Tips: the best spots around Hooge Heyde

A stay at Corsendonk Hooge Heyde is all about peace and quiet, nature, and getting away from it all. But did you know that our surroundings are also full of hidden gems? Our team is happy to share their personal favorites—places they love to visit themselves and that will make your stay just that little bit more special.

Corsendonk Hooge Heyde is nestled in the heart of nature, so you can step right into the great outdoors from the hotel. Here are our team’s top recommendations:

• The forests around Kasterlee and Lichtaart: vast hiking areas where you can enjoy hours of peace and fresh air
• The ‘Kempense Heuvelrug’: gently rolling landscapes with surprisingly beautiful views
• The ‘Kabouterberg’: a playful and unique hiking spot, ideal for those who want to combine nature with a touch of charm

Whether you choose a short walk or a longer hike, you’ll find complete peace and quiet here.

Sometimes you don’t have to go far to enjoy yourself: our team has their own little spots where they take a break and unwind:

• a sunny spot on the hotel terrace
• a quiet bench at the edge of the woods
• a clearing in the greenery where all you can hear is nature

It’s these little moments that make a stay truly special.

After a walk or bike ride, it’s time to explore the area further. Here are some of our team’s favorite spots to truly enjoy local products:

• Geitenkaas Polle – Kasterlee
  Here you can taste artisanal goat cheese, straight from the farm
• De Honinghoeve – Geel
  A small-scale honey farm near Kasterlee where you’ll find jars of authentic local honey, straight from the beekeeper
• Apples Roes – Oud-Turnhout
  Stop here for local apples or freshly squeezed juice during your regional walk
• Barijs – Kasterlee
  Perfect as the finale to a bike ride—our colleagues love to grab an ice cream cone or sundae here
• ‘t Patatkot – Kasterlee
  A cozy farm shop in Kasterlee that sells products straight from the farmer

What makes these tips so valuable is that they come straight from our team’s daily lives. Not a standard list, but genuine recommendations from people who know this area inside and out.

Let yourself be inspired, get out and explore the diversity of the Kempen—with Corsendonk Hooge Heyde as your peaceful and comfortable home base.

We look forward to welcoming you for a stay filled with nature, relaxation, and personal discoveries.