Speelbos 't Vossenhol: A Natural Playground in Bertem
Discover a natural adventure at Speelbos 't Vossenhol in Bertem: where kids' imaginations run wild in a unique woodland playground!
Speelbos 't Vossenhol is a unique playground located in the Eikenbos forest in Bertem, Belgium, offering children a natural and imaginative play experience. Instead of traditional playground equipment, kids can build huts, climb hills, explore tunnels, and enjoy the outdoors in this 5-hectare play area.
A brief summary to Speelbos 't Vossenhol
- Eikenbos Bertem, Bertem, 3060, BE
- +3216499772
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Wear appropriate footwear for woodland terrain, as the area can be muddy, especially after rain.
- Bring a picnic to enjoy at the designated picnic area, making the most of the natural surroundings.
- Combine your visit with a walk in the adjacent Bertembos and Eikenbos forests for a longer nature experience.
- Visit in the spring to see the forest floor covered in a beautiful carpet of wood anemones.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Leuven, take a De Lijn bus to Bertem Oud Station. Several bus lines serve this stop, including the 315, 316, 317, 318, 410 and 616. From Bertem Oud Station, it's approximately a 20-minute walk to Speelbos 't Vossenhol. Follow the Oude Tervuursebaan, Dreefstraat, and Koppelstraat to reach the playground. A single bus fare within Leuven costs around €3.
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Car
From the E40 Brussels-Liège highway, take the Bertem exit. Follow the signs towards Bertem. Limited parking is available near Speelbos 't Vossenhol. You can reach the parking via Meerbeeksesteenweg, Hulstbergstraat (Kortenberg-Meerbeek), and Heerbaan (Kortenberg-Meerbeek). There is also a small parking area with one disabled parking spot closer to the Speelbos. Parking is free.
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Walking
From the center of Bertem (e.g., Gemeenteplein), it's a pleasant 20-minute walk to Speelbos 't Vossenhol. Follow the Oude Tervuursebaan, Dreefstraat, and Koppelstraat. The route is well-signposted.
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