Along the border between the Netherlands and Belgium – the Grenslandpad
Hiking Collection by Klaske Schep
19
days
3-6 h
/ day
233 mi
2,900 ft
2,825 ft
The Grenslandpad is a long-distance hiking trail along the border between the Netherlands and Belgium that regularly hops between the two countries. Whether you plan to walk the entire path from Sluis to Thorn or explore a few stages, it’s an unforgettable experience.
Along the way, you’ll experience the many differences between both countries. From the straight lines of the Netherlands to the crooked gardens of Belgium; the meandering creeks of Zeeuws-Vlaanderen to the vast mudflats in Zuid-Beveland – the ever-changing landscape is full of surprises.
After a challenging and inspiring walk, you’ll eventually reach the picturesque village of Thorn. With its distinctive white houses and charming streets, Thorn offers a unique finish to an epic Tour.
What makes this borderland trail so unique is the diversity of landscapes it traverses. You’ll walk past meandering rivers, forests and idyllic lakes, as well as historical treasures like castles, abbeys and chapels.
Finally, remember to respect nature and the environment in which you walk. Observe the rules and take your rubbish with you. This way, we all help preserve this beautiful landscape for future hikers.
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Last updated: October 26, 2023
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Tours
- 04:1010.2 mi2.5 mph100 ft100 ftFerryIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
Are you ready to discover the varied border area between the Netherlands and Belgium?
The very first stage of the Grenslandpad is over 16 kilometers long. This walk takes you on an adventure through beautiful landscapes, historic sights and the quiet polder region.
You start your walk in the charming town…
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- 03:278.49 mi2.5 mph75 ft75 ftFerryIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
This second stage of the Grenslandpad takes you on an adventure through our watery history!
This route from Eede to the N456 stretches over more than 13 kilometers. Eede is best reached by public transport by taking the bus from Terneuzen, with a change in Oostburg.
As you walk through this area, you will…
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- 06:3016.0 mi2.5 mph125 ft125 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Are you ready for an adventurous hike? The third stage of the Grenslandpad, from N456 to the Westerscheldetunnel in Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, is waiting for you. With a length of more than 25.5 kilometers, this route offers you the opportunity to enjoy a unique landscape.
The starting point of this stage is…
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- 05:1913.1 mi2.5 mph75 ft75 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
History, waterfowl, charming villages… Are you ready for the fourth stage of the Grenslandpad? This walk, from the Westerscheldetunnel in Zuid-Beveland to 's-Gravenpolder, is 21.1 kilometers long. The route takes you past beautiful places and introduces you to the rich history and natural beauty of Zeeland…
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- 05:1112.8 mi2.5 mph100 ft100 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
View over the Western Scheldt, historic windmills, old locks - they are waiting for you!
Stage 5 of the Grenslandpad takes you from 's-Gravenpolder to Waarde. It is a beautiful walk full of natural beauty and historical highlights. This 20.5 kilometer route takes you on a journey of discovery along the…
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- 06:0014.8 mi2.5 mph75 ft75 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Are you ready for the sixth stage of the Grenslandpad? This 23.9 kilometer walk takes you from Waarde to the N289 and offers a wonderful walking experience. The route takes you through the narrowest part of Zuid-Beveland, from the Westerschelde to the Oosterschelde.
Do you want to travel to the starting…
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- 03:348.71 mi2.4 mph150 ft100 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The seventh stage of the Grenslandpad brings new landscapes and highlights. This stage takes you from the N289 (P-21992) to the Wouwse Plantage and has a distance of 14 kilometers.
Do you want to travel to the starting point by public transport? Then take bus 106 from Bergen op Zoom station and get off…
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- 04:4411.6 mi2.5 mph125 ft125 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Get ready to swing between the Netherlands and Belgium with this hike! This eighth stage takes you from Wouwse Plantage to Achtmaal and covers a distance of 18.7 kilometres. Prepare yourself for a day full of variety, beautiful nature and interesting highlights.
Are you traveling to Wouwse Plantage by…
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- 05:0612.4 mi2.4 mph200 ft200 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Ready for a new adventurous stage of the Grenslandpad? During this ninth stage you walk from Achtmaal to Rijsbergen, a distance of 20 kilometers. You can prepare yourself for beautiful nature, quiet border regions and historical highlights.
Are you traveling to Achtmaal by public transport? From Roosendaal…
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- 04:4411.6 mi2.4 mph150 ft150 ftFerryIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The Tour includes a crossing by ferry.
Ready to complete a varied stage of the Grenslandpad? During this tenth stage you walk from Rijsbergen to N639, a distance of 18.7 kilometers. Be surprised by impressive connecting links between the Netherlands and Belgium, beautiful nature and cultural highlights.
Are you going to Rijsbergen by public…
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- 05:1412.7 mi2.4 mph250 ft200 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Dense forests and stately avenues characterize this eleventh stage of the Grenslandpad.
This time you walk from N639 to Alphen, a distance of 20.5 kilometers. You walk through dense forests with a rich history.
Do you want to travel to the starting point by public transport? From Breda station, take bus…
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- 05:1512.8 mi2.4 mph200 ft175 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Birds, fens and burial mounds: are you ready?
Then prepare yourself for the twelfth stage of the Grenslandpad! This time you walk in 20.6 kilometers from Alphen to the Roovertse Baan. A beautiful route along the brooks Leij, Poppelsche Leij and Rovertsche Leij, which carry the water from the higher south…
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- 05:2513.2 mi2.4 mph225 ft225 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Does your heart beat faster from forest fens and shifting dunes? Then hike the thirteenth stage of the Grenslandpad!
This time you walk from the Roovertsebaan to Reusel and cover a distance of 21.3 kilometers.
Do you want to travel to the Roovertsebaan by public transport? From Tilburg station you can…
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- 06:2915.8 mi2.4 mph275 ft250 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Are you ready for a journey through our history? The fourteenth stage of the Grenslandpad takes you from Reusel to Witrijt. The walk covers 25.5 kilometres: a good condition is therefore certainly required.
Are you traveling to the starting point by public transport? From Eindhoven station you can take…
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- 04:2510.8 mi2.4 mph150 ft200 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Do you feel like art, heathland and culture? Then get ready for the fifteenth stage of the Grenslandpad.
This time you walk from Witrijt to Broekhoven and cover a distance of 17.4 kilometers. Along the way you will come across interesting places that you should not miss.
Are you traveling to Witrijt by…
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- 04:3811.3 mi2.4 mph200 ft200 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
A walk through the green, interspersed with a beautiful chapel and many shimmering forest fens: who wouldn't want that?
That's what stage sixteen of the Grenslandpad brings you all. You walk 18.2 kilometers from Broekhoven to Schaft.
Do you want to travel to Broekhoven by public transport? From Eindhoven…
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- 03:147.89 mi2.4 mph125 ft125 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Welcome to the seventeenth stage of the Grenslandpad: a 12.7 kilometer walk from Schaft to Hamont.
Do you want to travel to Schaft by public transport? From Eindhoven station, take bus 317 to Valkenswaard, where you change to bus 276. Get off at the Dorpsstraat stop in Schaft.
This route will take you…
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- 06:4516.5 mi2.5 mph200 ft200 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Traces of history in nature: can you find them all?
Welcome to the eighteenth stage of the Grenslandpad, from Hamont to Stramproy.
Do you want to travel to Hamont by public transport? From Weert train station you can take bus 11 towards Eindhoven, and get off at the Vogelsplein stop. From there it is about…
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- 04:5512.1 mi2.5 mph125 ft150 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Welcome to the nineteenth and final stage of the Grenslandpad, from Stramproy to Thorn. This 19.4 kilometer walk takes you through various special places.
We start in Stramproy, where the famous singer Mary Servaes, better known as the Zangeres Zonder Naam, lived until her death.
Do you want to travel…
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Collection Stats
- Tours19
- Distance233 mi
- Duration95:04 h
- Elevation2,900 ft2,825 ft
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