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Laambroeken and Valley of the Mangelbeek

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7.6 km • Heusden-Zolder

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Jan Theunis

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Meylandtlaan 20, 3550 Zolder, BE

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Walked on 4/27/2026

Parking: Meylandt Castle, Meylandtlaan 20 Heusden-Zolder.

Distance walked according to GPS: 7.68 km

Signage: GPS/walking app.

The walk goes from the castle to the nature areas of Laambroeken and the Mangelbeek Valley. In the nature areas, there are beautiful paths, but the connections between them go along streets with little traffic. Only the section along Biesstraat is somewhat busier, but you can walk safely on the cycle path.

Bench(es): for example at 3.9/5.4/7.6 km.

Food and drink: De Blokhut (at the fishing pond of Meylandt Castle).

Sightseeing: Meylandt Castle.

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Saturday, September 12, 2026 by G.C.The first half involves looking at houses and an industrial area; the bit of greenery is disrupted by the noise from the racetrack. The second half is beautiful and peaceful, and the castle area is also nice.
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