Sagas and Legends
Discover exciting cycling and walking routes in the Bladel area.
Below, we’ve highlighted the best and most exciting routes in our municipality for you:
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The Witches’ Tree
The Witches’ Tree
Four hundred years ago, the notorious gang of Zwarte Kaat spread fear throughout the Brabantse Kempen. They plundered, robbed and kidnapped – until their deeds led to their downfall. Discover the traces of Zwarte Kaat in the Bladel area. Click here for the story.
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Zwarte Kaat
Zwarte Kaat
Around 400 years ago, Zwarte Kaat terrorised the Brabantse Kempen. With her gang, she raided farms and spread fear throughout the region. According to legend, she even kidnapped a newborn boy from Hoeve Ten Vorsel farm. Discover the story here.
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Kyrië, the Gnome King
Kyrië, the Gnome King
Long ago, a mysterious race of gnomes lived in de Kempen . At night, they helped people with their work – carpentry, baking, ploughing – but anyone who disturbed them was punished. So leave them in peace! Discover the story of the Kempen gnomes.