Zwalmmolen – Tourist Office East Flanders loop from Nederzwalm-Hermelgem

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Zwalmmolen – Tourist Office East Flanders loop from Nederzwalm-Hermelgem

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Zwalmmolen – Tourist Office East Flanders loop from Nederzwalm-Hermelgem

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9.88km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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986 m

Simoensbos (Middenloop Zwalm)

Forest

1.52 km

Red beech tunnel

Highlight • Natural

A red beech tunnel overshadows your passage along the banks of the Zwalm. Keep calm don't tremble it's just for a moment. You'll be through it in no time, even on one leg

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3.06 km

Grandparents Lucrèse and Patrick are having their two grandchildren immortalized as a mural by Ghent street artist Jamz of the Wallin' collective.
Patrick De Poortere: "Our two grandchildren are walking …

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4.86 km

Zwalmmolen

Highlight • Monument

The first time the Zwalmmolen appeared in the history books was in 1227, when it was still the property of St. Peter's Abbey in Corbie. Originally, the mill mainly processed …

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4.87 km

Tourist Office East Flanders

Highlight • Rest Area

The tourist office located at Rekegemstraat 26 in Zwalm (at the Zwalmmolen) is open:
From March to October: every Saturday and Sunday.
During all school holidays from Wednesday to Sunday …

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4.91 km

Zwalmmolen Picnic Spot

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Here you can rest, eat, drink, or whatever.

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5.44 km

Peace Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

Located on the bridge over the Zwalmbeek. Built on behalf of the Putman and Matthijs families as a expression of gratitude after the Second World War. Architectural style inspired by …

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6.36 km

Gaverbos

Forest

7.02 km

IJzerkot Mill

Highlight • Monument

The mill from the 15th century has been grinding flour again since 2021, from which bread is baked in the bakery opposite. You can taste it in the tavern, where …

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9.53 km

Ter Biestmolen Watermill

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Hofstede Ter Biest is an attractive B&B for a moment of relaxation or a surprising discovery of the Zwalm region, one of the most beautiful parts of the Flemish Ardennes. …

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9.88 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.27 km

2.89 km

1.50 km

233 m

Surfaces