One of the less deep sunken roads in the area, but in a nice location between fields and orchards and with a bit of an increase for altimeter seekers.

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March 23, 2025

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A sunken road is a road that is so deeply worn that it lies between two slopes. It is the result of centuries of use and erosion. The most beautiful sunken roads can be found especially in hilly areas with a subsoil that easily forms steep walls, such as in Haspengouw and Hageland.

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October 10, 2025

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Old unpaved footpaths are still common in the agricultural area between Halen and Loksbergen. The road layout has changed relatively little between the 17th century and the present. East of …

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1. Play forest – Mieke Pruimemond loop from Sint-Jansberg

20.2km

05:18

160m

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

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2. Rotem Mill – Unpaved Country Lane loop from Kortenaken

16.3km

04:16

120m

130m

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

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3. Rotem Mill – Mieke Pruimemond loop from Halen

7.71km

01:59

30m

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

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Distance 1.20 km

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 20 m

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Friday 6 March

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

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Unpaved sunken lane along the Mettenberg

1. Play forest – Mieke Pruimemond loop from Sint-Jansberg

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