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Old Leie Arm – Ooidonk Castle loop from Deinze

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Old Leie Arm – Ooidonk Castle loop from Deinze

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Old Leie Arm – Ooidonk Castle loop from Deinze

01:42

16.5km

20m

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: August 1, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.23 km

The Leie in the centre of Deinze

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The Leie flows quietly through the centre of Deinze and forms a picturesque waterway with green banks and charming bridges. Along the river you will find cosy terraces and benches …

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4.87 km

Old Leie Arm

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From the unpaved Maaiegemdijk, you get a beautiful view of a cut-off historical meander of the Leie river. Overhanging weeping willows, calm water, and the perfect reflection make this a delightful spot for hikers, cyclists, and nature lovers.

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4.87 km

Ooidonk Walking Route

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This is an alternative start of the route.
The beautiful Renaissance castle Ooidonk provided inspiration for the name of this walking route, but it is certainly not the only highlight... …

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5.77 km

View of the Oude Leie

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Beautiful nature

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7.82 km

Ooidonk Castle

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7.92 km

Ooidonk Castle

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The Renaissance castle Ooidonk, one of the pearls in the region, radiates pure class with its impressive towers and stepped gables. It is privately owned and not always open to …

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9.59 km

Eye of the Needle

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Artwork: Look through the eye of the needle and you can see Villa Zonneschijn, the studio of painter Emiel Claus.

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11.5 km

Oude Leie

Lake

12.6 km

Towpath along the River Leie

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Enjoy cycling along the Leie with a view of the many villas between Astene Sas and Deinze

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16.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.91 km

6.13 km

937 m

256 m

162 m

104 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.17 km

6.35 km

2.56 km

282 m

147 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 31 August

21°C

14°C

14 %

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Old Leie Arm – Ooidonk Castle loop from Deinze

The Leie in the centre of Deinze

Old Leie Arm

Ooidonk Walking Route

View of the Oude Leie

Ooidonk Castle

Ooidonk Castle

Eye of the Needle

Towpath along the River Leie

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