Locations

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.

Sonse Watermolen, that no longer exists, was probably a double mill

Nothing compares to playing outside. Children are free to enjoy themselves to the fullest at the Scoutsrally playground in Pelt. Long slides, climbing equipment in all shapes and sizes, swings and seesaws, while you watch from the outdoor café.

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.

In most places, it is forbidden to go into nature with a dirt bike. Cranendonck has a place where you can cross-country ski for a fee.

Enjoy a first-class theatre performance while dining. From the moment you walk in the door, you are part of a performance where anything goes and everything is possible, if you want it to.

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.

They were home to the customs officers of the cyclist brigade and their families.

This family campsite is a great place for young and old all year round. Its location is ideal for walking and cycling enthusiasts. You walk straight into the "Groote Heide" nature reserve, where you can enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.

Motoball is football on motorbikes, making it the fastest team sport in the world. Motoball combines the excitement of a football match with the speed of motorsport. It originated in France in the 1930s.

Hit the road on nostalgic American bicycles with fat tires, armchair saddles and big, wide handlebars. The set route takes you on a 2 to 2.5 km drive.

Owners Herman Cooijmans and Robin Groos excel in delivering bold flavour combinations and exciting preparations at the table. Their mission is to excite guests with distinct flavours and an unmistakable presentations. They have been awarded a much-deserve

Reference to measures taken by customs against motorised smugglers.

Boundaries blur in Hageven-De Plateaux, a Dutch-Belgian nature reserve. A walk here leads through woods and heathland and past fens and ingenious water meadows, a water system from the early nineteenth century.

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.

Janzona means 'son of Janssen'. This is an octagonal mountain corn mill. It was moved from Venlo to Budel-Schoot in 1937. After a thorough restoration in 1980, the mill is now completely millable again.

Group accommodation located near Valkenswaard's extensive sports grounds. A perfect place for clubs, schools and groups of friends. Basic bedrooms and sanitary facilities with a large common room and outdoor seating area.

The Leenderheide (or Groote Heide) is located east of Eindhoven, nestled between the A67 and A2 highways. Part of the area is known as the Groote Heide, identical to the name of our nature border park.

The watermill was probably built in the 12th or 13th century and served as a corn, oil and fulling mill.

Valkenswaard now has a new little miscreant! A mischievously delicious restaurant for a budget-friendly lunch and/or dinner. They serve mostly spicy grilled dishes. Their spare-ribs – prepared according to an authentic Cuban recipe – are truly divine!

The poplar trees, sandy paths and wet marsh grounds together form the well-known De Meierij ‘peppellandschap’ or ‘poplar landscape’.

In the centre of Heeze, you will find the special establishment "Eventjes Eten". All day long, you can choose from unusual sandwiches, poké bowls, homemade salads or wok dishes with potatoes, pasta, noodles or rice.

Hotel de Boskar Pelt is a comfortable 3-star hotel located in a beautiful, historic mansion, in the center of Overpelt.