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Forests and moors near Nijmegen – the purple splendour of Gelderland

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Hiking trails & Routes
Netherlands
Gelderland
Heumen

Forests and moors near Nijmegen – the purple splendour of Gelderland

Easy

4.6

(86)

582

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Forests and moors near Nijmegen – the purple splendour of Gelderland

01:38

6.44km

20m

Hiking

Today's route runs 6.5 kilometers through the Heumensoord nature reserve, close to Nijmegen. However, you would not think that you are so close to the city when you stroll through the quiet forest and quiet moors. Due to the length and activities along the way, the trip is an adventure…

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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770 m

Herperduin Nature Playground

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Playground that is most suitable for children from about 4 to 12 years old. And it is fun to see how the children discover and play.

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1.29 km

Cross on the Hill at Heumensoord

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On the hill, you'll see the striking cross, which once served as a target for military exercises. Today, it stands still, a silent witness to times gone by. From the …

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3.50 km

Heumensoord Pond

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This idyllic fen is located in the middle of the nature of the Heumensood. Take a rest here during your walk and see what kind of critters you see near the water.

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6.44 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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3.72 km

1.79 km

711 m

184 m

Surfaces

5.95 km

276 m

184 m

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Comments

June 2, 2025,Lent 🇳🇱 Inspiratie; Heumensoord - Bossen en heidevelden bij Nijmegen — de paarse pracht van Gelderland 🥾🥾🌤️🌧️
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A beautiful walk just below Nijmegen - Heumensoord.
Unfortunately, the rhododendrons had already finished blooming and the heather was not yet in bloom. You cannot see all seasons at the same time.
Still a very beautiful walk through the forests of Heumensoord.
Not back on the 🅿️ in time for the heavy rain shower.

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July 25, 2023

Today's route runs 6.5 kilometers through the Heumensoord nature reserve, close to Nijmegen. However, you would not think that you are so close to the city when you stroll through the quiet forest and quiet moors. Due to the length and activities along the way, the trip is an adventure for young and

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