The best walks and hikes in De Geelders

The garden is divided according to the four elements: Water, Earth, Fire and Air. The element water is symbolized by the pond at the front by the entrance. The element earth is the place where we grow vegetables and plants. Fire is expressed in the campfire pit. The last element, air, we have realized in a labyrinth. Offer a place of silence in nature where one may walk freely, sit, meditate, read a book or practice a hobby such as painting or sculpting. You do not speak there or only speak softly. You grant the other their privacy. Source and more info: eschdonck.nl

Old times are revived. How beautiful it is to engrave along the Duits lijntje!

A well-maintained path along the former railway line. Be careful of hikers who also frequently use it. 🚶‍♂️

medium sized parking lot near the old railway line at the back of the cafe.

nice and quiet among the trees

Café 't Groene Woud is a traditional village pub on the edge of the Het Groene Woud nature reserve, the expansive landscape between Eindhoven, Tilburg, and 's-Hertogenbosch. The pub has long served as a starting and resting point for hikers and cyclists exploring the Dommel Valley, the Kasteren Heath, and the area's ancient hedgerows. The building is a classic Brabant pub: low, sturdy brickwork, a simple gable roof, and an interior known for its friendly atmosphere. Situated at the intersection of old connecting roads, it historically made a natural stopping place for locals, farmers, and travelers. Today, it is especially popular for its tranquil setting and proximity to the main hiking trails through Het Groene Woud. A recognizable point along the route, it's the ideal place to stop and begin or end your walk.

The former Kasteren Station is located on the former Eindhoven–Eindhoven (Limburg border) railway line of the North Brabant German Railway Company (NBDS), later known as the "German Line." The station opened in 1873 and served as a small stop for the hamlet of Kasteren, between Liempde and Sint-Oedenrode. The building stood along the route that connected international trains to Germany and on to Russia, but passenger services ceased early in the 20th century. After the line closed, the stop lost its function, but the station building was preserved as a recognizable heritage site with the typical NBDS architectural style: a compact stone structure with gables and simple details. Today, the old station is a striking landmark in the landscape along the former railway line, which is now primarily used for walking and cycling.

Along Hoevedreef stands a characteristic Brabant cross-section barn, a traditional farm type particularly common in the Meierij district. The barn is recognizable by its ridge placed perpendicular to the road, giving the building the appearance of being wider than it is deep. Inside, the space was divided into three main sections: the living area, the middle section for storage and work, and the rear section for livestock. The barn on Hoevedreef is a prime example of this regional architectural style, with brick walls, wooden trusses, and a gable roof that was originally often thatched or tiled. This type of barn often dates back to the 19th century and belonged to mixed farms that combined arable farming and livestock farming. Today, the cross-section barn is a recognizable historical element in the agricultural landscape around Kasteren and Olland.