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The Zwart Water – Kempense Heuvelrug loop from Herentals

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The Zwart Water – Kempense Heuvelrug loop from Herentals

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The Zwart Water – Kempense Heuvelrug loop from Herentals

02:10

8.44km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.29 km

Small patch of heath

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Small piece of heathland on the inn...

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2

3.40 km

Just past the black water.

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A nice walking path

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3.54 km

The Zwart Water

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Het Zwart Water consists of a fen with woods on the edge, gale thickets, willow breeches and lean grassland. In the middle of the water there is a floating platform …

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3.61 km

Birdwatching Spot at the Pond

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Nice view over the fen, with the forest in the background...

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4.38 km

Kempense Heuvelrug

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beautiful hiking area in every season

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4.52 km

Heathland

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7

5.08 km

Information board Welcome to Snepkensvijver

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Always interesting to read. This nature reserve is managed by Natuurpunt.

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5.61 km

Snepkensvijver welcome sign

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On this board you will find a map with legend. There are also two marked walks listed. Of course you can also read other information.

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8.44 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.60 km

3.13 km

608 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.79 km

1.04 km

990 m

731 m

544 m

288 m

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Elevation

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Tuesday 19 May

19°C

12°C

72 %

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