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Roman Watchtower Heumensoord – Nijmeegse Aeroclub Airfield loop from Malden

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Netherlands

Gelderland

Heumen

Roman Watchtower Heumensoord – Nijmeegse Aeroclub Airfield loop from Malden

Moderate

4.6

(13)

748

runners

Roman Watchtower Heumensoord – Nijmeegse Aeroclub Airfield loop from Malden

01:15

10.6km

30m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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1.36 km

Roman Watchtower Heumensoord

Highlight • Historical Site

Where you are standing now, a Roman watchtower once towered. This third-century structure was part of a chain along the imperial border and served as a rapid communications route using torches and flags. Today, the remains and the protected archaeological site invite visitors to experience Roman history firsthand.

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2.00 km

Heumensoord Pond

Highlight • Lake

This idyllic fen is located in the middle of the nature of the Heumensood. Take a rest here during your walk and see what kind of critters you see near the water.

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3.73 km

Climbing frame

Highlight • Structure

5.74 km

Sandy Play Area in the Forest

Highlight • Natural

Here the children can enjoy themselves. While the parents are resting .... or also participate .... 😉

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6.42 km

Heumensoord Insect Hotel

Highlight • Structure

Insect hotel Heumensoord

This hotel is designed to provide a safe haven for various types of insects all year round. Because each insect has its own specific preference, the hotel consists of various materials.

Breeding ground
For bumblebees, solitary bees and wasps, this hotel is not only a place to hibernate, but also an ideal breeding ground. The females lay their eggs in the holes in the wood and then kill them. In the spring, these larvae hatch and break through the cavities to the outside. The larvae feed on plants such as istoukhei and gorse.

Shelter
Laceflies use the insect hotel as a safe haven all year round. Ladybirds will mainly stay in the insect hotel at night and in the winter. Lacewings and ladybirds are both natural enemies of aphids, which makes them very useful for garden owners.

Important role
Other insects will also soon find their way to the hotel. Because many insects play a very important role in the pollination and therefore the survival of all kinds of plants, this insect hotel is a special addition to Heumensoord

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6.47 km

Cross on the Hill at Heumensoord

Highlight • Monument

On the hill, you'll see the striking cross, which once served as a target for military exercises. Today, it stands still, a silent witness to times gone by. From the crossroads below, sandy paths lead in all directions, inviting you to explore the surroundings. A place where history and nature come together, inviting discovery.

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9.15 km