Culture and nature in the Hoge Kempen

This tour takes you through the picturesque Maasland, but also visits the beautiful nature of Hoge Kempen National Park. Lanaken, Maasmechelen, Zutendaal and Riemst: you have a lot to discover today!

Domain Pietersheim
The first stop on your tour is Domein Pietersheim, a former princely castle park. Be sure to visit the twelfth century Pietersheim Water Castle before you cycle on to Oud-Rekem, one of the most beautiful villages in Flanders. In the picturesque city center you will find the impressive Aspremont-Lynden Castle, a restored museum church and the Ucover Gate from 1630. In the 17th century, the village was an imperial county with a council of aldermen and even its own mint.

Views
You continue the route past beautiful views in Maasmechelen and Zutendaal. Then you cycle towards Riemst to view the unique Vroenhoven Bridge. Along the way you will pass the Neanderthal site, the first archaeological site to be opened to the public. Meet the Neanderthals and learn more about the ice ages and the evolution of the climate. Back at your starting point, you can spend another night at the cozy Eurotel Lanaken.