Walking near Arnhem and Nijmegen
Hiking near Arnhem and Nijmegen probably gives you an image of the Nijmegen four-day hiking event. This walking event has become a legendary event, where hikers from all over the world anticipate in. However, Arnhem and Nijmegen have a lot more to offer outside of those four days.
Riverbanks
One of the most beautiful hiking areas is the Gelderse Poort. This area is located on the riverbanks of the Waal and Rhine. A pretty swampy area without trails, but with wild horses and cattle. Discover the Galloway cattle and Koninkhorses. Visit Fort Pannerden, from 1869, which is part of the Ijssel line. ‘t Gelderse island at Tolkamer offers hikers five themed routes with which you can learn all about the struggles against the water
Four-day walking event in Nijmegen
The four-day walking event in Nijmegen is the highlight of the year in this area. Annually about 50000 walkers participate in this largest hiking event in the world. Some preparation for this even is certainly advisable, since you walk approximately 40 kilometers each day. At the end of the event there is a big party in Nijmegen and surrounding municipalities.
Planning a hiking trip near Arnhem and Nijmegen? Make your trip complete with an overnight stay in one of the Van der Valk hotels. You can also choose for one of the offers listed below.