KempenBroek
On the border of Belgian and Dutch Limburg and North Brabant lies the KempenBroek, recognized by UNESCO as a Human & Biosphere Area. It is a barely discovered cross-border area stretching across the municipalities of Bocholt, Bree, Kinrooi and Maaseik, Cranendonck, Weert and Nederweert. You will find hidden gems that may not immediately reveal their secrets, but are worth discovering. Surprising in their charm, secret and hidden. The area is so diverse that there is something for everyone, you will find untouched paths along mysterious marshes, stream valleys, moors and agricultural areas. You'll find as many as four quiet areas where you can still truly unwind. It then bustles with life by animals such as the beaver, the red deer, the tree frog, large grazers and lots of dragonfly species. Walkers, cyclists, horse riders, horsemen and mountain bikers can enjoy the landscape, nature and heritage such as the many windmills at their own pace via signposted routes. The area is brimming with delicious farm and regional products. Once a refuge for billygoat riders and smugglers, it is now a wonderful place to discover space and hear silence.
Did you know that few places in the Benelux have as many dragonflies as KempenBroek?
Via signposted routes you won't miss a thing and you will get to know “KempenBroek” in all his aspects.
Stramprooierbroek
This hiking area leads you through the heart of KempenBroek. Thanks to its abundance of water, the Stramprooierbroek has become the richest dragonfly habitat in the Benelux. Reason enough to put on your boots and discover the treasures of this area. Prick up your ears and listen to the silence.
Stramprooierbroek is one of the three areas of silence in Belgian Limburg.
Length of routes
From 3.3km to 10.4km
The Zig & Goort
This extremely attractive walking area with woods, meadows, fields and bogs has no less than 17 hectares of ponds with reed banks and marsh zones. From the bird-watching cabin, you can spy the rare water rail, bluethroat or grasshopper warbler.
Route length
From 2.5km to 8.2km