Wuustwezel: Hiking, Cycling and Border Landscapes

Wuustwezel combines open agricultural landscapes, cross-border paths and remarkable places into a destination for anyone who enjoys spending their days outdoors. Between hikes, cycling tours and cultural discoveries, there are various ways to plan your trip. When searching for a holiday apartment, you can therefore consider whether you mainly want to explore the landscape, combine several routes or also discover special buildings and local traditions.

Hiking and Cycling in Beersgat

One defining area is Beersgat, a semi-open agricultural landscape around the Kleine Beek. The distinctive pattern of meadows gives the surroundings their own character. Beersgat lies between the domain of the Zusters Franciscanessen in Gooreind and the Poort naar het Platteland in the centre of Wuustwezel. If you are planning a longer tour, you can include the Beersgatpad: the 12-kilometre circular route is suitable for hiking or cycling and follows the signposting of the cycle junction network.

Another option is the 11-kilometre hiking route Dwars door Wuustwezel. It crosses Wuustwezel from Gooreind via Wuustwezel to Loenhout. The different route options allow you to plan your day according to your preferred distance and mode of transport. Wuustwezel's location on the Dutch border also makes cycling and hiking routes between Belgium and the Netherlands possible.

Border Landscapes and Views

Several landscape features come together around the De Klot observation tower. The wooden tower is 7 metres high and lies near the boundaries of the municipalities of Wuustwezel, Kalmthout and Zundert. De Klot offers views across the wider surroundings. Various hiking and cycling routes pass through the area, including the Belgian and Dutch hiking junction networks.

The landscape also includes De Maatjes, a cross-border heathland and reed landscape in the municipalities of Wuustwezel, Kalmthout and Zundert. The Marum area was also part of the Groot Schietveld military training grounds for more than 100 years. These historical and landscape features make the area interesting for travellers who want to do more than simply cover distance on a tour and also appreciate the distinctive character of the surroundings.

Culture and Experiences for Different Days

In addition to its paths, Wuustwezel offers several cultural points of interest. Kasteeldomein Sterbos is designated as officially recognised architectural heritage; this designation has been in effect since 29 March 2019. In Franciscanessen Park, the Sint-Franciscusgrot was restored. Both places complement a stay in which nature experiences and cultural impressions stand side by side, without every day of the trip having to follow the same pattern.

For a shorter outing, the 2-kilometre Nonnekespad is available. This experiential trail includes around ten play elements and green listening columns. It therefore offers a distinct, playful focus among Wuustwezel's diverse excursion destinations. Another cultural highlight is the Bloemencorso Loenhout, which is recognised as intangible cultural heritage.

The Right Accommodation for Your Plans

When looking for accommodation in Wuustwezel, you can base your decision on your preferred mix of hiking, cycling, landscapes and culture. For active days, the routes mentioned above and the area around De Klot are important considerations when planning your trip. If you want to combine different interests, you can also include the paths in Beersgat, the cross-border landscape of De Maatjes and cultural destinations in your selection. When searching for a holiday apartment, check which location suits your planned excursions and which destinations you actually want to visit during your stay.

For further discoveries in the surrounding area, you can also explore Loenhout as well as Wijnegem, Rijkevorsel, Hoogstraten, Brecht, Kontich, Boom and Lier.

For the broader travel overview: Antwerp Province.