Boscafé het Hijgend Hert is a household name in the area. In the middle of the Vijlener Forests, it is said, this only mountain hut in the Netherlands. You can go here for excellent food, tasty (large) cakes & pies and an extensive beer list. Het Hijgend Hert is also part of Vijlenerberg Kroegjes Routes, a collection of walking routes through the beautiful hilly landscape of South Limburg in combination with delicious food and drinks. (To do!)

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Didada

October 2, 2025

Cycling

Open 365 days a year, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Very good food, very friendly service despite the busy times.

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Silke mit Yuna & Yomi

February 19, 2015

Hiking

Idyllically located in the middle of the forest, with a petting zoo, over 50 beers and (depending on the season) game dishes from the grill

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Elevation 310 m

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Monday 16 March

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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