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Netherlands
Limburg
Weert

Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

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Netherlands
Limburg
Weert

Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

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Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

03:03

12.1km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Natuurreservaat Smeetshof

Kempen~Broek

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

436 m

Laurabossen Woods

Highlight • Forest

In addition to the natural splendor, the Laurabossen also offer historical significance.

Coal used to be extracted here in the Laura mine, which was in operation from 1907 to 1992. …

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1.81 km

Tauros Grazing Area

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Approach the grazers with respect and keep your distance. They usually move out of your way, if not, make a short bypass.

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2.39 km

A slightly longer bat path in good condition. It takes you to the wider Kettingdijk (elevated dirt road) where various routes, including large route paths, run. The sides are ideal for a closer look at water plants and swamp areas.

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5.07 km

Wooden Boardwalk Over the Pond

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This is a fairly short bat trail, there are longer ones elsewhere. It is not in ideal condition but is in better condition than many others we have already seen …

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7.13 km

Boardwalk Smeetshof

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This decking path runs from the main road towards the Smeetshof farm.

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7.27 km

Grenspaal 164

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Border post 164 for the enthusiasts. There is much more than a pole. Grab info boards and some memorials.

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7

8.90 km

Kettinghoeve (Turfhuis) Kettingdijk

Highlight • Historical Site

Kettingdijk is not only the name of the higher sand road that lies here, but also of the farm built in 1939 (in the Dutch Altweerterheide (Weert), also known as "the turf house" but actually called Kettinghoeve.

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10.4 km

Tauros Cattle Grazing Area

Highlight • Natural

They are a bit shy, so you have to be calm for a photo... Some look a bit like wildebeest...

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12.1 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.62 km

4.81 km

591 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.05 km

2.67 km

2.04 km

1.34 km

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Saturday 27 June

30°C

19°C

55 %

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