Discover ‘t Gulden Land

(9.9 km)

A nature reserve that is green and gold at the same time. 't Gulden Land is a varied area where swamp forest and grass plains alternate, the calming effect of water can be felt by people, animals and nature and a rich history can be discovered. In 1246, Mary of Brabant founded Binderen Abbey here and until 1884 the Gulden Huys stood here.

't Gulden Land is a paradise for nature lovers and those seeking peace and quiet. Cycling and walking paths lead through this beautiful landscape with water and greenery.

Here, you can escape a busy existence and relax, or stretch out. Feel free. Take a breather.

IMPORTANT: This route contains sections where paths may be less passable. The cause may be the path itself, but also e.g. water (rain) or sand (mud).

Take a look

Sights on this route

Starting point: Bakelseweg 1
5735 SC Aarle-Rixtel

Food forest

In the food forest, you will find a wide variety of fruit and nut trees.

Playing naturally

Get out and romp!

Orchard

Here is the orchard of ‘t Gulden Land. Beautiful, diverse fruit trees grow here.

Passing port

You are standing here at Laarbeek's marina. In summer, this place is full of recreational boats.

Entrance to ‘t Gulden Land

Welcome to one of the three main entrances to ‘t Gulden Land! Nice of you to come and visit this beautiful nature area of Helmond and Laarbeek. On the entrance element you will find the map of the area with everything you can see or experience here.

Entrance to ‘t Gulden Land

Het Gulden Huys

Until the end of the 19th century, ‘t Gulden Land housed the Rixtel castle, better known as the ’Gulden Huijs.’ For centuries, noble lords seated here controlled the seigniory to which the villages of Aarle, Beek, Donk, Stiphout and Rixtel belonged. The lords owned numerous large farms and estates.

Jan Visser Museum

The Jan Visser Museum focuses on the agricultural past before the mechanization with collections of objects from the old trades.

Kapel van Binderen

The Chapel of Binderen is located in the district of Helmond-North, on the premises of the former Cistercian abbey Sancta Maria de Valle Imperatricis, which was demolished in 1650.