Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

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Netherlands

Limburg

Weert

Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

Moderate

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Laurabossen Woods – Boardwalk Smeetshof loop from Laurabossen

03:05

12.3km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Natuurreservaat Smeetshof

Kempen~Broek

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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436 m

Laurabossen Woods

Highlight • Forest

In addition to the natural splendor, the Laurabossen also offer historical significance.

Coal used to be extracted here in the Laura mine, which was in operation from 1907 to 1992. …

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1.81 km

Tauros Grazing Area

Highlight • Natural

Approach the grazers with respect and keep your distance. They usually move out of your way, if not, make a short bypass.

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2.39 km

Boardwalk in Kempen-Broek Nature Reserve

Highlight • Trail

A slightly longer bat path in good condition. It takes you to the wider Kettingdijk (elevated dirt road) where various routes, including large route paths, run. The sides are ideal for a closer look at water plants and swamp areas.

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5.07 km

Wooden Boardwalk Over the Pond

Highlight • Bridge

This is a fairly short bat trail, there are longer ones elsewhere. It is not in ideal condition but is in better condition than many others we have already seen …

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7.13 km

Boardwalk Smeetshof

Highlight • Trail

This decking path runs from the main road towards the Smeetshof farm.

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7.27 km

Grenspaal 164

Highlight • Monument

Border post 164 for the enthusiasts. There is much more than a pole. Grab info boards and some memorials.

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8.90 km

Kettinghoeve (Turfhuis) Kettingdijk

Highlight • Historical Site

Kettingdijk is not only the name of the higher sand road that lies here, but also of the farm built in 1939 (in the Dutch Altweerterheide (Weert), also known as "the turf house" but actually called Kettinghoeve.

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10.4 km