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Around the corner is a bike repair station with a pump and first aid, and you can refill your water bottle!

The castle was originally built in 1354 by Renaud de Waimes, a vassal of the Duke of Limburg. Its strategic location on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Warche River served for centuries as a defensive fortress and residence of noble families. After centuries of decay, Reinhardstein was completely restored in the 1960s by Professor Jean Overloop, who restored the castle to its current medieval appearance. Today, it is a museum and heritage site, with rooms filled with weapons, furniture, and tapestries. The castle offers impressive views of the Warche Valley and the Robertville Dam.

The view of Lake Gileppe is particularly enjoyable and particularly rare when the water has receded.

Fantastic gravel road along the lake. This is only possible when the water level is low enough.

Check the ferry schedule in advance: - During May, June, July, August, and September, and the Easter holidays: 7 days a week - from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM (or until sunset on shorter days of the year). - From October to April (excluding the Easter holidays) only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays: same hours as above. The landing stage for one of these ferries is located along Dijkweg in Afsnee, near the St. John the Baptist Church on the right bank. A crossing is definitely worth the effort, as not only the Afsnee church but also the rectory and the village itself are protected gems. Further on, towards Sint-Denijs-Westrem and Sint-Martens-Latem, there are numerous hiking and cycling opportunities.

Beautiful natural stone bridge with 3 arches

Today, on 30.08.2025 there was quite little water in the lake, so you could take the path that is normally under water

In the Mechelse Heide, a high wooden bench offers visitors an elevated view of the gravel pit and the surrounding nature reserve. From this vantage point, you can peacefully observe the water feature, the surrounding heathlands, and the forest, while spotting birds and other animals in their natural habitat. The high bench is an ideal resting spot during walks and offers a beautiful panorama for nature lovers and photographers, making it a popular stop along the hiking trails.