Today's route is very varied and you should therefore not expect to walk continuously over vast moors. Of course you will walk along purple colored pieces for 10 kilometers, but the Kaapse Bossen are so varied that you don't want to miss the other highlights.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Five-Trunked Beech Tree (Utrechtse Heuvelrug)

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Five large beech trees, like a cluster, right next to the path.

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2.33 km

Kaapse Woods

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One of the most beautiful forests of the Utrechtse Heuvelrug. You can wander for hours, enjoy the lookout tower at a great height and spot hundreds of mushrooms.

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6.71 km

De Ruiterberg Estate

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The Ruiterberg is a mountain located in the Kaapse Bossen. The mountain is 57.9 meters high. Ruiterberg country estate is located on the mountain, construction of which began in 1916. …

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7.76 km

De Ruiterberg Gatehouse

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It is a beautiful gate with beautiful window shutters. You feel the history here.

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8.40 km

Ancient Beech Tree in Utrechtse Heuvelrug

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Mighty tree.

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8.53 km

De Kaap Observation Tower

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With clear weather you have a fantastic view of the area where you can easily look around 30 kilometers.

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8.77 km

The Doorn Boulder

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This boulder from Scandinavia was brought here during the ice age, about 150,000 years ago, by shifting ice sheets. The boulder has been on display on this pedestal since 1935.

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9.82 km

Kaapse Bossen Viewpoint

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Nice place with a view and also a few benches to relax

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9.90 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.07 km

3.78 km

736 m

269 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.50 km

1.03 km

757 m

755 m

538 m

328 m

Elevation

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Five-Trunked Beech Tree (Utrechtse Heuvelrug)

Kaapse Woods

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