Bedafse Bergen, Nature reserve with sand dunes in North Brabant, Netherlands.
Bedafse Bergen is a protected nature area in the Dutch province of Noord-Brabant, made up of sand dunes, open sandy plains, and conifer forests. Several marked walking routes cross the terrain, connecting its different natural zones.
The land was gradually placed under protection during the 20th century, after being used for centuries as open heathland. Reforestation efforts carried out during that period left behind the conifer stands that still cover parts of the area today.
The name Bedafse Bergen refers to the nearby village of Bedaf and the sandy ridges that shape the terrain. Walkers on the trails regularly cross paths with photographers and bird watchers who come back season after season.
The area has several entry points with parking at the edges of the terrain, making it easy to start a walk without long detours. Sturdy shoes are a good idea since the sandy ground can be uneven and weather can shift quickly.
An old cart track that once linked the towns of Uden and Den Bosch still runs through the area and can be followed on foot today. It is one of the few visible traces of a historical overland route in this part of the country.
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