발켄스와드 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Beautiful viewpoint to enjoy the surroundings.

Relaxing space, even in autumn when the weather is drizzly.

beautiful views over the fens with a bench and table and not to forget the bird with a book.

Beautiful surroundings and I have been there twice now and the heath and fen landscapes with all its animals are a pleasure to enjoy.

Near the parking lot and the Bever estate is this large pond and the barge. You'll also find a telescope and information about the planets here.

Beautiful spot to rest and enjoy the heathland views

wooden lookout tower from where you can spot sheep and cows.

This walk takes you along the beautiful boardwalk at Groot Malpieven, in the heart of the De Malpie nature reserve near Valkenswaard. The boardwalk winds through the wet heathland and along the fen, offering unique views of the water and the surrounding fields. In clear weather, the clouds and heather reflect in the fen, creating a picturesque backdrop that changes with each season. Groot Malpieven is one of the largest and most beautiful fens in the region. It was formed during the last ice age, when meltwater and wind formed the subsoil into these wet depressions. Today, the fen is an important habitat for dragonflies, frogs, salamanders, and countless waterfowl. In summer, the flowering heathlands create a sea of purple hues, while autumn lends the area a tranquil, mysterious atmosphere. The boardwalks make this natural area easily accessible, even where the ground is marshy and boggy. The feeling of "walking on water" gives this walk a special touch, allowing you to experience the fragility and beauty of the fen up close. Looking closely, you'll also see the influence of traditional landscape management practices: grazing with sheep and cattle ensures that the heathland remains open and the area doesn't become overgrown with forest. This is how this valuable heathland landscape is preserved.