Bakelse Bos is a 115-hectare coniferous woodland located near Helmond in North Brabant, the Netherlands. This region features varied terrain, including drift mounds, juniper thickets, and open drifting sand areas, bordered by the Bakelse Aa valley to the east. The diverse landscape, primarily consisting of Scots pine and American oak, provides a setting for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, and more. It serves as a green lung for the nearby city, offering a range of…
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13.8km
00:56
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.3km
03:31
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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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142
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.56km
01:39
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.63km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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36.2km
01:35
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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37
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.3km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.2km
02:59
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.2km
01:43
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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76.2km
04:22
100m
100m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Bakelse Bos offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, gravel biking, and jogging. The region features more than 50 routes across these sports. These routes have been shared by over 163,000 visitors on komoot.
Bakelse Bos is known for its mountain biking routes, including the Helmond mountain biking route. This route is classified as medium difficulty, suitable for recreational mountain bikers. Trails feature single tracks, technical sections, and jumpline sections with drops and bumps. Explore more with the MTB Trails in Bakelse Bos guide.
The main mountain biking route in Bakelse Bos, the Helmond route, is classified as a 'blue route,' indicating medium difficulty. It is suitable for average recreational mountain bikers or sporty gravel bikers. The trails utilize local elevation changes to create technical sections with numerous short climbs.
Bakelse Bos provides an extensive network of hiking trails for various fitness levels. Routes range from easy paths to moderate treks, often leading over sand paths and small sand drifts. An example is the "De Bakelse Aa – Oude Aa-lus," which is about 5.8 miles (9.4 km) long. Find more options in the Easy hikes in Bakelse Bos guide.
Bakelse Bos offers options for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking. The forest contains various cycling paths suitable for general touring and road cycling. There are also specific guides for different cycling types, such as Traffic-free bike rides in Bakelse Bos and Gravel biking in Bakelse Bos.
Bakelse Bos features trails suitable for walking with dogs. Specific dog-friendly hiking routes are available for exploration. Refer to the Dog-friendly hikes in Bakelse Bos guide for more information on suitable paths.
Bakelse Bos is characterized by its varied terrain, including drift mounds, which are small sand dunes, and relatively rare juniper thickets. It also features open drifting sand areas and small heathland areas. The Bakelse Aa valley borders the forest to the east, and the Zuid-Willemsvaart canal lies to the west.
Komoot lists more than 50 routes for Bakelse Bos across various outdoor activities. These routes include options for hiking, jogging, touring cycling, mountain biking, and road cycling. The total number of routes is 57.
Routes in Bakelse Bos have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 22,000 individual ratings. The high average rating indicates a positive experience for many visitors.
Bakelse Bos is owned by Brabant Water. This organization manages the 115-hectare coniferous woodland. For inquiries related to the area, Brabant Water can be contacted at +31 73-6837707.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Bakelse Bos to help users plan their activities. These include guides for MTB Trails, Easy hikes, and Traffic-free bike rides. Other guides cover road cycling, gravel biking, running, and dog-friendly hikes.
Bakelse Bos offers various trails and activities suitable for families. The extensive network of hiking paths includes easy routes, and there are options for recreational cycling. The diverse natural landscape provides an engaging environment for all ages.
Bakelse Bos includes cycling paths suitable for easy rides and general touring. The region's cycling network caters to different skill levels, allowing for relaxed rides through the coniferous woodland. Guides like Traffic-free bike rides in Bakelse Bos highlight accessible options.

