A 200 hectare Flemish nature reserve, which is particularly known for its abundance of birds. The nature reserve is the heart of the De Wijers landscape unit, which is the largest contiguous pond area in the Benelux countries.
Only an estimate, but there are probably 50, 60 or more ponds here.

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Location: Zonhoven, Hasselt, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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