Locations

Access Gate De Plaetse near Heeze is the starting point for a walk or bike ride through the Strabrechtse Heide; an immense heathland area with numerous fens, forests and shifting sands.

Smugglers often used streams to smuggle goods across the border.

A journey 15,000 years back in time. In the Prehistoric Village in Eindhoven you can meet hunters from the Stone Age, farmers from prehistoric times and craftsmen from the Middle Ages. Have a chat and be surprised by the stories of their daily life.

Order as many of their 85 international bite-size dishes as you want for 3 hours for a fixed price.

The centre of the smallest residential area of the municipality of Cranendonck, where many residents were involved in smuggling on both a small and large scale.

't Wilgenhof is a cosy family campsite where it is nice to stay. Located in natural surroundings near beautiful cycling and hiking trails. As a day guest, you can enjoy lots of water fun. The various pools guarantee fun for young and old.

It is used to flood the Bossche Broek at high tide.

Dive into the past and hike along the reconstruction of ‘Den droad’ (the wire). This so-called Death Wire was a 332 kilometre long wire fence constructed by the Germans during the First World War, spanning the border between Belgium and the Netherlands.

Reference to measures taken by customs against motorised smugglers.

The De Plaetse sheepfold is located next to the Strabrechtse Heide. A flock of over 350 Kempen heath sheep regularly resides here to graze Brabants heathlands.

Haviksoord membership is available to any practitioner of golf. Guest players are welcome. The golf course is in good condition. There is a cosy compact clubhouse where you can go for a snack and a drink.

The Aalsterhut, better known as “De Hut van Mie Pils” (Mie Pils’ cabin) or simply Mie Pils, is the perfect stopover for hikers, cyclists, sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. This tavern is located at a junction of hiking and cycling routes in the middle

Warning, choice overload at Barcode! Their lunch and dinner menu is extensive. Barcode is located on the main market square of Valkenswaard and an excellent venue for socials or parties.

Rents out electric and classic bicycles, making it an excellent place to start exploring De Groote Heide. Bicycles for children and a tandem are also available. Please note that an electric bicycle requires at least two days prior reservation.

A warm and jovial eatery, restaurant and café. The large outdoor seating area on Valkenswaard's main market square is a great place to recharge your inner batteries in summer. And in winter you can warm up next to the stove.

Our municipality's foremost cheese and dairy store. The rich assortment of products are all sourced and produced locally, and the friendly staff is happy to provide personal advice.

The double undershot mill on the Dommel dates from the 13th century. A double watermill stood here originally: a corn mill on the left bank and an oil mill on the right bank

A stones throw from Valkenswaard lies nature reserve De Malpie. The unparalleled beauty of this area led to Valkenswaard being voted “Hiking Municipality of the Year” in 2016.

Follow a fixed route through the area on these fun environmentally friendly little electric scooters. Moped certificate or driver's license required. Duration: 2 or 3 hours.

One of the most gorgeous spots in Hamont-Achel is a secret that we only tell children. Behind the Domein De Bever area entrance lies the valley of the Warmbeek. Its nature is very beautiful, but it is above all a place for just running and playing.

Get to know smuggling in the border region at the museum. The region, situated on the border of the Netherlands and Belgium and bordering on Limburg, is known for its many smuggling practices in former times.

These riding stables are beautifully located on the edge of the Leenderbos. De Molenberg offers numerous activities for horse lovers. But of course everyone is welcome in the beer garden or at the bar for a nice snack or refreshing drink.

The idyllic centuries-old village square of Borkel & Schaft is home to a welcoming eatery. Here lovers of nature and life find the peace and quiet to enjoy ‘the good things in life’.

Since 1988, riding school De Boschhoeve has been the place to be for good instruction, great activities and unforgettable holidays on horseback.