Trek & Talk

Group Rafting & Hiking Day

Sat, Aug 29 · 10:45 AM CEST

Kajak en Rafting Tour Limburg, Langeweidestraat, 3631, Maasmechelen, BE

Join us for a day on the water and on the land! We're paddling the Grensmaas through the Maasvallei nature reserve with Kajak Tour Limburg — a scenic 6.5 km descent from Uikhoven to Kotem, roughly 1.5 hours on the water.
Then we will hike our way back to the start point through a ~ 7 km path via the nature reserve.

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To book the raft on time please register on meetup and join the What’s app group
before Wednesday August 26th 18:00, so we can arrange payments for booking the raft.
You are welcome of course to book yourself a Kayak and still join us if you register after the deadline for the raft.

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🗓️ Date & ⌛ Time

We will meet on Saturday August 29th at 10:45 and go to pickup the raft at 11:00.
Please be on-time!

📍 Where
Free parking at the STARTING point — we meet there, not at the finish.
Start point: Langeweidestraat, 3631 Maasmechelen (Uikhoven) — drive to the end of the street towards the Grensmaas.

The parking space might be limited at the start, the other closest parking is here.

This is the hike back to the start point from the end point on Komoot.
End point: Weg naar Geneuth, Kotem

💶 Cost
Check prices here.
• Raft: €125 per raft for 4–6 people
• Drybag (5L / 10L): optional, buy online or at the start point

🎒 Bring
• sunscreen, a hat, water and food.
• A dry set of clothes waiting at the end point is a good idea.
• A cord for your sunglasses, and a drybag or waterproof barrel for your phone — leave watches, rings and anything precious at home.

📋 Good to know
• Life jackets are mandatory at all times, at any temperature, and this is checked.
• No alcohol on the water.

⚠️🚨 Disclaimer
This is a casual, free, non-commercial meetup organized by hiking enthusiasts. By participating, you acknowledge that you are joining voluntarily and at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for any personal injury, health issues, transportation, loss, damage, or costs. Each participant is fully responsible for their own safety, equipment, and well-being.

🌼 Perlenbach & Fuhrtsbach Valley Hike

Sat, Sep 5 · 11:45 AM CEST

Parkplatz "Zum Brüchelchen, Zum Brüchelchen, 52156, Monschau, DE

✨ Introduction
This hike takes us through the beautiful Perlenbach and Fuhrtsbach valleys near Monschau — quiet forests, open meadows, small streams and winding natural trails. In spring, the area is especially famous for its huge wild daffodil meadows.
Come for the nature, the walk, and some good conversation along the way!

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🗓️ Date & Time
We meet on Saturday September 5th at 11:45 and start 15 minutes later sharp.
Once we start, we'll share our live location in the hike's WhatsApp group.

🗺️ The Route & Meeting Point
We start and finish at the parking area directly beside the route near Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal, Monschau, Germany.
Google Maps location of the parking area.
Apple Maps location of the parking area.

🥾 Distance: 9.5 km
⛰️ Elevation gain: 210 m
⏱️ Walking time: around 3–3.5 hours
🟠 Difficulty: Moderate

The route follows mostly natural and unpaved paths and requires reasonable fitness and sure-footedness.

👉 View the full route on Komoot

🎒 What to Bring

• Sturdy hiking shoes 🥾
• Water and snacks
• Rain jacket or poncho if rain is expected
• Optional trekking poles

👉 Important

• The hike goes ahead rain or shine.
• Code orange/red weather warning = cancellation.
• Please assess your own fitness and equipment before joining.

⚠️🚨 Disclaimer
This is a casual, free, non-commercial meetup organized by hiking enthusiasts. By participating, you acknowledge that you are joining voluntarily and at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for any personal injury, health issues, transportation, loss, damage, or costs. Each participant is fully responsible for their own safety, equipment, and well-being.