Nature Reserve Guide
Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend is a 170-hectare nature reserve situated on the border between Belgium and the Netherlands, near Kessenich. This area features a dynamic river landscape shaped by the Maas river, characterized by varied topography resulting from past gravel extraction and natural regeneration. The reserve's environment is maintained by grazing Konik horses and Galloway cattle, alongside beaver activity, contributing to its rich biodiversity. It offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more, across its diverse…
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4.7
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949
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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278
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.06km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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95
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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263
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54.0km
03:11
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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37.3km
02:10
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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02:48
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45.9km
02:40
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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30.1km
01:19
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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50.6km
02:16
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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02:44
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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57.9km
02:30
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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3.8
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164
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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125
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5.56km
00:35
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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38
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21.5km
01:05
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.4km
02:18
90m
90m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.7km
01:45
70m
70m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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25
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20.9km
01:25
30m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.8
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36
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38.4km
02:30
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.8
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18
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Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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42.8km
02:49
80m
80m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The reserve features 118 routes, with an average rating of 4.4 stars from more than 1,200 ratings.
Yes, the reserve offers several easy hiking trails. An example is the Blue Drawbridge Thorn – Zwanepad loop, which is 3.8 miles [6.1 km] long. More options are available in the Easy hikes in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
Popular cycling routes include the Maas River Dike Cycling Path loop, a moderate 30.9-mile [49.7 km] touring route. For road cycling, the View of the Meuse loop is an easy 18.7-mile [30.1 km] option. Further routes are detailed in the Cycling in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
Yes, mountain biking is an option in the reserve. Trails range from easy to moderate difficulty. An example is the Flow trail in the forest, a moderate 28.8-mile [46.3 km] route. More information can be found in the MTB Trails in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
The reserve features a dynamic river landscape shaped by the Maas river, with varied topography from past gravel extraction. Notable features include the Kessenichplas and Vissenakkerplas lakes, dikes offering views, and a hardwood floodplain forest. Wildlife such as Konik horses, Galloway cattle, and beavers are also present.
Yes, several jogging routes are available, generally rated as moderate difficulty. The Grote Heg Drawbridge – Koningssteen Nature Reserve loop is a 5.0-mile [8.0 km] option. Additional routes are listed in the Running Trails in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
Routes in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on more than 1,200 user reviews. Over 7,800 visitors have explored the area using komoot.
Komoot offers several guides for the reserve, including Hiking in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend, Cycling in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend, and Attractions in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend. These guides provide detailed information on various activities and points of interest.
Yes, the reserve features several lakes, including the Kessenichplas and Vissenakkerplas. These bodies of water are important habitats for various bird species. Information about these and other water features can be found in the Lakes in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend features a total of 118 routes. These routes cater to various outdoor sports, including hiking, cycling, and jogging. The diverse network allows for exploration across the reserve's varied landscape.
Yes, gravel biking is an activity offered in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend. Routes range from moderate to difficult in intensity. The View of Thorn loop is a challenging 39.1-mile [62.9 km] option. More routes are detailed in the Gravel biking in Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend guide.
Natuurreservaat Koningssteen-Kollegreend is managed collaboratively by Limburgs Landschap (Belgium) and Natuurmonumenten (Netherlands). These organizations oversee the conservation and accessibility of the reserve. General contact information for these managing bodies is available on their respective websites.

