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In den Brand Sand Dunes

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In den Brand Sand Dunes

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In den Brand Sand Dunes

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Please check local regulations for: Nationaal Park Bosland

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Location: Hechtel-Eksel, Maaseik, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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1. Kamp van Beverlo – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

8.56km

02:11

20m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Wooden Snake Sculpture – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

4.85km

01:14

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Kamp van Beverlo – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

20.1km

05:05

40m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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December 24, 2022

The dunes of 'In den Brand' were created in the last ice age, 12,000 years ago when fierce north winds drove sand to the Kempen. Real inland dunes were created and because the wind had free play, these dunes shifted. When our climate warmed up, forests sprang up spontaneously. People felled these for fields and houses, leaving the sand exposed again. It was later decided to plant trees again because the sand even penetrated the houses. In addition, the planting of coniferous trees allowed firewood to be obtained, hence the name of the area. Source and more: star spot sign "In den Brand" at komoot.nl/highlight/5349380

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Ann

August 7, 2020

The sand is real beach sand, which used to be carried with the wind to this place. The trees ensure that the sand does not blow up again.

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An 🇧🇪

June 9, 2024

The dune area 'In den Brand' owes its name to the fact that people used to come here to get their firewood. At the entrance to In den Brand you will find a nice picnic spot with some giant insects in wood, great fun for the children. The dunes further away are unique 'land dunes', which can sometimes reach a height of 40 meters. So some serious calf-biters!

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Hechtel-Eksel, Maaseik, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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In den Brand Sand Dunes

1. Kamp van Beverlo – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

2. Wooden Snake Sculpture – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

3. Kamp van Beverlo – In den Brand Sand Dunes loop from Hechtel

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