De Kevie, Tongeren, Limburg, Belgium
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De Kevie, Park van de Oostelijke Jeker, Tongeren, Limburg, Belgium
Waymark Code: WMYQJM
Location: Limburg, Belgium
Date Posted: 07/12/2018
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The Kevie is a nature reserve that is located between Tongeren and Mal. The area is managed by Natuurpunt and measures approximately 35 ha. It is part of the Landscape Park of the Eastern Jeker, together with De Beemden, De Meersen and Het Hardel. The Kevie is an area of moist meadows in the Jeker valley. It is a small-scale landscape of former hay meadows, marshes, stream-accompanying forests and thickets, pools, wooded banks and pollard willows. An area of 35 ha is grazed by Heck cattle after crossing to the Oeros. The area has a loamy soil and has a rich plant growth. The mockingbird and blackbird can be called from the birds. The crested salamander, the small salamander and the alpine water salamander are found in the ponds. The area is European protected as part of Natura 2000 area 'Jeker valley and upper course of the Demerval valley' (habitat directive area BE2200041). Cultural history, Blaarmolen and Scherpenberg Castle are important. The Kevie is accessed through marked trails for hikers. ( visit link)
Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 35ha
Is there a trail system?: Yes
If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Beemdenwandeling:2.6km
Molenwandeling= 5.6km
Keviewandeling:8km
Jekerwandeling:6.7km
What points of interest are there?: River Jeker, Rivercrossing, ponds, Birdwatching cabin
What activities are available?: Walking, biking
Hours of accessibility?: Sunrise/sunset
List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Ticks
Dogs Allowed?: Yes
Is a permit/fee required?: No
Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]
If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Not listed
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Visit Instructions: Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!
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