Connecterra, Hoge Kempen National Park

Connecterra, Hoge Kempen National Park

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Connecterra, Hoge Kempen National Park

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Location: Maasmechelen, Tongeren, South Limburg, Flanders, Belgium

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May 26, 2026

Connecterra is the main gateway to Hoge Kempen National Park. This unique area is located on the former mining site of Eisden, bordering Dilsen-Stokkem. A quarter of a century ago, …

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November 6, 2022

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The pithead frames you find here are made of concrete. This is in contrast to the metal structures elsewhere in Limburg. They have been completely rebuilt. One of the two pithead frames (the first one you see from the visitor center) is accessible almost to the top.

Also take a look at the photos from the past hanging down below (in chronological order). With a guide ('ranger'), you will learn a lot about the construction of the pithead frames, the lifts, the "wash house", the mine itself and its entire history, including interesting anecdotes.

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November 4, 2024

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The western headframe of the former Eisden mine was converted into the Visitor Center of the Hoge Kempen National Park.

Those who choose Terhills as a base for exploring the National Park will be guided through the headframe, with a cafeteria, shop and information center on the ground floor.

The existing wooden reception building has been preserved but has a different function.

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