National Park the Loonse and Drunense Dunes

National park

About this hidden gem

National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen is also called the Brabant sahara. National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen is over 3,500 hectares and lies between the cities of Tilburg, Waalwijk and 's-Hertogenbosch.

Why you really want to visit this place

Since 2002, the Loonse and Drunense Dunes and De Brand have formed a national park together with small other areas. You will find large sandy plains, heathland and forests here. Come here to wander through the drifting sand, take a cycling tour through vast forests or come horseback riding or mountain biking over sand hills.

This is how you make a difference

Our nature reserves are special places. Let us work together to keep them pristine and protected. Want to help? With these tips, you can make a difference:

  • stay on the beaten track this time
  • keep dogs on a leash
  • move around...

National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen is also called the Brabant sahara. National Park De Loonse en Drunense Duinen is over 3,500 hectares and lies between the cities of Tilburg, Waalwijk and 's-Hertogenbosch.

Why you really want to visit this place

Since 2002, the Loonse and Drunense Dunes and De Brand have formed a national park together with small other areas. You will find large sandy plains, heathland and forests here. Come here to wander through the drifting sand, take a cycling tour through vast forests or come horseback riding or mountain biking over sand hills.

This is how you make a difference

Our nature reserves are special places. Let us work together to keep them pristine and protected. Want to help? With these tips, you can make a difference:

  • stay on the beaten track this time
  • keep dogs on a leash
  • move quietly and talk softly (then you won't disturb the animals)
  • bring a rubbish bag (for your own waste but also for litter you see lying around)
  • no smoking and no fires
  • leave only footprints and take only memories back home