Nature Reserve Demerbroeken

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7.9 km • Scherpenheuvel-Zichem

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7.9 km

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Jan Theunis

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Ernest Claesstraat 84A, 3271 Zichem, BE

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Hiked on 1/3/2026

Parking: NMBS Zichem, Ernest Claesstraat.

Distance hiked according to GPS: 7.86 km.

Signage: Junction points/GPS/Hiking App.

We depart to the right of the railway towards the Demerbroeken. It can be muddy, so good hiking boots are a must. After 2.3 km, you go up the 'Voortberg'. Climbing and descending in this beautiful piece of nature. At the bottom of the hill, you cross the railway line and pass Testelt.

Subsequently, you walk a stretch along the Demer. From here, it continues over unpaved roads to the parking.

Bench(es): among others at 2.1/4/6.1 km.

Attractions: Watermill.

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