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Hiking in Vaals
Netherlands
When you are in Vaals, you feel like you are on vacation. This is mainly because Vaals is located in South Limburg. South Limburg is the only province in the Netherlands where a hilly landscape can be found. This hilly landscape provides beautiful scenes. You can walk through the Vijlenerbos, discover the Geul, or visit Valkenburg. In addition to these three top attractions, there are many more nice routes and places to find in Vaals.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Vaals
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Aachen Summit Trail 1st Stage (Berensberg - Laurensberg - Vaals - Preuswald)
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
Stage 1
16 km
4:15 h
237 m
185 m
The Aachen Summit Trail – Aachen's Most Beautiful Circular Hike
This stage touches the Schneeberg (256 m) and we climb the Vaalserberg (323 m) with the Three-Country Point B/D/NL. On paths and trails, it goes through beautiful forest to the endpoint.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Enchanted paths
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.7 km
3:00 h
103 m
104 m
Along quiet paths and enchanted trails, this approximately 10 km long hike takes us from Karlshöhe to the Dreiländerpunkt and back.
Hiking Trail
· Vaals
Border Route Three-Country Point Vaals GR6
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
15.2 km
4:01 h
261 m
261 m
Vaals is a landmark in South Limburg. The village is not only known for the Three-Country Point and the Vaalserberg, the highest point in the Netherlands, but it is also the center of the beautiful surroundings in this border area.
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Around the Three-Country Point - Long Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
5.1 km
1:25 h
112 m
112 m
Had enough of the hustle and bustle? A visit to the Three-Country Point offers great opportunities for short loop hikes along secluded trails. The signposted trail junctions can be combined to create various loops. The hikes are short but definitely include some climbs—after all, we’re at the highest point in the Netherlands!
Hiking Trail
· Eifel
Dreiländereck hike
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.1 km
2:53 h
245 m
214 m
Waldesschenke - Dreiländereck - Waldesschenke
Hiking through the border area between Germany, Belgium & Netherlands
Hiking Trail
· Limburg
Around the Three-Country Point - Medium Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
3.6 km
1:00 h
87 m
86 m
Had enough of the hustle and bustle? A visit to the Three-Country Point offers great opportunities for short loop hikes on secluded trails. The signposted trail junctions can be combined to create various loops. The hikes are short but definitely include some climbs—after all, we’re at the highest point in the Netherlands!
Hiking Trail
· Limburg
Around the Three-Country Point - Short Loop
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
1.8 km
0:35 h
65 m
66 m
Had enough of the hustle and bustle? A visit to the Three-Country Point offers great opportunities for short loop hikes on secluded trails. The signposted trail junctions can be combined to create various loops. The hikes are short but definitely include some climbs—after all, we’re at the highest point in the Netherlands!
Hiking Trail
· Netherlands
Through the Vijlener Forest around Cottessen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.9 km
2:41 h
159 m
159 m
Route 4 from the hiking guide by Gaby and Leo Jansen“EUREGIO Hiking Guide – 15 circular routes with dining tips” Volume 2Here you will also find a detailed route description with lots of information, tips on sights, and dining options.
Hiking Trail
· Limburg
🇧🇪🇱🇺🇩🇪 The 3 borders and the Vaalserberg 🇩🇪🇱🇺🇧🇪
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
11.5 km
3:08 h
146 m
146 m
When Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands meet, it's a party 🥳
Panoramic route starting from Vaalsbroek Castle towards the 3 borders and the Vaalserberg with a return through the charming town of Vaals. Completed on August 2, 2024, with a 5-year-old child.
Hiking Trail
· Limburg
Circular hike on the Dutch Mountain Trail via Vijlen (Villen)
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
8.1 km
2:10 h
204 m
204 m
A beautiful loop hike starting in Villen along the Dutch Mountain Trail, following varied trails to the only mountain hut in the Netherlands. A great tour for the whole family. You can stop for refreshments at the mountain hut and in Villen. Have fun! 🙂
The center of Vaals
Officially, Vaals is a village, but it looks more like a city. Vaals is a beautiful place with old buildings and many sights. You can still clearly see the influences of the textile industry. You can also visit the old border post. In the center, you can find a lot of information about the sights and walking routes in the area.
The highest point of the Netherlands
Vaals, most of you have probably heard of it. That makes sense, because when you hear or read about the highest point in the Netherlands, it's about Vaals. Vaals is 322.5 meters above NAP. Once you're at the top, you have a beautiful view of the surroundings.
The tripoint
The highest point of the Netherlands is also the tripoint. A real recommendation to walk here, because you don't just walk along different national borders. You can even go through Germany and Belgium if you want. When do you get to experience that? You can enjoy walking through the hills and enjoying nature here.
Hiking Trail
· Vaals
Border Route Three-Country Point Vaals GR6
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
15.2 km
Duration
4:01 h
Ascent
261 m
Descent
261 m
Vaals is a landmark in South Limburg. The village is not only known for the Three-Country Point and the Vaalserberg, the highest point in the ...
from Visit Zuid-Limburg,
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Picturesque villages
As already mentioned, Vaals is a beautiful area in the hilly landscape of South Limburg. What you might not know yet is that there are also many small villages in the area. For example, it's nice to visit one of the following villages: -
- Vijlen
- Holset
- Lemiers
They are all three lovely picturesque villages yet each village is unique. For instance, in Holset you will find a wedding chapel that is still frequently used, and in Vijlen many regional products are served. When you take a walk, you can enjoy sitting on a terrace in one of these villages.
In short, Vaals is the perfect area for a day out. You can enjoy wonderful walks and appreciate the nature and culture. It is also the perfect place for gourmets, because especially the local people make and sell many regional products. With every step you take, you will probably become more enthusiastic about Vaals.
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Parts of this content were machine translated from Dutch.
