Barons, baronesses and noblewomen strutted along the paved central path; servants were expected to move via the side aisles. You may walk both paths as well as the many, much smaller, densely vegetated ones that wind through the picturesque estates of Hondsdonk and Valkenberg.

Characteristics
A characteristic feature of country estates is the alternation between open and enclosed landscapes. Here, therefore, we find mixed woodland, arable fields and pastures, as well as beech and oak avenues, all situated side by side. Due to differences in elevation and soil conditions, there are both dry and wet areas. Thanks to the variety of vegetation and the many old trees, it is also an area rich in birdlife, with numerous cavity-nesting birds. Several streams run through the area. These form an extensive, hand-shaped network of meandering watercourses which gradually converge between Chaam and Ulvenhout and finally flow into the Mark as the Chaamse Beek.

Practical info

The distance and pace is higher than many other IVN activities. In 3 to 3.5 hours you will cover about 10 kilometres. So make sure you have good, waterproof shoes and also bring something to drink.

Registration is compulsory, which can be done here. After registration, you will receive information about the departure point. You can register until the day of the walk. If the maximum number of registrations is reached, the link will no longer work and the registration form will not be opened.

IVN Mark & Donge
Rembrandtlaan 63, 4907 NM Oosterhout

IVN Nature Walk: Valkenberg and Hondsdonk