Surroundings Den Bosch

Explore the Den Bosch area? – Walking and cycling

From De Ruwenberg, you can enjoy the beautiful nature, castles, art, culture, and culinary delights that Brabant has to offer.

Our estate enjoys an exceptionally convenient location. The historic city centre of ’s-Hertogenbosch, with its charming terraces, shops, and museums, is only a 10-minute drive from De Ruwenberg — yet here, you’ll experience none of the city’s bustle. Surrounded by greenery, water, and open landscapes, the hotel serves as the perfect starting point for scenic walking and cycling routes through the stunning Brabant countryside.

Several major nature reserves, such as the Loonse en Drunense Duinen, Kampina, and De Maashorst, are just a short distance away. Discover some of our favourite areas below.

At our reception and on our website, you’ll find walking and cycling routes, and you can rent bicycles, tandems, or me-movers (reservations required at least 24 hours in advance).

Discover ‘s-Hertogenbosch Walking and cycling tracks

Discover the beautiful nature around Den Bosch

We’ve listed the most beautiful nature reserves nearby — all located within 0 to 18 kilometres from Hotel De Ruwenberg.

Along the Dommel

Directly from our back gate, you can walk upstream towards the hydroelectric power plant, which generates 650,000 kWh annually. Along the way, you’ll also pass Nieuw-Herlaer Castle and the Herlaar nature reserve.

Distance: 0 km

Bossche Broek

A wet meadow area directly adjacent to the city centre of ’s-Hertogenbosch. Walk along open fields with views of the city skyline and spot a variety of birds. Afterwards, relax on one of the many terraces in the city centre.

Distance: 7 km

Vughtse Heide

A peaceful area with heathlands and beautiful forest, located near the National Monument Kamp Vught. Perfect to combine with a cultural visit.

Distance: 8 km

De Moerputten

A unique marshland area featuring a long wooden boardwalk and an old railway bridge over the water. Ideal for a 5 km walk in a distinctive setting.

Distance: 10 km

Kampina

A vibrant nature reserve where heathlands, ponds, and stream valleys alternate. Home to rare plants and a wide variety of birds, insects, and other wildlife. Perfect for long walks.

Distance: 15 km

Loonse en Drunense duinen

This ‘Brabant Sahara’ features a unique drifting sand landscape, combined with forests and heathlands. Ideal for longer walks or cycling trips. End your adventure at a terrace of one of the three inns.

Distance: 18 km

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