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Viewpoint Gulpen – Ottenmolen loop from Eys

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Gulpen-Wittem

Viewpoint Gulpen – Ottenmolen loop from Eys

Moderate

4.7

(340)

946

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Viewpoint Gulpen – Ottenmolen loop from Eys

02:51

10.3km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

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Bus stop

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428 m

Miljoenenlijn Tunnel

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The Schaesberg–Simpelveld railway, also known as the Million Line (Dutch Miljoenenlijn), is a 12.5 km long railway line between Simpelveld and Schaesberg in what is now the municipality of Landgraaf in the province of Limburg in the Netherlands, opened in 1934 and connects the Aachen–Maastricht railway with the Sittard–Herzograth railway line. The name of the only mountain route in the Netherlands derives from the high construction costs, which totaled 12.5 million Dutch guilders, since the hilly landscape required extensive earthworks with deep cuts and high dams. In 1988, the section from Simpelveld to Kerkrade was initially shut down, but was reopened as a museum railway in 1995 after it was taken over by the Zuid-Limburgse Stoomtrein Maatschappij (ZLSM). Regular passenger traffic currently only takes place on the section between Landgraaf and Kerkrade-Centrum, which has been electrified since 1986. This section was operated from 2007 by the company Veolia Transport, which offered continuous trains every half hour from Kerkrade via Heerlen and Valkenburg to the Limburg provincial capital Maastricht. Since 2016, the Arriva company has operated a train connection from Sittard to Kerkrade Centrum every half hour.

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634 m

Eyserbeek

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This stream flows through the village of Eys and is also named after this village.

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987 m

Railway Tunnel Over the Geul Stream

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1.42 km

Eyserbeek

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The Eyserbeek (Limburgish: Ezerbaak) is a river in the south of the Dutch province of Limburg and flows through the Eyserbeek valley. This stream originates as the Bocholtzerbeek in Bocholtz, then runs via Simpelveld to Eys and on to Cartils. The village of Eys, through which the river flows, is named after this stream. The Eyserbeek is a tributary of the Geul and flows into this river at motte castle Gracht Burggraaf and the hamlet of the same name. Gracht Burggraaf is a hamlet with a motte-and-bailey castle near Gulpen and at this strategically located fortification several rivers, including the Eyserbeek, flow into the Geul.
In Simpelveld the Eyserbeek had two water mills. The Old Mill or Houben Mill was located near the Oude Molenstraat, of which the wheel and water supply are still present at the beginning of 2009. Further downstream there is a mill branch that flows past a farm where the Bulkems mill used to be located.

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4.21 km

Viewpoint Gulpen

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Lovely steep climb (or descent) part of the local MTB route. The surface alternates between hardpack and loose surfaces and remains steep for a long time into the forest. At the top, a beautiful view of Gulpen and the surrounding area awaits you. Then an even more beautiful and steep descent awaits you as a reward.
A wonderful loop for those with extra energy.

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4.57 km

View at ‘vakwerkhuis’ in Beertsenhoven

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An authentic half-timbered house in Beertsenhoven is a beautiful example of traditional Limburg architecture. The house, with its wooden beams and whitewashed walls, stands amidst green meadows and flowering gardens. The scene reflects the tranquility and rural charm of South Limburg and invites walkers to pause for a moment, take photos, and enjoy the harmony between cultural heritage and nature in this picturesque landscape.

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6.20 km

Ottenmolen

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The most famous water mill in South Limburg. The mill dates from 1786 and is used for generating electricity and grinding grain.

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7.14 km

Kalkoven Dikkebuiksweg-noord

Ruins

7.81 km

Viewpoint

10.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.49 km

3.10 km

2.58 km

761 m

398 m

Surfaces

2.91 km

2.67 km

1.93 km

1.55 km

850 m

399 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

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17°C

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Comments

September 26, 2021,Bahnhof Eys Wittem- Gulpen- Molen van Otten

After Belgium was it yesterday, today it was equal to NL in the Limburg Tuscany. A very nice route along the Miljoenenlijn, over the Gulpenerberg at the beautiful Mühle van Otten, with two !! Mill wheels, a medium and an undershot back. Great views and very nice memorial corners, where a small memorial has been set for the dead in …

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April 12, 2025,Eyserbeek- Gulpen- Wijlre

Today, with this wonderful weather, I couldn't stay indoors, so I hiked through the Limburgse Tuscany with three friendly neighbors from nebenan.de. I started at 10 degrees Celsius, but it ended up being 26 degrees Celsius. Everything was blooming, I heard no fewer than 26 different birds (according to Merlin), it smelled wonderful, and we had nice conversations—all around, it …

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April 5, 2025,Unsere Lieblingstour von Eys aus.

Today we wanted to do our favorite hike from Eys again. The shorter route, though. The mud was ankle-deep on one stretch of the trail. So we took the long route. It was great, as always, especially with this weather. A rest on our bench with a "view of Tuscany" was a nice reward.

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May 14, 2023,Runde Gulpen - Wijlre - Eyserbos

Nice round with little activity despite Sunday, Mother's Day and the sun. The highlights speak for themselves. Great view, wide meadows to the horizon. View behind the brewery. Great mill and beautiful nature trails.

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October 26, 2022,Eyserbeek – Molen van Otten Rondje vanuit Schin op Geul

Last photo is the parking lot. On the way you can stop in Gulpen. Food + drink and toilet

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August 31, 2022,Runde Gulpen - Wijlre - Eyserbos

Today one of my favorite hikes from Gulpen. I go over the Dolsberg to Wijlre. Then I cross the Geul at the Molen van Otten and continue over the Elkenrade plateau with its wide panorama over the Geul valley. Through the Eyserbos and along the Eyserbach (with tunnel) I return to Gulpen.
A beautiful and varied hike, I enjoyed it. …

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November 20, 2021,Gruppenwanderung Gulpen-Wijlre-Eyserbos - Samstag 20 nov 2021

Today we went for a nice walk with our Saturday group from Gulpen. We were 9 people and 1 dog (Tommy). We hiked from Gulpen over grassy paths and a piece of forest to Wijlre. Next, past the van Otten watermill, where 2 young cows controlled the folding gate. Through Wijlre it went up to the plateau with a beautiful …

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August 6, 2022,Gulpen 8.8km

Very nice round from Gulpen. You always have great prospects. In Wijlre there is the possibility to visit the brewery. But if you want to stop off after the round, you will find plenty of opportunities in Gulpen.

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Viewpoint Gulpen – Ottenmolen loop from Eys

Miljoenenlijn Tunnel

Eyserbeek

Railway Tunnel Over the Geul Stream

Eyserbeek

Viewpoint Gulpen

View at ‘vakwerkhuis’ in Beertsenhoven

Ottenmolen

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