© Jorgo Kokkinidis
Long distance Hike
Especially for lovers of multiple-day hikes, the Long Distance Hike was developed. This cross-border hike of 137 km connects the 11 municipalities in the Meuse Valley River Park and takes you past the most beautiful landscapes and cosy villages. The hike was voted ‘Best Hiking Route of the Benelux’ in April 2021.
Where to start?
It is best to start the Long Distance Walk at one of the indicated starting points. On the Walking in Limburg website you will find a detailed overview of the entire route and the starting points. Here you can also view and download the route for gps/gpx.
An indispensable tool when preparing your trip is the hiking map ‘Long distance hike. 137 km of cross-border hiking fun’ (€6).
Before you set off, take a look at our news feed for any construction works/divertions on the route.
Way-finding
The Long Distance Hike is signposted along its entire length and in both directions with hexagonal green plaques bearing the RiverPark Maasvallei logo (see image opposite).
In wet seasons, some areas may not be accessible. In that case, follow the adapted signposting – high-water alternative – (hexagonal, green plates with white top edge)
Starting from some starting points (e.g. Maastricht Station and Sittard Station), you first need to follow a short preliminary route that leads to the fixed route of the Long Distance Hike. These preliminary routes are indicated by a hexagonal, white plate with the RivierPark Maasvallei logo on it.
Shortening the route is always possible via the ferries and bridges over the Meuse. Follow the appropriate signs (hexagonal white plates with ‘shorten’ on them).
Water taps
In a number of Meuse villages, you will find water taps along the way. Here you can refill your water bottle safely and for free. You can find the water taps at the following places:
- Stevensweert (at De Maasparel primary school)
- Aldeneik
- Grevenbicht (veerweg)
- Stokkem (at Visitor Center De Wissen)
- Obbicht (market)
- Maasband (Maasdijkweg/Maasbanderkerkweg): nearby: tree monument Meers, Maaskruis Vucht opposite.
- Leut (the water pump on the village square is a water tap point)
- Itteren (‘t Brook, Brigidastraat)
More info on the website: www.drinkwaterkaart.nl
Hiking route flooded? Check it here
From now on, you can verify in advance whether a hiking route or hiking area is flooded after heavy rainfall.
On the map to the right – the Dry Feet tool – you will find an overview of the various measuring points and their current status (dry, recently flooded, submerged). At the top in the black bar, you can filter the measurement points by municipality.
The tool can also be consulted on the go. So you can go out ‘prepared to perfection’ and avoid wet feet on the road!
The Dry Feet tool was created in cooperation with Overlopen.info.
