The Mechelse Heide is the perfect gateway to explore on foot. From mid-August to mid-September, the blooming heather transforms this landscape into a purple painting. Unlike at the other entrance gates, you will not find a visitor reception here. Nature speaks for itself!

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Didada

May 4, 2023

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Once you have managed the 10% incline, there is a great view of the Kikbeekbron at a rest area.

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Kusi

January 6, 2021

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Very well laid out bike paths in a great landscape.

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: Maasmechelen, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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