The Galgenberg is a small nature reserve a stone's throw from the parking lot of the slag heap in Heusden-Zolder and neighboring Lindeman, one of the first garden districts in Limburg. It is a remnant of the old heathland with trees and was spared from allotment. If you are in the area you can always take a look at this piece of nature. It is still partly under development, but there are already more than 14 grasshopper species and there is enough heather and gorse to enjoy the splendor of colors in the spring. Two pools have also been created in the part under development so that different dragonfly species can go. Quote: "The Galgenberg nature reserve is located north of (and partly on) the former mining site of Heusden-Zolder. The Galgenberg owes its name to the former use to hang criminals in high places – so clearly visible! now no longer the case and you can enjoy the tree-rich heath landscape.
Along the edges of the nature reserve, native trees form a natural screen for the surrounding buildings. Once in the area you will discover a heath landscape in which open areas of heather and more closed areas with birch and pedunculate oaks alternate. No less than 14 different types of grasshoppers can be found in this small, but varied area! The moor butterfly and the rare red wood ant also like to stay there. The southern part is still in full development into an open, heath-like landscape. Two pools were constructed. They form an ideal habitat for various dragonfly species and the natterjack toad.
The Galgenberg nature reserve is part of the 'De Lindeman' dune complex and is protected as a landscape.
Fortunately, the area connects to the nearby former slag heap, which is managed by the Agency for Nature and Forest.
But the nearby business center is also working on its green image through an ecological layout with regional plants such as heather, gorse and open spaces with sandy soil."
The Galgenberg is located in the north of the municipality of Heusden-Zolder between the Lindeman district and the former site of the Zolder coal mine. It is a nature reserve of 26.9 hectares with a tree-rich heathland landscape. It forms a buffer between the industrial area on the former mine site and the residential area. The Galgenberg has been a protected landscape since 1984 because of its natural scientific value because it is part of an old dune landscape with heathland remains. The nature reserve is a recognized nature reserve and is managed by Limburgs Landschap.