Charleroi-Brussels Canal – New asphalt along the canal loop from Albert
Charleroi-Brussels Canal – New asphalt along the canal loop from Albert
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Charleroi-Brussels Canal – New asphalt along the canal loop from Albert
02:47
26.7km
120m
Running
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: September 26, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 2.54 km for 325 m
Open: • 8:00 AM-8:00 PM (otherwise closed)
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
928 m
View of Brussels from Duden Park
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1.36 km
Parc Duden
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5.50 km
Charleroi-Brussels Canal
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Because the ride runs 100% along the canal, you will not have much trouble with climbing meters. . The track is not in perfect condition everywhere, but it is paved everywhere.
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6.40 km
Ruisbroek Lock
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Current lock with heavy walls of regularly cut natural stone blocks, funnel-shaped course at the entrance and exit of the lock basin with metal gates and iron railings. Concrete jetty with bollards.
In 1940 the bridge was blown up by the English army, but later repaired.
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6.54 km
Ruisbroek Mills and Canal Path
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13.6 km
Zennepad Ecological Park
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18.4 km
Cycle path along the Brussels-Charleroi Canal between Ruisbroek and Lot
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19.6 km
New asphalt along the canal
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26.7 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.9 km
8.27 km
2.37 km
910 m
841 m
375 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
17.3 km
7.21 km
1.22 km
592 m
368 m
< 100 m
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