Hoge Kempen National Park (Nationaal Park Hoge Kempen) is the first National Park in Flanders, Belgium. It is located in the Campine in the East of the Province of Limburg, between Genk and the Meuse River (Dutch:Maas) Valley. It includes the elevated ground that defines the watershed between that river and the low ground of the drainage basin of the Demer river that covers most of Belgian Limburg.
Getting there
The national park is located between Genk and Maastricht. You should go for either of these two cities when visiting the park. Both cities have plenty of options for renting a car and driving to the park. The closest international airports are Brussels or Dusseldorf in Germany.
When to visit
This is one of the good places to visit in all seasons. The park is located close to cities and you can easily combine your visit to the park with a visit to the cities.
Map of Hoge Kempen National Park
Image gallery of Hoge Kempen National Park
Visitor/Information centres in Hoge Kempen National Park
Most national parks have an associated visitor centre to help visitors. They are usually open most of the year but some close in the off-season. You will often be able to find information on all the activities in the national park. A visit to the visitor centre is often recommended before venturing into the park.
Wildlife in Hoge Kempen National Park
These sections shows you some of the characteristic wildlife to the national park.
Bears in Hoge Kempen National Park
No bears in the park
This national park has no bears and you do not need to take precautions.
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