The Heiberggroeve is located on the IJzeren Koeweg, on the edge of the Biebosch. The quarry has a corridor of about 65 meters, the entrance is closed with a grille so that bats can use the cave to hibernate.

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The Heiberggroeve is one of the lesser known marl quarries in the area of Valkenburg, South Limburg. This quarry is located on the southwest side of Valkenburg and is part of the extensive network of underground passages and limestone quarries that are typical for this region.

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