Beautiful Tree-Lined Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

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Beautiful Tree-Lined Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

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Beautiful Tree-Lined Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

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23.9km

40m

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: September 23, 2026

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Train Station

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5.92 km

Singletrack With Two 90° Turns

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Perfect for those mini-sprints.

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8.11 km

Moorbos

Forest

9.24 km

View of the Creek and Forest Path

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Pay attention to all the little bridges for your feet and your pedals, wonderful place!

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11.9 km

Beautiful Tree-Lined Path

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It is very quiet here for a walk on a weekday

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12.4 km

Schiplaken Castle

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The current Terlinden castle is said to have its origins in the Roman settlement in Elewijt and Schiplaken. In the 12th century there was a Gothic castle, in 1500 a …

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15.7 km

Cycling Highway Leuven-Mechelen Along the Leuven-Dijle Canal

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The Leuven-Mechelen bicycle highway runs largely along the Leuven-Dijle canal (also known as the Leuven canal).
The left bank is used between Leuven and Boortmeerbeek. At the Pontstraat in Boortmeerbeek, …

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15.9 km

Cycling Café 't Stamkroegske

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This restaurant has a lovely sunny terrace on the canal banks. It's the perfect spot to refuel. They only serve drinks and reasonable prices.
Friendly and efficient service.

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15.9 km

Hofstade Bridge - Boortmeerbeek

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The Hofstadebrug - Boortmeerbeek is a bascule bridge over the Leuven-Dijle Canal dating from 1986. It is an important bridge where provincial borders meet. The southern bank is the Province …

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18.1 km