Nature Reserve Guide
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put is a nature reserve located between Mol and Retie in Postel, Belgium. This area features a diverse landscape, including open water, extensive reed beds, marshes, heathland, and both coniferous and deciduous forests, providing varied terrain for outdoor activities. The reserve's unique ecosystems and varied topography make it suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, gravel biking, and more.
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put offers more than 50 routes across…
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4.5
(127)
712
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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395
hikers
10.7km
02:42
20m
20m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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378
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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162
hikers
7.53km
01:54
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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168
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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140
riders
28.3km
02:05
40m
40m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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280
riders
75.8km
04:57
160m
160m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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riders
40.2km
02:36
60m
60m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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122
riders
68.0km
03:23
120m
120m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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103
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47.5km
02:16
60m
60m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

112
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41.3km
01:57
50m
50m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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87
riders
26.2km
01:08
50m
50m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(4)
54
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36
riders
71.7km
04:09
120m
120m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11
riders
12.0km
00:41
20m
20m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
runners
8.41km
00:52
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.2km
01:29
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
runners
10.7km
01:06
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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69
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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76
riders
56.8km
03:30
80m
80m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
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56.6km
03:51
70m
70m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

27
riders
52.0km
03:28
70m
70m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Natuurreservaat Ronde Put is a nature reserve situated between Mol and Retie in Postel, Belgium. It covers 169 hectares and features diverse landscapes such as open water, extensive reed beds, marshes, heathland, and forests. The reserve is recognized for its significant ornithological and botanical value.
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Touring cycling. There are more than 80 routes available across these sports, catering to different interests and skill levels.
Popular hiking routes include the Ronde Put Boardwalk – Ronde Put Bird Hide loop from Het Goor, an easy 4.8-mile (7.8 km) trail. Another option is the Ronde Put Nature Reserve – Ronde Put Bird Hide loop from Het Goor, a moderate 6.6-mile (10.7 km) route. For more options, consult the Hiking in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put guide.
Yes, Natuurreservaat Ronde Put offers several easy hiking trails. The Ronde Put Boardwalk – Ronde Put Bird Hide loop from Het Goor is an easy 4.8-mile (7.8 km) route. The Postel Abbey – Inn De Beiaard loop from Abdij van Postel is another easy 3.9-mile (6.3 km) option. More easy routes can be found in the Easy hikes in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put guide.
For road cycling, the Dessel-Schoten Canal – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Retie is a popular moderate 25.5-mile (41.0 km) route. Gravel biking enthusiasts can explore the The Zwart Water – Retie Watermill loop from Retie, a moderate 33.4-mile (53.8 km) trail. Guides for Road Cycling and Gravel biking are available.
The provided information does not specify the exact dog policy for Natuurreservaat Ronde Put. Visitors should check local signage or contact the reserve management for current regulations regarding dogs on trails and in specific areas.
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put features diverse ecosystems including open water, reed beds, marshes, heathland, and forests. Unique 'drijftillen' (floating islands) host rare plants. The reserve is a significant birdwatching location, with two bird hides available for observing species like buzzards, kingfishers, and various waterfowl.
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the area have an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars from over 350 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put, Road Cycling Routes in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put, and Gravel biking in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put. Other guides cover Easy hikes, MTB Trails, Running Trails, and general Cycling.
The official website for information regarding Natuurreservaat Ronde Put and the adjacent Watering area is natuurenbos.be. For specific inquiries, the Agentschap voor Natuur en Bos can be reached at +32 2 553 81 02.
Yes, the broader region around Natuurreservaat Ronde Put offers mountain biking opportunities. A notable moderate route is The Zwart Water – Lichtaart Singletrack loop from Natuurreservaat Ronde Put, which spans about 46.4 miles (74.7 km). More trails can be found in the MTB Trails in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put guide.
Natuurreservaat Ronde Put provides several routes suitable for jogging. The Het Goor Ponds, Dessel loop from Het Goor is a moderate 5.2-mile (8.4 km) option. Another moderate route is the Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten Canal – Along the canal loop from Het Goor, covering 8.8 miles (14.2 km). For more, see the Running Trails in Natuurreservaat Ronde Put guide.

