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In Bladel

Find out more abou de Kempen Playing at ‘ de Groene Long ’ in Bladel

Bladel, with its five charming villages – Hapert, Netersel, Hoogeloon, Casteren and Bladel – is full of stories and surprises. Be inspired by unique local tales and discover hidden gems that even the locals sometimes don’t know about. Enjoy sumptuous delicacies on the sunny terraces. Below, we’ve highlighted some special venues that guarantee a unique experience. Think of the Surfers Splash Bay at Landal Het Vennenbos , or a delicious ice cream from De Smaak. There are also countless other spots typical of Bladel waiting to be discovered. Bladel has everything it takes to surprise you. Discover the pride of this municipality for yourself!

De Achterste Hoef Leisure Park

Brabant is renowned for its exuberant lifestyle and hospitality. You’ll find this reflected at De Achterste Hoef Leisure Park too! Here, you can enjoy a delicious meal in their own restaurant, which features a spacious and sunny terrace. Pull up a chair for a cup of coffee with apple strudel, a cosy dinner, or simply soak up the sun and enjoy a good glass of wine whilst the children play in the playground. You can also stay overnight at De Achterste Hoef Leisure Park. Everything has been thought of here for young and old alike! Will you be popping by soon? 

The story of ‘ Zwarte Kaat ’

As the name ‘Zwarte Kaat’ suggests, this woman was certainly no charming lady. She lived some 400 years ago in Helleneind, a hamlet on the heath between Bladel and Hulsel. With her thin lips and pointed hawk-like nose, she looked like a witch and led a gang that was feared throughout the Brabantse Kempen for its numerous raids.

Legend has it that Zwarte Kaat kidnapped a newborn boy from Hoeve Ten Vorsel and raised him herself for many years. Eventually, Zwarte Kaat was captured and killed. Instead of a cross, a tree was planted on her grave. This grew into a tree with very whimsical shapes and is now called ‘the Witch’s Tree’. To this day, this tree can be seen in the woods of the Ten Vorsel Estate ( Landgoed Ten Vorsel).

Discover the history of our municipality! Bladel boasts a wealth of places of interest, an overview of which is provided below. One particularly special attraction is the ‘Maggiblokje’, the smallest house in Bladel (6x5x4) and also a day labourer’s cottage dating from 1850. Often, the day labourer would also practise his trade here, for example as a cigar maker or coppersmith. This cottage was restored in 1994 and is now a listed building. It now forms part of the bungalow built behind it, serving as a bedroom.

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