사우스림부르크 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

이 교회는 10세기 말에 설립된 것으로 추정됩니다. 이미 1027년에 이 교회에는 참사회원들의 수도회가 있었습니다. 1047년에 리에주 대주교가 교회를 성 베드로, 바오로, 오둘푸스에게 봉헌했으며, 이로써 교회는 처음으로 기록에 언급되었습니다. 1130-1131년에 이 예배당은 부싯돌, 둥근 자갈, 사암을 건축 자재로 사용하여 로마네스크 양식의 교회로 대체되었습니다. 그리스도, 베드로, 바오로가 묘사된 부분적으로 보존되고 연대가 명시된 봉헌석이 그 시대를 증언합니다. 1290년부터 교회는 상태가 좋지 않은 것으로 기록되었습니다. 약 한 세기 후인 1396년에 로마네스크 양식의 탑이 사라지고 현재의 고딕 양식 탑(건축: 1406년)이 그 자리를 차지했습니다. 18세기에 중요한 확장 공사가 이루어졌습니다. 십자가구의 남쪽 팔은 1773년에, 북쪽 팔은 1774년에 건설되었으며, 1783년에는 대성구가 건설되었습니다. 교회의 현재 신고전주의 양식의 외관은 1903년과 1904년의 개조로 크게 결정되었습니다. 1935년부터 신고전주의 양식의 측면 복도를 제외한 교회는 보호 기념물로 지정되었습니다. 2002년에 보호 범위가 교회 전체로 확대되었습니다. 교회는 2014년과 2020년 사이에 개조되어 로마네스크, 고딕, 신고전주의 양식의 요소를 강조하여 원래의 영광을 되찾았습니다. 유용한 링크: - https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sint-Odulfuskerk_(Borgloon) - https://inventaris.onroerenderfgoed.be/erfgoedobjecten/31816 - https://www.borgloon.be/toerisme/groepsbezoeken/ontdek-borgloon/sint-odulphuskerk - https://sint-odulphuskerk.be/ - https://openchurches.eu/nl-be/gebouwen/sint-odulphus-borgloon - https://sint-odulphuskerk.be/halo-open-kerk/

The Schulensmeer is the largest inland lake in Flanders. Numerous benches invite you to take a break.

No doubt it's beautiful here...

For me, this is clearly the discovery of a hobbit house 😍😅

Homeleswijer is one of the characteristic ponds (wijers/ponds) you'll encounter during walks through the De Maten nature reserve in the Belgian province of Limburg. It lies within the watery landscape of the reserve, which is part of the larger De Wijers pond area, a network of natural and man-made ponds that originated from centuries-old fish farming traditions in the region. In De Maten, the Stiemerbeek stream and its tributaries formed the basis for pond complexes containing water features like the Homeleswijer. Dams and overflows made fish farming possible, creating a unique marsh and pond landscape full of reed beds, open water, and wet grasslands. Walking trails through De Maten—ranging from short loops to longer hikes—run along and around these ponds. They are true natural treasures: herons, waterfowl, and typical marsh plants can be found here, and information boards often line the path explaining the ecology and water management. Many walks along the Homeleswijer are signposted and start, for example, at the Slagmolen in Genk or at other access points in De Maten.

This 380-meter pontoon bridge guides you gracefully between the slag heaps and across the water. Along the way, you'll be treated to a stunning 360° experience with views of the glistening water and the green slag heaps. "Cycling & Walking among the Slag Heaps" is a unique experience when visiting Hoge Kempen National Park!

On many walking and cycling routes in the green landscape around Bokrijk and De Wijers, you'll find benches specially placed in spots offering beautiful views of the ponds, reed beds, and water features. These resting places invite you to sit quietly, absorb the scenery, and listen to the sounds of nature. Walking or cycling along the paths, you'll often see these benches strategically placed in spots offering expansive views, for example, of open water or green fields, allowing you to truly relax and enjoy the surroundings. The benches are part of various signposted walking and cycling routes through De Wijers and Bokrijk, ranging from short loops along ponds to longer trips of several kilometers. What's special about these resting places is that they're more than just stops; they're integrated into the experience of nature itself. While you relax, you might hear reed birds, see dragonflies skimming the water, or simply experience the tranquility of the watery landscape. On some routes, such as walks around the De Wijers ponds or along the "Cycling through Water" route, these benches offer a vantage point perfect for a picnic break, taking photos, or simply enjoying the light on the water. The views and tranquility make these spots popular with walkers and cyclists of all ages.

On the outskirts of Genk lies Thor Park, a unique place where natural heritage and technology converge. This former mining site has been transformed into one of the official gateways to the Hoge Kempen National Park, and you can feel it from the moment you enter. Here begins a landscape that has been constantly evolving: from industrial worksites to vast nature reserves where tranquil heathland and forests once again take center stage. Numerous walks depart from the park, taking you deeper into nature. The Klaverberg, a green slag heap towering above the landscape, offers expansive views of Genk and the surrounding forests. The Heiderbos welcomes you with open pine forests, soft moss, and heather vegetation that glows purple in summer. Even lower in the landscape lies the Thorpark Valley, a serene depression where water zones, young plants and birds, are slowly taking their place. Boardwalks lead you past heathland fens and wetlands so characteristic of the Hoge Kempen: quiet, fragile, and beautiful. It's an area built on the remains of vanished industry—a landscape that now speaks of restoration, resilience, and the power of nature. Yet, Thor Park is more than just nature today. It's also a breeding ground for the future. Where miners once dug down shafts, they're now working on solutions for tomorrow. Here you'll find EnergyVille, the research center for sustainable energy and smart energy systems. The site also boasts several modern business incubators and campuses where technology, design, and innovation reinforce each other. This tension between past and future—between old mining structures and sleek modern buildings—gives Thor Park its unique character. It feels like walking through a place that's constantly reinventing itself. Dotted between the buildings are paths and open spaces, artworks that perfectly complement the story of Thor Park. "Courteous Bow" and "Greeting" are beautiful examples: wooden sculptures that gently evoke human interaction and encounters in the heart of an environment that once revolved around labor and industry. They add a touch of poetry to the landscape. Thor Park is much more than a starting point: it's a place where nature embraces the past and where innovation shapes the future. An area where every walk brings a piece of history, a view, restoration, and tranquility, and where you enter the Hoge Kempen region with the feeling that the landscape has been waiting for you for centuries.