A wet and dry

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Last verified: 2 January 2026

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In the southeast of Geel, the Grote Nete meanders languidly between the fields in nature reserve Malesbroek. It comprises no less than 100 hectares of water landscape that is biologically valuable. At its center is a large, shallow pond: a remnant of former peat extraction. In Malesbroek, dry sandy ridges with coniferous forests and heath flow into a rugged stream valley with reed beds and swamp forests ~the favorite biotope of numerous bird species.
The short walk counts 5.8 kilometers. Can it be a little more? Then take the one of 13 kilometers. Rep yourself to bustling Geel for a landscape walk on the remnants of peat extraction. And don't forget your boots and binoculars!

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