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Walk in the Turf Canal Valley
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7.90km
20m
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This fascinating walk through the Dal van de Turfvaart takes you through the history of peat extraction. This 8-kilometer route takes you past historic sights, including the beautiful Wallsteijn estate, the Oude Buisse Heide, the picturesque Turfvaart and Herberg 't Pannehûske.
The Dal van de Turfvaart, located in North Brabant, has a rich history of peat extraction. During the walk you will be amazed by the remains of this turbulent past.
The first attraction on the route is the impressive Wallsteijn estate. This place was created by the excavation of the raised bog for peat extraction. The estate today offers a charming blend of natural splendor and historic grandeur.
While you then walk across the Oude Buisse Heide, you will be surrounded by a characteristic landscape of heaths, forests and fens. This area used to be of great importance for peat extraction and still has a special charm.
A highlight of the walk is the Turfvaart, an idyllic canal that used to be used to transport peat. This quiet waterway has a rich history. Take a break and imagine the bustle of the past.
End your walk at Herberg 't Pannehûske, a charming place where you can relax and enjoy a snack and drink.
This walk is best reached by car. You can easily find parking at the parking lot on the Roosendaalsebaan next to the Herberg.
Last updated: June 8, 2024
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Wallsteijn Estate
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1.92 km
Oude Buisse Heide
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Turfvaart
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But what exactly is peat? In moist swampy areas, dead plants accumulated over hundreds, if not thousands of years, creating a peat layer several meters thick. This was then excavated and the blocks laid to dry. This is how peat was created. Such a bundle of dried plant remains formed an extremely efficient fuel. From the peat areas, the peat was transported by cart or peat ship to the inhabited world.
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Inn 't Pannehûske
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2.98 km
2.60 km
1.43 km
834 m
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2.30 km
2.30 km
2.19 km
898 m
200 m
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May 25, 2023
This fascinating walk through the Dal van de Turfvaart takes you through the history of peat extraction. This 8-kilometer route takes you past historic sights, including the beautiful Wallsteijn estate, the Oude Buisse Heide, the picturesque Turfvaart and Herberg 't Pannehûske.
The Dal van de Turfvaart
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