Unique water landscape in the heart of Limburg

Water is never far off at De Wijers. You’re cycling past 1001 ponds and brooks or along the Albert Canal in what is definitely one of the prettiest corners of Limburg. During your visit to De Wijers, stop off at its many attractions: there’s Bokrijk, Herkenrode Abbey, Kelchterhoef: just some of the numerous highlights that will complete your day trip. And on top of all that, the cycle path in Bokrijk will take you right through the water, from one bank of the pond to the other.

 

De Maten is a protected nature reserve of 300 ha, one of the most beautiful in Flanders and part of De Wijers. A mix of ponds with all the vegetation typical of the Kempen region. There are dunes with heather, ponds and marshes, swamp forest and meadows. Birds like to come here to breed or rest during their migration south

TIP: Near cycling junction 560, you can picnic with a view of the ponds.

Discover De Wijers

De Wijers is a water-rich nature area in the heart of Limburg

The ponds - called wijers here - are a paradise for many rare plants and animals. They form a breathtaking backdrop for hikers. Immerse yourself in the land of 1001 ponds ..

Discover the walks! (in Dutch only)

Hikingtips

  • feel like going out with Natuurpunt? Discover the planned activities and guided walks. Meet at De Slagmolen car park, Slagmolenweg 74.
  • not suitable for wheelchair users, difficult for pushchairs,
  • wear sturdy footwear in rainy weather,
  • due to the fragility of the area, dogs are not allowed

Cycling in the land of 1001 ponds

Experience nature in the front row

The junctions of the Limburg cycling route network always lead you along the most exciting and car-free cycling routes. Don't feel like puzzling with the junctions yourself? Discover the most beautiful routes in the theme cycling map De Wijers (only in dutch). 5 cycling routes from 28 to 48 km guide you through the land of 1001 ponds and let you experience De Wijers to the full.