Walking and cycling along the Meuse
The area around Venlo is an ideal area for a nice walk. Plan your own nice route and go out for a day in nature! Need inspiration for a nice route or do you want to know more about the best places to take a break? In this blog we give you a number of tips!
Walking route Maascorridor
Walk between the greenery, the Maas and be accompanied by the Galloway cattle. This 13 km route starts at Brasserie Sur Meuse. You can also easily park your car here. Walk from this spot towards the Maas and continue the walk on the footpath. This path is next to the Maas. Follow the route to the Stadsbrug in Venlo and walk back via the other side. A wonderful route along the water!
Stage of the Pieterpad
This route starts at the NS station of Venlo. Walk via the Jammerdal towards Tegelen. The route continues along the German border, with a beautiful view of the German forest area. The walk ends in the small village of Swalmen, on the market square in front of the church. A beautiful route through the forest, of 23 km.
The country estate route
This 9 km route starts at the church in Velden. Walk from the church towards the hamlet of Schandelo. The part you walk on the Maasveldweg provides a beautiful view of the Maas. A versatile route along the water, with beautiful views and landscapes. This route is definitely worth trying!
Tour around the Tang
Walking along the nature and history of Hout-Blerick
Start your walk at the St. Joseph Church (junction 71) and discover the diverse nature and culture of Hout-Blerick. The route leads you along the Springbeek and takes you to the Tangkoel, an idyllic nature reserve with a historic pond where otters have been spotted in the past and water lilies bloom in the summer.
Along the way you pass the historic Watermeule and walk along the Maas bank and the quiet countryside. The walk ends again in the charming Hout-Blerick. A perfect combination of nature, water and history!
A well-deserved break!
After a morning or afternoon of walking or cycling in the Limburg nature, you also need a well-deserved break. Take a break and enjoy a nice cup of coffee, a sandwich or a piece of Limburg pie.
Café BLVD
Café BLVD has a beautiful view of the Maas. This is the ideal place to relax after a long walk or bike ride. A beautiful view, good food and a large terrace. From this place you can also easily visit the historical center of Venlo.
Sur Meuse
Sur Meuse is a brasserie with a beautiful terrace overlooking the Maas. The brasserie is located in an atmospheric old building, situated in Blerick. This place is perfect for a rest during or after a day of walking or cycling along the Maas.
De Bovenste Molen
Hotel De Bovenste Molen is located in the wooded area of the Jammerdal. A beautiful place in the middle of nature! The accompanying restaurant WOODZ focuses on robust and regional dishes. A wonderful place to relax!
Plan your own route
You can easily map out your own walking or cycling route via the Visit Noord-Limburg website. Choose the distance, the route and which sights you want to cycle or walk along. Easily and quickly create your new route in a few clicks!
Visit & experience the history of Venlo, Tegelen or Arcen
Do you know that feeling? That you are walking (or cycling) somewhere, look up and think, I have never noticed that building! In the city centres of Venlo, Arcen and Tegelen you will find the most beautiful buildings with the most beautiful stories. Discover the history and culture of these special places by means of our heritage gold routes.
The city centre of Venlo has a rich history that is clearly visible in many places, but sometimes also hidden behind modern facades.
Whether you are a lover of history, culture or just a nice walk, the heritage route (2 km) of Arcen offers something for everyone.
A walk or cycle route (8.7 km) that takes you into the history of the Tegelen clay industry. Follow the old paths of the clay miners.
Neptune Walk
The organization Weir Venloop has been organizing the Neptunus Walk for a number of years. This year, the walk will take place on Saturday, September 18. As a walker, you can choose a route of 10, 20 or 30 kilometers or a marathon. They also offer a route of 7.5 km. Weir Venloop wants to prepare everyone as well as possible for the walk. Take a look at the website, There are already several nice routes available.
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