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Zuidervaartje (East) – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

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Zuidervaartje (East) – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

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Zuidervaartje (East) – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

01:20

5.25km

10m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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711 m

Church Ruins and Tower in Damme

Highlight • Religious Site

Damme's must-see is the robust Church of Our Lady with its characteristic flat tower. From April to September, you can climb its 206 steps for a magnificent panorama. You'll have a phenomenal view of the 17th-century city walls, the Damse Vaart canal, and the expansive polder landscape.

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2.15 km

Zuidervaartje (East)

Highlight (Segment) • River

The elevated walkway over the old medieval city walls introduces you to a tranquil polder landscape and the peaceful town of Damme nestled within. This segment has all the ingredients and will leave you hungry for a taste of Damme's atmosphere.

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2.86 km

Modern Benches by the Pond

Highlight • Rest Area

Sit down and enjoy the old medieval city walls. From the benches, you can look out over the peaceful town of Damme nestled within.

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3.13 km

View of the historic site 'Slekkeput'

Highlight • Historical Site

The Slekkeput is a unique piece of maritime heritage that's not even well-known among the people of Damme. A shame, because it's the oldest existing lock in Flanders. You can't see much of it anymore, though, because after the local history society cleaned the lock in 2006, the monument was covered with sand to protect it from the elements. A plaque is all that indicates that there's an important monument buried here.

But what exactly is the Slekkeput? It's certainly not a well, but it is a real lock that was put into use around 1660 when the course of the Lieve River (the Damme-Ghent canal dating back to the 13th century) was diverted outside the city. It served to maintain the water level in the Lieve and to allow boats to pass through. Due to the expansion of the city walls with a hornwork in 1701, the lock could no longer be used and slowly but surely fell into disrepair. In 1997, the lock was designated a protected monument.

Source: damme-online.com/nl/monumenten/andere/slekkeput.htm

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3.61 km

Candy House on the Damse Vaart

Highlight • Settlement

The old bridge keeper's house in Damme is home to Belgium's smallest candy house. It's filled with nostalgic treats!
A paradise for those with a sweet tooth.
Opening hours: Saturdays and Sundays only, from 12:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

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4.24 km

Information board City Walls of Damme

Highlight • Historical Site

Info about from open water to swamp forest

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4.41 km

Old Sheepfold of Damme

Highlight • Historical Site

Damme fortified city

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4.88 km

Market Square, Damme

Highlight • Historical Site

Damme is a city known for its historic charm and beautiful walking routes, and the market square is the beating heart of these attractions. The square is surrounded by characteristic, restored buildings in brick and natural stone, which reflect the rich history of the city. It is therefore no wonder that the market square often serves as a starting point for walkers who want to discover Damme and its surroundings.

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Way Types & Surfaces

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1.39 km

1.24 km

1.00 km

931 m

681 m

Surfaces

2.20 km

1.94 km

759 m

265 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 8 July

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Zuidervaartje (East) – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

Church Ruins and Tower in Damme

Zuidervaartje (East)

Modern Benches by the Pond

View of the historic site 'Slekkeput'

Candy House on the Damse Vaart

Information board City Walls of Damme

Old Sheepfold of Damme

Market Square, Damme

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