What to do

An adventure on the Pagadderpad is more than just a walk! It is a fun way for children to exercise and have fun in natural surroundings. Mother, father, brother, sister, dog,... everyone on an adventure together. The generous choice of activities and games helps to create a unique circuit through the forest. Plus, it is always open and free of charge!

-An inspirational walk in the forest of Galbergen.

The Hoevenpad footpath offers a rural environment, dotted with farms, agricultural land, stands of alder, as well as forest trails and forgotten droves: these are what characterise the Hoevenpad. The starting point is Den Driehoek tavern on the Stokt.

Het Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer, the sea of the Kempen. Beautiful swimming lake and sparkling white beach offering many sporting and leisure activities. It's impossible to be bored here.

Playground in a quiet, wooded area. Ideal for walking, cycling, camping and above all for playing.

Get on board all year round for a wonderful trip in the most beautiful part of the Kempen. Comfortable marathon carriages drawn by Welsh Arabian horses, small, lively, intelligent and good-natured animals with plenty of stamina.

Unsurprisingly, the area inspired an entire school of painters, of whom Jakob Smits and Dirk Baksteen are the most well-known. Particularly interesting is the Way of the Cross of the 'Vijftien Kapellekens' (fifteen chapels).

De Kruierroute, or 'wheel barrow route' – our neighbours the Balenaars moved their church using wheel barrows - passes the prettiest spots in Balen, Mol and Lommel. Water is important in this area too, but you will also pass Olmen Zoo and a real cowboy village.

The protected area of the Ronde Put, extending over 500 acres, is located on the border between Postel and Retie.

Excitement and relaxation for all ages.

The cycling network enables the visitor to plan their own route to their own liking. In order to help you get started, we have planned a lovely route for visitors.

Our municipality has some beautiful graffiti artworks. You can admire them all during the route. 'Street-Art in #MooiMol'.

Playground close to the swimming lake beach.

Would you like to try water sports with your group? Learn how to sail, kayak or surf on this water sports lake of nearly 25 acres with the help of an expert coach.

ycling through the trees in the Pijnven in Hechtel-Eksel is an iconic bicycle bridge that lets you cycle between the treetops in Bosland. From now on you no longer have to go to Hechtel-Eksel to start this route, but you start from Mol.

Outdoor tours and hikes on horseback, in a stunning environment

A large part of this route follows the canals. It lies mostly in the region of Dessel but passes the canal banks of Mol. In the olden days, the barges were pulled by way of human and horse labour. The sound of the horses' hooves on the cobbles on the bank was called 'ketsen' This is why the route is called the 'Vaartketsers' route.

This walk lives up to its name. After a glance a the nuclear power station of the SCK, the route takes you to the majestic Prinsenpark.

A unique experience: Socialise with friends, family or colleagues in peace and quiet while enjoying the freedom of the water.

Are you going on the road with Lot & Bot? These 2 mischievous heroes take all children's sleuths on their treasure hunts, photo searches and adventures in Mol throughout the year.

Toddler playground and playground for older children.

Long distance cycle route which is part of the 'borderless cycling' project. This route of 110 km connects Antwerp in Belgium and Eindhoven in the Netherlands. Part of the route crosses the Mol area.

The walking route 'Molse Meren' has acquired a great new highlight. A new footpath has been opened to the general public over one of the hills of nature reserve 't Oud Stort. 'At the top of the hill, you feel as if you're in Scotland', says Jef Sas, conservationist and nature guide of the organisation Natuurpunt.

What could be more enjoyable than messing about on the water for an hour or so in a rowing boat or a pedalo?

Learn how to kayak on this water sports lake of 10 hectares under the guidance of an expert coach.

340 k of lovely walking in the parishes of Balen, Geel, Meerhout and Mol (Heidehuizen).

Den Uyt boasts an open air swimming pool of Olympic dimensions. Besides the large swimming pool, there is also a separate kids' and paddling pool for toddlers and very young children.

During the trip, the qualified regional guide will explain the history of the canals, the discovery of white sand and its applications, the Sibelco sand miner, the lakes and the accompanying re-purposing activities. We will pass through several locks, and watch how the boat is able to bridge height differences up to a few metres. If there is enough time, we ...

From time to time the river Nete meanders through the typically Kempen landscape of heather, dunes and fir trees.

The highlight of the Familiestrand family beach is its extremely sociable character.

In spring and summer, when the weather is good, visitors can walk over the cobbles in and around the abbey of Postel. For many people it is a long-standing tradition: going to Postel, enjoying a nature walk, visiting the abbey and completing the day with an ice cream, bag of chips or a hot dog.

The cycling network in the Antwerpse Kempen offers copious cycling options. The network consists of over 2000 kilometres of great cycle paths, which are signed in both directions. The network incorporates the most attractive routes and is designed with safety and comfort in mind.

The Zilvermeer is the ideal leisure destination for all ages. Toddler and infant playground with an inn and outdoor café nearby. Fun playground for older children and adventure playground for daredevils with rope way, living bridges, spinning and climbing...

Postel Abbey is at the centre of five beautiful walks. The Abbey has been a hub of trading routes since the Middle Ages.

Completely refurbished playground where children can enjoy themselves while their parents relax in the spacious and friendly outdoor café. De Kaasboerin offers lots of free parking.

Impressive! That's the only word for this route. A unique canal junction, Bailey bridges from WW II and lakes formed as a result of historic sand and lignite mining, this walk has it all. Enjoy your picnic at the ancient border marker stone called 'Steen der Zeven Heerlijkheden' or 'Stone of the Seven Domains'.

After mounting 217 steps you find yourself at a height of 37 metres where you can enjoy a fantastic view of the region.

Secluded in the forest, a stone's throw from the Dutch border, you will find Postel Abbey. In 1140 the Norbertine monks built their monastery and oratory here. Explore the fascinating Bailey Bridge, the Sas 4-tower and the locks. This route runs through beautiful landscape.

Would you like to try watersports with your group? Learn how to sail, kayak or surf on this water sports lake of nearly 25 acres with the help of an expert coach.