Ride this recommended TOP Scenic Route through the Cartierheide on your saddle or in your horse-drawn carriage. Unlimited horseback riding in the Kempen region.
The Cartierheide heath is a beautiful area with a completely new network for horse riders and carriage drivers. You can ride for miles in this picturesque region, but you can also choose to take just a short trip out with your mount.
The Cartierheide heath is part of the De Kempen natural park and is located near the village of Eersel. The area is known for its wild heathland and rich history. The ideal starting point for this equestrian route is Natuurpoort (Nature Gate) TerSpegelt. From there you can tour the heath, while enjoying the beautiful flora and fauna. Moreover, as a rider you can cut through between junction 88 and 85, crossing the endless heathland.
Tip: The Cartierheide heath is also a special experience on foot. One of the things you will discover during this 6.5-kilometre walk is an unusual wooden pathway.
The Cartierheide heath is managed by Staatsbosbeheer, the Dutch governmental organization for forestry and the management of nature reserves. This organisation is committed to protecting this natural landscape area, maximising biodiversity, and ensuring that present and future generations can continue to enjoy our precious countryside.
You can spot all kinds of animals on the Cartierheide heath. If you go out in the early morning or evening twilight, chances are that you will come face to face with one of the many deer. And you might see a viviparous lizard or a smooth snake slithering about in the shrubs. But don’t worry, they aren’t poisonous!
You can start and end this route at Nature Gate TerSpegelt. While your horse is in the meadow, you can enjoy a cup of coffee or delicious (regional) products at De Keizer's, served in the restaurant, the conservatory, the pleasant garden room or on the veranda by a crackling fire.
Parking
You can park your car with trailer at Natuurpoort TerSpegelt. You will have enough space to lead the horses out of the trailer.
Address:
Natuurpoort TerSpegelt
Postelseweg 88
5521 RD Eersel
Ride from one intersection to the next.
Just follow the intersection numbers and arrows.
This route has been developed by the riders and carriage drivers of local equestrian association Paardrijden in de Kempen.
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