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Assels Trail – Afsnee Ferry loop from Wondelgem

Assels Trail – Afsnee Ferry loop from Wondelgem

Moderate

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Assels Trail – Afsnee Ferry loop from Wondelgem

02:29

45.0km

60m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 10.6 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.83 km

Drongen

Highlight • Settlement

Drongen is a sub-municipality of Ghent, located on the Leie. The tree-lined village square, St. Gerolf's Church, the Old Abbey and the Pont Bridge over the Leie are the most eye-catching sights.

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9.04 km

Assels Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Beautiful trail through the green area.

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12.2 km

Afsneedijkweg along the Leie

Highlight • Cycleway

Cycling along a path along the Leie. Beautiful.

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12.8 km

The ferry service's landing stage is located along Dijkweg in Afsnee, near the St. John the Baptist Church on the right bank.

Operating hours:

In May, June, July, August, and September, 7 days a week.

From October through April (except Easter holidays), it operates only on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

During Easter holidays, it operates 7 days a week.
Operating hours Monday through Sunday and public holidays:
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM

The ferry in Afsnee operates until 7:00 PM or sunset if earlier than 7:00 PM.

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13.5 km

De Assels

Nature Reserve

26.4 km

Oude Kale Valley

Highlight • Natural

Wonderful cycling or walking around the Oude Kalebeek. Thanks to Natuurpunt.

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32.3 km

Van Vlaenderen's Mill

Highlight • Monument

Van Vlaenderensmolen on the border of Vinderhoute and Lovendegem.
One of the most unique homes in the area. The mill is a so-called historic landscape-defining monument and overlooks the valley of the Oude Kale, a vast nature reserve.
Built in 1905 to replace a wooden mill that appears in the writings as early as 1607. The stone corn windmill remained in use until 1958.

Also special is the decorated hood with a colorful plate with coats of arms and emblems with the text 'Heaven gives / who catches it - 1731-1905'.
In 1973-1974 a restoration followed and the mill was converted into a house.
In 2009, the current owners, in consultation with the Monuments Preservation Service, gave the whole complex a very thorough refurbishment. “We renewed the mezzanine floors, renovated the entire interior and redesigned the electricity and heating to modern standards. Double glazing was installed everywhere and we also repaired the mill techniques, including the blades.”

The result is an architecturally unique concept. A successful fuse between ancient history and a modern minimalist home with lots of light, air and a view of untouched nature. Striking is the well thought-out mix of black and white in a clean color palette with warm elements such as wood. The sober aesthetics go hand in hand with intelligent functionality, as witnessed by storage spaces, built-in cupboards and optimization of the use of space. The whole is always very attractive. Premium comfort and finish level. Blissful living in a beautiful setting in a unique historical setting.Very classy.

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