Attractions and Places To See in Beegder Heide - Top 18

Several walking and cycling routes run through the Beegderheide, giving visitors the opportunity to explore this beautiful and diverse nature reserve.

On the edge of the Meuse Valley lies the Beegderheide nature reserve. It features a wide variety of open heathland and secluded woodlands. Characteristic of the Beegderheide are its rich topography and the large number of small and large fens. Moreover, the Beegderheide is a haven for a diverse array of plants and animals, including several rare and endangered species such as the field cricket, moor frog, and various salamander and dragonfly species. Sparrowhawks, hawks, and woodpeckers also breed annually in the woods, and the extremely rare Phegea butterfly is abundant here. A unique natural area has been recreated on the Beegderheide, with diverse deciduous and coniferous forests, a sand drift, several heathlands, and various fens. Parts of the area are grazed and therefore fenced off. Part of the Beegderheide is the Lange Vlieter, a gravel pit that is used as a reservoir for the drinking water supply.

The Sint Lindertmolen (Sint Lindert Mill) was built between Heel and Panheel as an open standard mill with the permission of Countess Douairière de Horion in 1790. It was relocated to the edge of the Beegderheide in 1856. In 1928, the mill's four open legs were covered with round walls and covered with asphalt paper roofs. In 1965, miller Niessen installed an electric hammer mill in his barn, and in 1969, a major renovation took place, making it possible to grind in the mill again. In 1991, the last miller, Sjeng Niessen, died. In 1997, it became apparent that the mill's standard had been severely affected by the colorful rodent bait. The municipality of Heel purchased the mill, and a comprehensive renovation followed. The mill was dismantled, and the enormous frame was renewed. The pot rods and wooden tail were replaced with welded steel. As many original parts as possible were treated and cleaned. The mill reopened in 2000. Two years later, a new mill barn was built and converted into a reception and information room. The mill then received its name: Sint Lindertmolen. Sint Lindert, or Leonardus, was a hermit in the sixth century. He is a folk saint who cured all kinds of illnesses and pests, such as infertility, rheumatism, and livestock diseases in horses and cattle. He was venerated in Beegden until the 1950s.

Vast heathlands, idyllic little lakes, moorland, gnarled pines, and sandy soil covered in pine cones alternate harmoniously. No matter the season... a visit to the Beegderheide is always beautiful!

This unpaved cycle path runs through the Beegderheide, a beautiful nature reserve that is perfect to explore by bike. You cycle along sand drifts, through deciduous and coniferous forests and along fens, grasslands and heathlands. The ideal place for a bike ride through a unique piece of Limburg nature!

The Sint Lindertmolen was built in 1790 with the permission of the Countess-douairier de Horion between Heel and Panheel, built as an open standard mill. In 1856 he moved to the edge of the Beegderheide. In 1928 the four open feet of the mill with circular walls were fitted with a roof of asphalt paper. In 1965 the miller Niessen puts an electric hammer red mill in his barn and in 1969 a major renovation takes place so that the mill can also be used for grinding again. In 1991 the last miller, Sheng Niessen, died. In 1997 the standard was heavily affected by the spotted gnawing beetle. The municipality of Who buys the mill and a total renovation follows. The mill is dismantled and the large standard renewed. The pottards and the wooden tail are replaced with welded steel. As many original parts as possible are treated and maintained. The reopening takes place in 2000. Two years later, a new mill barn is built and furnished as a reception and information room. The mill then receives its name: Sint Lindertmolen. Saint Lindert or Leonardus was a hermit in the sixth century. He is a saint against all kinds of diseases and plagues such as infertility, rheumatism and cattle diseases in horses and cattle. He was venerated in Bavaria until the 1950s. Technical data: Type: closed standard mill for grinding grain - Fastening: 2 coupling grindstones - Weighing system: old Holland - Flight: 25.20 m - Rudder and stern: so-called Derckx steel - Special feature: guardhouse on the balcony.

A unique piece of nature has emerged in the Beegderheide, with varied deciduous and coniferous forests, a sand drift, several moors and several fens. Parts of the area are grazed and are therefore fenced off. Part of the Beegderheide is the Lange Vlieter, a gravel pit that is used as a drinking water reservoir. Various hiking and cycling trails lead through the Beegderheide and give visitors the opportunity to explore this beautiful and diverse nature reserve.

When the blue flag is flying outside you can visit the mill from the inside 👍