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: November 5, 2025

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Naturpark Schwalm-Nette

Nette, Niersaue, Niersgraben, Schleck, Aerbecker Bach, Hetzerter Beek, Moorbeek, Langdorfer Beek und Dorfbeek

Waypoints

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Parking

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15 m

Benedictine Abbey of Mariendonk

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A plot of land near Kempen was bought from the donor Johanna Stieger and a Benedictine monastery was built. In 1900, Prioress Mother Ursula Kleberg and 22 nuns moved in …

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4.00 km

View of the Holleshof Lighthouse on the Niers

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The white and red striped lighthouse on the opposite side of the Niers can be seen from afar. It is located on the grounds of the Holleshof, which between April …

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4.51 km

Wachtendonk Castle Ruins

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As early as the 14th century, Wachtendonk has a castle that was located on an important crossing over the Niers. First Geldrisches fiefdom, then Geldrische Landesburg, the complex came temporarily …

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4.51 km

Wachtendonk South Experience Trail

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The adventure trail, which is about three kilometers long, has been beautifully laid out and leads past great sights. 👍

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4.68 km

Path Along the Niers

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Paths along a stream are always particularly calming. Here you can hike on a narrow path along the Niers and watch the rubber dinghies.

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5.29 km

Wachtendonk Town Hall

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The historic town hall of Wachtendonk is the core of the old town, which is also absolutely worth seeing. A bit like Kempen, only much more contemplative.

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6.40 km

Linden Avenue at Laerheide

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Great running track, half of the track runs along the water the other through the forest!

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6.91 km

Pollard willows at Laerheider Weg and Netteweg

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"...After we have extensively visited the pretty Wachtendonk, we continue our hiking tour. Out of town, an avenue of lime trees leads us along the Laerheide. We also pass a …

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11.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.46 km

4.69 km

824 m

109 m

Surfaces

6.96 km

3.39 km

569 m

143 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Weather

Friday 5 December

11°C

4°C

65 %

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Benedictine Abbey of Mariendonk

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