The best MTB trails around Oude Maasje

Nemerlaer Castle is situated on the edge of the Beerze stream valley, between Oisterwijk and Haaren. The castle is one of the oldest in North Brabant and was mentioned in historical sources as early as the 14th century. The name Nemerlaer supposedly refers to "no one's forest" or "no one's land," indicating that the area was once a free and undeveloped landscape. The original castle originated as a fortified house that served to protect the surrounding land and trade routes. Over the centuries, the building was expanded and modified several times. The current appearance of the castle, with its towers, moat, and surrounding park, is the result of various renovations, primarily in the 16th and 17th centuries. During the Eighty Years' War and subsequent conflicts, the castle was damaged but was repeatedly repaired. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the estate increasingly took on the character of a country estate with a park and avenues. Today, Nemerlaer Castle is a cultural and historical center that regularly hosts exhibitions, lectures, and cultural events. The estate surrounding the castle offers a peaceful walking area with mature trees, avenues, and views of the Beerze valley, bringing history and nature into close proximity.

You wouldn't guess it, but this very spot once housed the Waalwijk train station. The only remaining reminder of the station is the statue you're standing in front of: "Waving Woman with Child." The bronze statue depicts a mother and child waving goodbye to their father, the traveling salesman, as he sets off with his homemade shoes to sell them in the big city.

Beautiful route along the Iron Man in Vught. Terraces nearby, benches to rest and you can even get into the water. It can be quite busy, especially on days off and with nice weather. Take it easy then!

A beautiful Brabant castle in the heart of the Kampina nature reserve. Plus a cozy café, perfect for a snack or lunch break.

The castle has an eventful history, with its origins dating back to 1331. Compared to other castles at home and abroad, Dussen Castle is modest in size. But that is precisely why it has a unique charm that many visitors embrace when they enter the courtyard after the bridge and gate. The courtyard is beautifully enclosed by a colonnade from the seventeenth century, which is rare in the northern Netherlands. This creates a romantic and intimate atmosphere. There are weekly guided tours, for both individuals and groups. The costs are €3 for adults and €2 for children. From 1 October to 31 March, a guided tour starts every 2nd Sunday of the month at 14:00 & 15:00. From 1 April to 30 September, a guided tour starts every Sunday at 13:00, 14:00, 15:00 and 16:00.

The Antonius Abtkerk is a late Gothic Roman Catholic church. The oldest part, the tower, dates from the 15th century. A staircase tower was added later. The vault of the tower rests on sculpted corbels. The nave of the church was built after the fire of 1498, when the Gelderland troops destroyed the village. The baptismal chapel was built a little later. The single-nave nave was provided with a transept in 1610. At that time, the existing choir was also enlarged. In 1771, a rococo stucco vault was added above the nave, provided with emblems. A complete restoration of the church took place in 1835. The most important work of art is the tomb of coloured marble for Engelbert II van Immerzeele and his wife Hélène de Montmorency. They died in 1652 and 1649 respectively. The artwork dates from 1650 and is by Artus Quellinus. Although it was originally intended for the St. Paul's Church in Antwerp, it was placed in the church of Bokhoven in 1651. Source: Wikipedia

Fallen trees and blackberry bushes here and there

Beautiful dune, with MTB and hiking trails