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The Merkske Wooden Bridge – Boardwalk along the Merkske loop from Natuurreservaat Halsche Beemden

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The Merkske Wooden Bridge – Boardwalk along the Merkske loop from Natuurreservaat Halsche Beemden

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The Merkske Wooden Bridge – Boardwalk along the Merkske loop from Natuurreservaat Halsche Beemden

00:55

3.67km

0m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

338 m

Grazing Area Entrance Gate

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

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2

926 m

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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3

1.10 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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1.13 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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1.74 km

Wooden Bench in Nature

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Nice and beautiful walk. Top

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6

2.23 km

Alternative Boardwalk

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The used tree is partly still there ;-)

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7

2.50 km

The Merkske

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8

3.51 km

Scenic Views of the Merkske Valley

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What an overwhelming tranquility. Delicious.

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3.67 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.80 km

1.42 km

430 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.95 km

657 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 7 July

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