Best trails in Hoge Kempen National Park
Want to find the best trails in Hoge Kempen National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 152 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 49 easy hiking trails in Hoge Kempen National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 68 to 6,433 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Hoge Kempen National Park.
Top trails
1
(390)
•Moderate
•6.5 mi
•Est. 2h 43m
This circular hike takes hikers past the Connectera viewpoint in the Hoge Kempen National Park. The walk runs through the Terhills project where the Eisden coal mine was located until 1987. The walk goes around the large lake over the two mine elevations with beautiful views of the area. Parking is located at the start of the route.
2
(85)
•Moderate
•5.2 mi
•Est. 2h 5m
This varied walking route takes you around the Grote Plas and the Lanklaarderbos. The starting point of this route is easily accessible by car and public transport, and you can park here in the parking lot. You enjoy views over the water and other beautiful places to enjoy the soothing nature. You can also combine this route with a visit to Eisden-Tuinwijk.
3
(82)
•Moderate
•6.5 mi
•Est. 2h 34m
This walk takes you on a tour of the Mechelse Heide. The Mechelse Heide is one of the largest moorland areas in Flanders. It lies on the eastern edge of the Kempish plateau and is the ideal gateway to the Hoge Kempen National Park for experienced hikers. Here you will find a wide range of trails through forests, heathland and along abandoned quarries. There are undoubtedly some steep climbs, but they are invariably rewarded with beautiful views. Children can play to their heart's content on a...
4
(68)
•Moderate
•3.4 mi
•Est. 1h 22m
This shorter circular hike starts at the Salamander campsite in Maasmechelen and takes hikers through the Mechelse Heide nature reserve. There is a lot of elevation change along the way which makes it adventurous for children. Hikers can enjoy expansive views, beautiful forests and purple heather. The walk is marked with a blue symbol. Parking is located at the start of the route.
6
(45)
•Hard
•13.3 mi
•Est. 5h 20m
This route is very suitable for both hikers and mountain bikers, and starts in the village of Eisden-Tuinwijk. Then you will be taken through the wooded area via this beautiful route and then return to the starting point. This specific walking route is also recommended for walking in the beautiful nature of the province of Limburg.
7
(56)
•Moderate
•7.0 mi
•Est. 2h 45m
This hike runs through the Flemish Nature Reserve the Valley of the Ziepbeek in the Hoge Kempen National Park. The hike starts at the hotel Le Butte aux Bois in Lanaken. The route follows unpaved paths and footbridges through heathland and dense forests. Hikers can enjoy views of ponds and meadows. Parking is located near the hotel Le Butte aux Bois.
9
(50)
•Moderate
•7.9 mi
•Est. 3h 8m
This circular hike starts in Maasmechelen and takes hikers through the Flemish nature reserve the Mechelse Heide in the Hoge Kempen National Park. The walk follows beautifully maintained paths through forests and vast meadows. Along the way, the route passes some magnificent views. Parking is located at the start of the route.
10
(58)
•Moderate
•5.4 mi
•Est. 1h 58m
This hike goes around the Mechels Bos in the Hoge Kempen National Park. The Mechels Bos is located in the Mechelse Heide, one of the largest heathlands and most important nature reserves in Belgium. The trail passes through beautiful woods and heathland. Dogs are welcome on a leash. Parking is located at the start of the trail.
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Trail reviews for Hoge Kempen National Park
Beautiful walk through an untouched part of the Hoge Kempen National Park. Attention: a large part of this route runs along paths where you may not be allowed to go, walk at your own risk.
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Conditions: Overgrown
Oeleinderheide
First to review
The Hoge Kempen National Park is beautiful, but this is a rather boring hike. Good for training.
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Difficulty: Easy
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Hoge Kempen National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Hoge Kempen National Park is Connecterra Terhills, which has a 4.4 star rating from 390 reviews. This trail is 6.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 820 ft.
What is the longest trail in Hoge Kempen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Hoge Kempen National Park is Hoge Kempen Trail National Park. This trail is estimated to be 70.4 mi long.
How many trails are in Hoge Kempen National Park?
There are 152 trails in Hoge Kempen National Park. These trails have an average 4.1-star rating from 2,658 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Hoge Kempen National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Hoge Kempen National Park has you covered. Hoge Kempen Trail National Park boasts the most elevation gain with 6,433 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Hoge Kempen National Park, which will get you 4,265 ft of elevation gain.
Are there camping trails available in Hoge Kempen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 camping trail in Hoge Kempen National Park which is Oudsberg: Green Rectangle (short) with an average 3.0 star rating from 5 community reviews.
Are there running trails available in Hoge Kempen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 134 running trails in Hoge Kempen National Park and the most popular is Connecterra Terhills with an average 4.4 star rating from 390 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Hoge Kempen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 14 biking trails in Hoge Kempen National Park and the most popular is Mechelse Heide Blue Route with an average 4.1 star rating from 68 community reviews.
Activities
Suitability
Points of interest
- Tweelingsterril
- Hornszeevijver
- Vallei van de Ziepbeek
- Rest Heidemolen/Siepmolen
- Grote Plas
- Trekkershut Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen
- Ruïne machinegebouw
- Oudsberg
- Panoramapunt
- Rode Terril
- Stiltegebied Zwarteput
- Cycling through the Heathland
- Hesselsberg
- Ruïne paardenstal
- Panoramaheuvel
- Poortgebouw Waterburcht
- Kasteel Pietersheim
- Windelsteen
- Waterburcht Pietersheim
- Kruisven