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Bootjesven – The Merkske Wooden Bridge loop from Wortel-kolonie

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Bootjesven – The Merkske Wooden Bridge loop from Wortel-kolonie

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Bootjesven – The Merkske Wooden Bridge loop from Wortel-kolonie

02:25

9.62km

10m

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: February 21, 2026

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712 m

Bootjesven

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The Bootjesven - in German as much as Bötchen-Moor - is a natural bog that was deepened by the extraction of peat. At that time, the colony's watchdogs swam here, …

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2.94 km

Vennegebied Lakes

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4.50 km

Grazing Area Entrance Gate

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You walk into an area where cows graze. Keep a safe distance!

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5.08 km

Halsche Beemden Boot Trail

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De Halsche Beemden is a 10-hectare nature reserve in the valley of the Merkske, near the hamlet of Hal te Minderhout, in the Belgian province Antwerp

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5.26 km

The Merkske Wooden Bridge

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Beautiful little hiking trail that is among the most beautiful in Flanders (and the Netherlands).

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5.29 km

Boardwalk along the Merkske

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Initially designed for hiking, nothing stops you from picking up your pace on this walk and going for a jog. Proceed carefully, especially on rainy days, to avoid slipping.

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