Kabouterkoning Kyrië Avonturenpad

Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Koebosch in Hoogeloon with your (grand)children. The kabouterkoning Kyrië Avonturenpad makes this even more fun. The adventure trail, which is approximately 2.5 km long, is free to visit. Gnome King Kyrie is a folk tale from Hoogeloon in North Brabant. According to the stories, Gnome King Kyrie was the leader of the gnomes who lived in the Kempen. The gnomes would set out at night to help the farmers and people in the surrounding area. Along the walking route, you’ll pass adventure stations where children can take part in games and activities centred around Gnome King Kyrie and nature. Great fun for the whole family! Please note: the trail is not suitable for people with reduced mobility, pushchairs or wheelchairs! 

King Kyrië Trail (the story)
Life wasn’t always easy in the Brabant countryside. The farmers had to work hard. And despite all the ploughing, planting and fertilising, the poor sandy soil yielded little. The farms were relatively small. Setbacks such as a season that was too wet often had disastrous consequences. They found comfort and hope in their Catholic faith, but also in stories about gnomes. These kind-hearted creatures would secretly carry out odd jobs for a farmer who was ill or in need of help. Or was it, after all, the sense of community amongst the local farmers?