Kalkense Marshes

The Kalkense Meersen is a breathtaking nature reserve that enchants visitors with its unparalleled beauty and diversity. This vast landscape of 600 hectares is a feast for the eyes, where nature unfolds in all its glory. Stroll through the picturesque coulee landscape, where hedges and rows of trees line the expansive grasslands, and be surprised by the variety of open and semi-open areas. The alluvial soils create a carpet of lush grasslands, a paradise for flora and fauna. But the Kalkense Meersen has even more to offer. Scattered throughout the area, you'll find sandy ridges, slightly elevated and drier spots that enrich the landscape. Here you can see another aspect of this area. Crops are grown on these ridges. This unique combination of natural and cultural-historical elements makes the Kalkense Meersen an absolute highlight for nature lovers, hikers, and cyclists. Discover for yourself why this area is considered one of the last extensive Scheldt wetlands and let yourself be enchanted by the tranquility, biodiversity, and unspoiled beauty of this Flemish nature gem.

Pascal Brackman