Oostrum, Horst and Tienray

The Broekhuizerbroek stretches east of Horst. The old Maas meanders provide a unique piece of nature in the Netherlands. Moist grasslands, swamps and swamp forests, but also peat ponds stretch before you here, varying in height and vegetation. Seepage waters arise in the lower parts. In the middle of the meander is a high drifting sand surface called De Hondsberg. You also cycle through beautiful Venray, which has traditionally been an agricultural municipality. The name comes from the word'venne\\\' and from'ween\\\', this is because Venray is located in a place where they used to have to clear a lot of land before it was suitable for to use. After the Second World War, Venray took a new (industrial) path. From 1949 onwards, several small industries were established in Venray and since then the industry in Venray has increased significantly. During your bike tour you can also expect two nice sights. Molen Eendracht Maakt Macht in Meterik is one of them. The round stone mill was built in 1898 with money contributed by the residents of Schadijk. The year 1798 on the beard of the corn mill is therefore misleading, but the mill was built with parts from an older mill dating from that year. Eendracht Maakt On Saturday afternoon you can buy freshly milled grains in the mill shop. You can also experience the grinding process in the mill. After more than 2.5 hours of cycling, your effort will be rewarded with a beautiful view of De Gun castle farm. This beautiful building flaunts itself on the edge of a high terrace on the edge of an old Meuse meander. The moat around the former castle is still partly visible. Also note the beautiful brickwork under the eaves.