Maasmechelen red - Mountain bike network Hoge Kempen
Maasmechelen red - Mountain bike network Hoge Kempen
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Maasmechelen red - Mountain bike network Hoge Kempen
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16.6km
110m
Mountain biking
The red loop is a shorter route with 16 kilometers and the trails over the moors invite you to enjoy a cross-country ride in dry conditions. In wet weather you sometimes fight against the mud, but not where you can make good use of the wooden walkway. In any case, the mountain bike adventure around Maasmechelen is a success, thanks to the clearly marked route.
The loop contains some climbing due to its location on the Kempisch plateau. Your hard work will certainly be rewarded with a magnificent view, all the way to Maastricht. In the spring and autumn you may encounter sheep along the way, grazing the slope. Because of the relief, machines cannot do that work here. The sheep also ensure that the heath remains open, as they also like to trim the trees and shrubs.
The Maasmechelen red loop connects to: Lanaken green and Maasmechelen blue. Starting points for this loop are: Camping Kikmolen and Gateway Mechelse Heide (also known as Salamander).
Last updated: September 30, 2024
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Your route passes through protected areas
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Vlaams Natuurreservaat Mechelse Heide
Vlaams Natuurreservaat Vallei van de Ziepbeek
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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6.61 km
Boardwalk in the Vallei van de Ziepbeek Nature Reserve
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10.2 km
Cycling Bridge 'Fietsen Door De Heide'
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12.0 km
View of the Terhills Quarry Lake
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While 26 years ago the Eisden coal mine was still operating at full capacity, today the rarest butterflies are fluttering. You will be able to enjoy a surprising landscape of “mountains and lakes” and high peaks offering spectacular panoramas!
Until recently this site was known as Connecterra, but from the end of January 2021 the name will change to Terhills, but the beauty of this area will remain unchanged. Also new, you can now walk around the area for free. Nature lovers can make a voluntary contribution to nature.
Be surprised by a special piece of nature in Flanders.
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12.3 km
Sand Quarry Trail, Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen
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15.7 km
Mechelse Heide
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16.6 km
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Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.66 km
6.00 km
1.88 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
12.2 km
2.17 km
1.22 km
651 m
324 m
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Tuesday 18 August
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14°C
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Comments
Short steep slopes and nice descents. The flat parts have a fair amount of flow.
You can also ride it in the other direction. So oncoming traffic is possible, which is a shame.
I think the route is the most …
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September 26, 2021
The red loop is a shorter route with 16 kilometers and the trails over the moors invite you to enjoy a cross-country ride in dry conditions. In wet weather you sometimes fight against the mud, but not where you can make good use of the wooden walkway. In any case, the mountain bike adventure around Maasmechelen
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June 7, 2026
This is not a route appropriate for beginners haha. The views are great and some hills are doable, but some hills are very steep with loose rocks and big roots. Not an easy route, but fun nonetheless.
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