Ophovenderheide Nature Reserve – Ruiterskuilen Pond loop from Plockroy
Ophovenderheide Nature Reserve – Ruiterskuilen Pond loop from Plockroy
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Ophovenderheide Nature Reserve – Ruiterskuilen Pond loop from Plockroy
02:28
9.78km
20m
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: August 5, 2026
Tips
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
2.19 km
Lake in Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen
Highlight • Lake
2.69 km
Tree trunk with mushrooms in Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen
Highlight • Natural
5.78 km
Ophovenderheide Nature Reserve
Highlight • Forest
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6.06 km
Ruiterskuilen Pond
Highlight • Lake
Like other fens in this region, the Reiterkuilen were created by sand dusting and are fed exclusively by rainwater. Archaeological research has shown that the podzol soil in the area around the Ruiterskuilen contains an important legacy from the Steen period.
In the more recent past, this fen was used as a resting place for horses. In 1798, hidden Lotlings found a suitable hiding place here.
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Tip by
8.50 km
Lutgardhof Forest Trails, Wijshagen
Highlight • Forest
9.78 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
7.23 km
956 m
869 m
600 m
140 m
Surfaces
4.73 km
2.07 km
1.04 km
1.00 km
943 m
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