Back in time
From the year 700, arable villages began to develop in De Maashorst. Think of villages such as Uden, Nistelrode and Schaijk. In these villages lived farmers, each with their own cattle.
In order to provide the cattle with sufficient food, the farmers let their cattle graze on the heath. Every day they took the same route to the heathland. In this natural way, lanes (wide sandy roads) and drifts (narrow sandy paths) were created. To this day, the paths and roads are anchored in the landscape of De Maashorst.
Imagine yourself in the past and plan your trip along the avenues and drifts in the area.
On the go in De Maashorst
You should not miss these lanes and drifts during your visit to De Maashorst.
Zeelandsedreef
This lane ran from Zeeland to Nistelrode. The pass is rich in flora and fauna. Did you know that you can also explore the avenues with an IVN guide?
Udensedreef
The Udensedreef runs right through the grazing area. Go on an adventure and make your way along everything De Maashorst has to offer.
Schaijksedreef
Anyone who takes a trip on the Schaijksedreef will automatically come across De Boshut and the Docus de Das Adventure Path. Fun guaranteed!
the natural highlights
De Maashorst is full of special nature