Walking through the Achterhoek

There are 40 hiking routes developed in the Achterhoek. You will find a wide variety of this beautiful region. Discover the landscape at Winterswijk, Lochem and the woods near the River at Lobith. The Achterhoek has a lot to offer.

Peat and Pieterpad

Take a walk in the peats in the Korenburgerveen between Winterswijk and Lichtenvoorde. Experience the peaceful and pristine nature or join a tour. At the crack of dawn, you will see the wild life in this area. In the Achterhoek, you can also follow some part of the Pieterpad. This original route runs from Pieterburen in Groningen through the rear corner to the Sint-Pietersberg in South Limburg. The part in the Achterhoek runs from Laren via Doetichem to ‘s Heerenberg.

Watermills and castles

During your walk you can see various sights. For example, visit the Mallumse Water Mill dating from 1748 or the corn mill ‘the Star’ in Geesteren. The administrators would like to give you a tour. In the gardens of the medieval castle Ruurlo you can make beautiful walks. 

Planning a hiking trip through the Achterhoek? Make your trip complete with an overnight stay in one of the Van der Valk hotels. You can also choose for one of the offers listed below.

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