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Hoge Kempen National Park

IUCN category II: National Park National park Tentative World Heritage Site

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Hoge Kempen National Park, National park and Tentative World Heritage Site in Limburg, Belgium.

Established in 2006, Hoge Kempen National Park spans over 12,000 hectares of pine forests, heathland, and large ponds formed by gravel extraction.

The landscape features a plateau formed during the last Ice Age, with deposits creating a notable 45-meter elevation across the eastern section.

The park connects six municipalities through dedicated entrance gates, each offering different themes and perspectives on the region's natural heritage.

Visitors can explore 200 kilometers of hiking paths and 140 kilometers of cycling routes, with ranger-guided tours available twice monthly.

The area contains rare butterfly species and maintains extensive juniper populations across its varied terrain of marshes and dry valleys.

Location: Limburg

Inception: 2006

Address: 3630 Maasmechelen, Belgium

Phone: +3289655665

Website: https://nationaalparkhogekempen.be

GPS coordinates: 51.00000,5.66667

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31

Photo license: Copyright

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Belgium preserves numerous historical sites and natural areas that remain outside the usual tourist circuits. The country contains medieval fortifications, castles from various periods, and protected areas that provide insight into its military and cultural past. The Hallerbos forest transforms into a blue carpet of Atlantic bluebells each spring. Fort Eben-Emael, once considered impregnable, documents 20th-century military architecture. The prehistoric flint mines of Spiennes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, testify to 6,000 years of mining history. These locations combine natural heritage with historical evidence and offer visitors the opportunity to discover lesser-known aspects of Belgium.

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Hoge Kempen National Park, National park and Tentative World Heritage Site in Limburg, Belgium.

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