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Heath Observation Tower – Achelse Kluis Abbey loop from Leenderbos

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Heath Observation Tower – Achelse Kluis Abbey loop from Leenderbos

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Heath Observation Tower – Achelse Kluis Abbey loop from Leenderbos

03:06

12.3km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

1.00 km

Pingo ruin

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful walking area with heath and forest

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2.04 km

Leenderbos

Nature Reserve

2.33 km

Celtic Field Hasselsvennen

Archaeological Site

4

5.05 km

Heath Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this four-metre-high observation tower you have an enormous 360° view over the heathland and the wide surroundings.

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5

5.35 km

Stepping Stones in the Wetlands

Highlight • Structure

6

5.86 km

Scenic Tree-Lined Path

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Untouched nature with beautiful autumn colors

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7

6.42 km

The Wire of Death (Dodendraad) at Achelse Kluis

Highlight • Historical Site

The infamous Doodendraad stood at this location during the First World War. This fencing served to prevent refugees from fleeing from Belgium to the Netherlands. The various information boards provide …

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6.47 km

Achelse Kluis Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

The Achelse Kluis is a real highlight. Hermits lived here in the 17th century and cleared the sandy soil. In 1846 the Westmalle Trappists founded a new settlement here, following …

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9

6.53 km

Border crossing at the Achelse Kluis

Highlight • Monument

The Achelse Kluis is partly located on the territory of Hamont-Achel (Belgium), but also on the territory of Valkenswaard (Netherlands).

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10

8.75 km

Rest hut for the heath

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Nature grazing by the Kempische Heideschaap

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12.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.80 km

4.23 km

266 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

915 m

395 m

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Wednesday 27 May

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