By bike from Genk to Maasmechelen

Get to know the beautiful nature of Belgian Limburg, from a ride along the Maas to the beautiful forests of De Hoge Kempen National Park.

Hoge Kempen
With this route you can see De Hoge Kempen National Park from all sides! From Genk you cycle through the northern part via Zwartberg to Maasmechelen, then drive through the southern part back to Genk. Flanders' first national park is known for its extensive pine forests, heathlands full of purple flowers, large ponds created by gravel and sand extraction and high hilltops that offer beautiful views. A beautifully varied area!

Cat fens
After a trip to the Maas near Maasmechelen, you cycle back into the park. The last part of the route takes you through the coniferous forests of the Kattenvennen, one of the six gateways to the Hoge Kempen National Park. There is a huge star ball in the middle of this domain: the Cosmodrome. Stay at M Hotel, the starting point of your route, and spend another night on your return. There is still so much to discover here!