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Mediators "the root of the Mortar"

This walk follows the Esperloop, a picturesque stream that winds its way through the Brabant landscape near Beek en Donk. The Esperloop is a tributary of the Aa river and is fed by springwater, keeping the water clear and vibrant. Along the banks, you'll find a small-scale and varied landscape with hedgerows, meadows, and old tree-lined avenues that create a secluded and intimate atmosphere. The area is known for its rich flora and fauna: the stream itself is home to small fish and insects, while butterflies, dragonflies, and songbirds can be seen in the surrounding grasslands and forest edges. In spring and summer, the banks often turn a beautiful green, and countless wild plants bloom. The route combines the tranquility of the stream valleys with beautiful views of open fields and farms. Its small scale gives this landscape a genuine and unspoiled feel, as if time passes more slowly here.

picnic spot on the mountain road

Beautiful nature reserve with forest and heathland.

Extra beautiful when the heather is in bloom.

A really surprisingly beautiful walking route close to our house. You cross water several times and a large part is through the grazing area where bulls run free. If you hold on to your dog, there is nothing wrong. It is largely 'high and dry' ground. When we were there, there was nothing marshy.

Difficult route by bike. Maybe better to go by foot

The Stippelberg is a large nature reserve. Yet it is well hidden in the east of Brabant, near the village of De Rips. Walk in the eastern part of the Stippelberg over the beautiful lanes that belong to the country house. And admire the rhododendrons that brighten up the estate. A striking feature of the Stippelberg are the many hills in the middle of the forest. All these 'dots' are drifting dunes created by sand drifts. The Stippelberg owes its name to these hills. Due to afforestation for wood production, you can now find an extensive pine forest here. Take a walk in this forest over the dots in the landscape. A place that you really must have seen is d'n Blikken Emmer. This place is on top of the highest dot. But what exactly can you admire? At this spot you can see a bucket hanging on top of a pole. Now you might think, why a bucket? In the past, when forest workers were allowed to take a break, this bucket was hit. It was also a fire alarm. Source and more information: Natuurmonumenten