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Broek De Naeyer Nature Reserve
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Location: Willebroek, Mechelen, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium
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May 26, 2022
Hiking
Broek De Naeyer is a surprising natural gem with an industrial past.
The nature reserve consists of 66 hectares of forest, reed fields and open water. The first shallow ponds were created in the 18th century by peat extraction. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the De Naeyer paper factory constructed settling basins and discharged waste water into the Rupel via the factory course. In 2004, the factory closed its doors permanently and nature recovered at enormous speed. Now you can enjoy a rich flora and fauna.
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Best Hikes to Broek De Naeyer Nature Reserve
4.2
(42)
234
hikers
12.2km
03:05
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.7
(73)
320
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.3
(19)
143
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation -30Â m
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Location: Willebroek, Mechelen, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium