fortifications in Heusden. Let yourself be taken through the history of this picturesque fortified town. With the route booklet "Walking in Heusden," available at the Heusden Tourist Information Point (Pelsestraat 17), you will discover not one, but two beautiful routes. For a small fee, you get a city map with detailed descriptions and illustrations of the monuments and sights along the route. The walk takes you through downtown and across the historic fortifications. Please note that this route is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchair users and people with mobility problems. The builders of this type of medieval fortified town did not take this into account at the time.

View "City Walk Heusden.

Here we have to smuggle a bit ... because actually we're not tipping you off here to one route but several. At the Tourist Information Point in Kaatsheuvel (Primera), you will find a small booklet called '13 blokskes om'. This handy booklet offers short walking routes through Kaatsheuvel, Loon op Zand and De Moer, compiled by enthusiastic locals who want to share their favorite spots with you. Whether you choose one route or string several together, you will discover the most beautiful corners of the region. Get a copy soon and start your adventure in Kaatsheuvel.

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This walk in Waalwijk is unlike any other. For you walk it at night, when it is dark! A special experience, because the center lights up in a striking blue. This blue recalls the history of the shoe and leather industry in Waalwijk and De Langstraat. It is the color that animal hides get after treatment in a chrome bath. The walking route leads you past the stories of various historic buildings, which are illuminated in an atmospheric way.

View "Wet Blue route Waalwijk.

Fancy a challenge? Here in North Brabant you will find the Zuidwaterlinie: the oldest and longest waterline in the Netherlands. The 58.1-kilometer-long Zuiderwaterlinie Wandelpad can be walked in one day, if you hike vigorously. However, most people choose to divide it into two stages and we understand that. After all, you want to stop and enjoy the scenery once in a while!

Still prefer to walk the full route? Deep bow for you!

View full Zuiderwaterlinie Walking Trail

Stage 10 takes you from Waspik to Waalwijk, through the beautiful Western Langstraat, a protected Natura-2000 area full of nature and cultural history.

View partial stage 10

Stage 11 continues the route from Waalwijk to the Baardwijkse Overlaat, a 48-hectare nature reserve that once served as a water reservoir. You then walk along the Bergsche Maas to the historic fortified town of Heusden. The stage ends at the Engelermeer, where you will enjoy a varied nature area with duck decoys, marsh forests and open water. View stage 11 here.

View partial stage 11