Whether you want to take a brisk walk through wild nature or a leisurely stroll with the whole family: in Grenspark Kalmthoutse Heide, you will find a wide range of hiking trails that lead you through beautiful pieces of nature.
The Grenspark has no fewer than 28 signposted hiking trails, ranging from a short lunch break of 1.7 km to a brisk 24 km that will take you all day. The different walks each offer something different, so you can discover something new in the nature reserve every time. For example, plan a nice day trip by connecting several walks.
Use our experience map to discover which walking route you want to try out!
All footpaths in the Grenspark are freely accessible between sunrise and sunset. There is a general ban on smoking in the whole of Grenspark Kalmthoutse Heide. There are no litter bins in the nature reserve. However, you will find them at the entrance gates and in the car parks. Please keep this in mind and do not litter.
From mid-March to 1 July is the breeding season and some connecting paths are temporarily inaccessible to give nature the necessary rest. See here for more info: Rest for breeding birds






At each entrance gate to the park and at each starting point of a walk, there is a clear overview map showing all routes. The routes are signposted with a pictogram in a particular colour, so you don't have to look at a map all the time and have all the more eye for nature.
Do you like to walk with a map? With our digital experience map you can easily map out your route and use your phone's location recognition to see exactly where you are on the map. Moreover, you will always find up-to-date info on diversions, starting points, hosts, accessibility and more.
You can buy a paper visitor's card (price โฌ2) at tourist information offices VVV Essen, VVV Bergen op Zoom and Visit Kalmthout.
Attention. Some trails are shared paths, so please be mindful of other recreationalists such as horse riders and mountain bikers.

Meet the grazers in the grazing area
Important 'inhabitants' of the Grenspark are the sheep and cattle that graze the heathland and contribute to its management. You can bump into them along the way, as a number of walks cross grazing and rest areas. This is fun, because you can see the animals 'at work'. It is important not to disturb the animals' normal movements, which is why dogs are not welcome in this sensitive area, not even on a leash. The same applies to visitors on horseback or by bike. For walkers, always stay on the permitted footpaths, keep a sufficient distance from the animals and do not feed them. To walk in the grazing or rest area, use the crosswalk or gate. Thank you for respecting the guidelines and always closing the gate behind you.


