Veteran Tree WWI – Cycle Path Between the Golf Courses loop from Abdij van Westmalle

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Veteran Tree WWI – Cycle Path Between the Golf Courses loop from Abdij van Westmalle

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Veteran Tree WWI – Cycle Path Between the Golf Courses loop from Abdij van Westmalle

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17.3km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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4.70 km

Schutbocht Gravel Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nice back on well-running gravel.

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6.72 km

Antitank Canal

Highlight • River

The Antitankgracht was constructed just before the Second World War to stop German tanks. Fortunately, that is no longer necessary today, but it does provide us with a nice location to cycle through.

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7.32 km

's-Gravenwezel Fort and Schildestrand

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Schildestrand is a former holiday village on an old military fortress. The district used to be known as a recreation area, where wild parties went on and people went swimming …

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8.86 km

Picnic area at Sluisbunker

Highlight • Historical Site

A pleasant shady location for a picnic is also a historical location that was part of the Antwerp Defence Line during WWII. The Anti-tank ditch was dug in the period …

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9.08 km

Veteran Tree WWI

Highlight • Natural Monument

Veteran trees are monumental trees that are in the decay phase. Even more than dead wood, they play a crucial role for biodiversity. As soon as a tree enters the …

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9.60 km

Antitankgracht – Green ribbon around the city of Antwerp

Highlight • River

The Antwerp Antitankgracht is an artificial watercourse that forms a large quarter circle around the city of Antwerp.
The moat has a length of about 33 km and is at …

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9.91 km

Cycle Path Between the Golf Courses

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Next to the cycle path itself there is a sand strip that can be used by horse riders and walkers. Motorized traffic is not allowed.
The path continues straight through …

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11.8 km