Fietsen door de Heide: Cycling Through the Heathland
Cycle through the heart of Hoge Kempen National Park on a unique path with panoramic views from an iconic wooden bridge.
Experience a unique cycling adventure at 'Fietsen door de Heide' in the Hoge Kempen National Park. This 4-kilometer route features a 300-meter wooden bridge, offering panoramic views of the heathland and surrounding landscapes.
A brief summary to Fietsen door de Heide
- Weg naar Heiwick, Maasmechelen, 3630, BE
- +3289255060
- Visit website
Local tips
- Start your journey from one of the National Park's gateway entrance points like Lieteberg, Pietersheim, or Station As for easy access.
- Combine your visit with a hike in the Mechelse Heide, known for its extensive heathland.
- Visit during August and September when the heathland is in full bloom with vibrant purple colors.
Getting There
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Cycling
The 'Fietsen door de Heide' route is located between cycling junctions 550 and 551. You can access this route from various entrance points to the Hoge Kempen National Park, such as Station As, which offers parking and bicycle rental facilities. Follow the cycling route network signs to junctions 550 or 551 to find the 'Fietsen door de Heide' entrance.
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Public Transport
From the Maasmechelen Centrum bus station, you can take a local bus towards Weg naar Heiwick. Check local bus schedules for the most up-to-date information. From the 'Maasmechelen Werkhuizen Kroon Group' bus stop, it is approximately a 26-minute walk to Weg naar Heiwick. A single bus fare within Maasmechelen is approximately €3.
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Parking
If driving, parking is available at Station As, one of the gateway entrances to the National Park. From there, you can cycle to the 'Fietsen door de Heide' route. Parking fees may apply. Alternatively, there might be parking available along Weg naar Heiwick, but availability may be limited. Parking in Maasmechelen is regulated, with some areas offering free parking with a parking disc for a limited time (usually 2 hours) and other areas requiring payment (€1/hour).
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