Grensmaas Valley

Grens Meuse Valley

Discover the nature in the border region

In the gently rolling and almost flat northern part of South Limburg, you will find, on the narrowest part of the Netherlands in the vast floodplain landscape of the Meuse, a unique region. In the Grensmaas Valley, modern progress and industry are combined with real Limburg ‘savoir vivre’.

The expansive Grensmaas Valley offers many gems, but where should you start? VVV South Limburg has already compiled a nice list of hotspots for you. Click here for their top 10.

RiverPark Maas Valley

The Meuse River has sculpted a versatile and fascinating landscape in Limburg over the centuries. A maze of old river channels, cut-off meanders, dikes, and floodplains, along with a distinctive fauna and flora, emerged. Historic cities and notable villages bear witness to a past intertwined with the Meuse. Take a bike, put on hiking boots and discover the cross-border River Park Maas Valley yourself.

On foot or by bike, discover the historic cities and notable villages of the Netherlands and Belgium in this new cross-border natural area. With a mix of old river channels, dikes, cut-off meanders, floodplains, and unique fauna and flora. For more information >> 

Best Hiking Route in the Benelux

This cross-border journey of 137 km connects the 11 Dutch and Belgian Meuse municipalities in the RivierPark Maas Valley and takes you along the most beautiful landscapes and charming villages. The hike was voted 'Best Hiking Route in the Benelux' in April 2021. Click here for more detailed information about the Long Distance hike through RivierPark Maas Valley, such as different starting locations.

Source: VVV Visit South Limburg