Caves, cave houses and the Geul – 10 trail runs in Limburg

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Valkenburg Aan De Geul

Caves, cave houses and the Geul – 10 trail runs in Limburg

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Caves, cave houses and the Geul – 10 trail runs in Limburg

02:05

18.1km

190m

Running

This 18 kilometer long trail run between Bemelen and the Geuldal is full of varied surprises. So quickly put on your running shoes and go for it!

Already in the first kilometers you pass a quarry. Grooves are typical of the Limburg chalk landscape. After the Blom quarry you enter…

Last updated: June 10, 2024

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bemelerberg & Schiepersberg

Geuldal

Waypoints

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1.84 km

Blom Quarry

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Mergelgroeve Blom is a former quarry that was in use until 1999. Sand, gravel and marl were extracted. Today it is a nature reserve.

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2.47 km

Panoramic View of Bemelerberg & Schiepersberg

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Stroll through the unique and beautiful hilly landscape of Limburg and enjoy the wide, rolling views.

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4.36 km

View of Maastricht from Bemelerberg and Schiepersberg

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The marl pits run through the Bemelerberg. There is a bench on top of the mountain to rest

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11.9 km

View over the Geul Valley

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Take a moment during your trail run and catch your breath while the view is breathtaking. Enjoy the rolling surroundings and get ready to brave this hilly landscape again!

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12.7 km

Geulhem Cave Dwellings

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Interesting cave dwellings. Unfortunately the road is quite narrow - be careful when admiring!

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14.6 km

St. Gerlach Castle

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The color gives the building the necessary appeal in the art sculpture park...

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16.7 km

Marl Cliff along the Geul

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Narrow path along the marl walls on one side and the Geul on the other side.

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18.1 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.47 km

3.97 km

2.53 km

2.20 km

1.39 km

547 m

Surfaces

6.46 km

3.89 km

3.07 km

2.34 km

1.45 km

904 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Friday 23 October

13°C

7°C

74 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

September 28, 2023

This 18 kilometer long trail run between Bemelen and the Geuldal is full of varied surprises. So quickly put on your running shoes and go for it!
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Already in the first kilometers you pass a quarry. Grooves are typical of the Limburg chalk landscape. After the Blom quarry you enter the hilly country and

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