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In Hoge Kempen National Park lies a picturesque sand dune pond, surrounded by sand dunes, heathland, and forest. The pond is an important habitat for amphibians, birds, and insects and attracts visitors who appreciate peace and quiet and natural beauty. The surrounding paths offer beautiful views of the water and the diverse landscape, making the pond a popular stop during walks in the park.

must be beautiful when the heather is in bloom

INFO board [nl]: Mill Nekum to Prins Bisschopssingel The Roer en Overmaas water board has widened the Jeker from the Nekum mill to the Prins Bisschopssingel in Maastricht to prevent flooding. The construction of a fish ladder removed the fish migration bottleneck at the mill (until 1930, glaze was ground here to make pottery waterproof). Fish can now easily pass the mill to lay their eggs upstream, among other things. In the Aquadra project, the water board is working across borders with ten water managers in South Limburg and Belgium to further improve water quality and prevent flooding in the catchment areas of the Jeker, Voer, Berwijn and Geul.

You feel like you are in the desert. Shortly after entering the Hoge Kempen National Park you come across this vast and sandy dune landscape, which offers great photo opportunities.

There is a winery behind the bridge. Note that it is not open on Sundays. It is best to research the opening times before the hike.

Magisterial viewpoint over the quarry and the surrounding area of Sint-Pietersberg. The viewpoint is always accessible between sunrise and sunset. The stairs to the quarry area have 215 steps. This staircase with access to the quarry is open from September 1 to April 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from April 1 to September 1 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on the stairs and in the quarry. Source: https://www.natuurmonumenten.nl/natuurbanden/sint-pietersberg

The bridge and bike look very idyllic in combination with the river

One of the official gates of the National Park. Starting point with ample parking for a nice walk or bike ride through the Mechelse heath.