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Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage – Floating Chapel of Helshoven loop from Horpmaal

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Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage – Floating Chapel of Helshoven loop from Horpmaal

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Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage – Floating Chapel of Helshoven loop from Horpmaal

02:46

43.9km

240m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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7.45 km

Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage

Highlight • Religious Site

As early as the middle of the 13th century, the hamlet of Helshoven was a regional place of pilgrimage where Our Lady of Peace was venerated.
The Helshoven Chapel, located on the old Roman road, was founded in 1254. A hermitage was later added.
The last hermit died in 1908.
The current chapel dates from 1659.
In front of the chapel there is a sculpture of Pope John Paul II.

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8.16 km

Floating Chapel of Helshoven

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At the highest point of Helshoven, you can now enjoy a breathtaking view over the Haspengouw landscape. Artist Frits Jeuris has created a unique work of art from dozens of felled fruit trees from the area.

“Helsh(ea)ven”, a wooden work of art consisting of 90 standard cherry trees, each fifty years old, was hit by the cherry plague virus at the end of 2016, a contagious plant disease that causes small fruits on cherries. Now the felled trees are getting a second life. The work of art symbolizes the dynamic landscape of Haspengouw.

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11.1 km

Hoepertingen–Zepperen Cycle Path

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Beautiful bike path from Hoepertingen to Zepperen

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13.4 km

Ordingen Castle

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Aside from the beauty of Kasteel van Ordingen, the hospitality of owner Richard Sleurs is so remarkable that you immediately feel at home. Like the lord of the castle, enjoy a wonderful holiday between the cities of Liège, Maastricht and Brussels. Gilding, antiques and Flemish Renaissance architecture form the framework for this exceptional hotel, which has been extensively restored and modernized. The 32 rooms and suites, which were designed by the famous interior designer Pieter Porters, also testify to this. Ideal for a relaxing family holiday or a romantic weekend. Enjoy a leisurely ride on the Vespa or a leisurely trip on an electric bike. Drive through the orchards and hills and discover the lush green nature and beautiful landscape of the Limburg province. In the evening, the Kasteel van Ordingen shines in new splendor and an unforgettable dinner in the gourmet restaurant Aurum awaits you. Known for his tasty, responsible and highly creative cuisine, the talented chef Gary Kirchens will delight everyone with his delicious and daring dishes.

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13.6 km

Cycle path along Ordingen

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Cycle path on the outskirts of Ordingen

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35.0 km

Tjenneboom Monument

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The name "Tjenne" refers to a certain Johanna Machiels from Helshoven, who was accused of witchcraft in 1665 and sentenced to death in 1667 after a two-year trial. Her sentence was announced at the foot of a huge linden tree at a crossroads of the four municipalities of Helshoven, Gotem, Mettekoven and Voort.
Johanna Machiels was burned at the stake a few hundred meters away, on the highest point of the hill.

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Tjenneboom

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The name "Tjenne" refers to a certain Johanna Machiels from Helshoven, who was accused of witchcraft in 1665 and sentenced to death after a two-year trial in 1667. Her judgment was pronounced at the foot of a huge linden tree at a crossroads of the four municipalities of Helshoven, Gotem, Mettekoven and Voort.
Johanna Machiels was burned at the stake a few hundred meters away, on the highest point of the hill.

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35.3 km

Cycle path through Haspengouw from Mettekoven to Voort

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Through the Haspengouw from Mettekoven towards Voort

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43.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.1 km

6.99 km

6.66 km

2.76 km

2.45 km

Surfaces

19.2 km

16.9 km

5.33 km

2.13 km

436 m

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Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage – Floating Chapel of Helshoven loop from Horpmaal

Helshoven Chapel and Hermitage

Floating Chapel of Helshoven

Hoepertingen–Zepperen Cycle Path

Ordingen Castle

Cycle path along Ordingen

Tjenneboom Monument

Tjenneboom

Cycle path through Haspengouw from Mettekoven to Voort

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