De Maashorst is a significant nature reserve in North Brabant, Netherlands, characterized by its diverse landscapes that support a wide range of outdoor activities. The region features extensive forests, heathlands, shifting sands, and unique geological formations like the "wijstgronden," where iron-rich groundwater emerges due to the Peelrandbreuk fault line. This varied terrain makes De Maashorst suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, gravel biking, mountain biking, and more.
De Maashorst offers a wealth…
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4.3
(8)
21
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3.70km
00:56
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10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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486
hikers
9.42km
02:22
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10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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499
hikers
8.36km
02:06
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10m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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242
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(12)
422
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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279
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54.5km
03:30
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70m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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96
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17.4km
01:16
20m
20m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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85
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.8
(6)
188
riders
47.5km
02:00
70m
70m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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

39
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

33
riders
93.0km
03:49
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.8
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80
riders
24.3km
01:25
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49
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17.8km
01:02
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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52
riders
42.7km
02:28
60m
60m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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49
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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56
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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46
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
runners
8.24km
00:57
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
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47
riders
53.0km
03:04
70m
70m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32
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48.4km
02:51
60m
60m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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85
riders
52.9km
02:52
50m
50m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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15
riders
23.6km
01:35
30m
30m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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De Maashorst offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, and Jogging. The region features 239 routes with an average rating of 4.42 stars from more than 12,500 ratings.
De Maashorst is characterized by diverse landscapes including forests, heathlands, and shifting sands. A unique feature is the 'wijstgronden,' high-lying marshy areas where iron-rich groundwater emerges due to the Peelrandbreuk geological fault line. Large grazers like wisents, Tauros cattle, and Exmoor ponies roam freely.
Yes, De Maashorst offers family-friendly hiking options. Specific routes are designed to be enjoyable for all ages. Information on these trails can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes around De Maashorst.
De Maashorst has trails where dogs are permitted. Hikers can find suitable routes for walking with their dogs. Consult the guide Dog-friendly hikes around De Maashorst for specific options.
De Maashorst provides routes for touring cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking. The region features an extensive mountain bike network of approximately 60 miles (100 km) and curated gravel biking routes. Guides like Cycling around De Maashorst and Gravel biking around De Maashorst offer more details.
Yes, De Maashorst includes easy hiking trails suitable for beginners or those seeking less strenuous walks. These routes allow for exploration of the diverse scenery without significant difficulty. Refer to the guide Easy hikes around De Maashorst for options.
De Maashorst has archaeological significance, with findings such as Iron Age princely graves and Roman-era bronze depots. Some routes, like the 'Doden en Godenroute,' combine outdoor activity with historical exploration.
More than 112,000 komoot users have visited De Maashorst. The outdoor offerings in the region have received an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 stars from more than 12,500 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for De Maashorst, including Hiking around De Maashorst, Family-friendly hikes around De Maashorst, and MTB Trails around De Maashorst. Guides are also available for cycling, gravel biking, and dog-friendly routes.
The official website for the region is gemeentemaashorst.nl. For direct inquiries, the Natuurcentrum De Maashorst can be reached at +31 412-611945.
Yes, De Maashorst features an extensive mountain bike network. It comprises five interconnected routes, totaling approximately 60 miles (100 km). These trails offer varied terrain, including single tracks, sandy sections, and climbs.
The 'wijstgronden' are a unique natural phenomenon in De Maashorst. They are high-lying, marshy areas where iron-rich groundwater emerges as seepage. This occurs due to the Peelrandbreuk, a geological fault line, making it a rare feature in Europe.

