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Gravel path along Den Dotter – Castle The Castle loop from Herzele

Gravel path along Den Dotter – Castle The Castle loop from Herzele

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Gravel path along Den Dotter – Castle The Castle loop from Herzele

03:10

53.7km

310m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 52.0 km for 77 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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22.9 km

Chapel at the Crossroads near Smetlede

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The unpaved intersection near Smetlede is located in the middle of the quiet Flemish countryside, surrounded by winding country roads, fields and green hedges. This intersection marks the start of …

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25.4 km

Serskampse bossen

Nature Reserve

28.8 km

Nonnenbos (Serskampse bossen)

Nature Reserve

41.7 km

Blauwbos Railway Tunnel

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The Blauwbos, located in Mere and bordering Aaigem, is a beautiful part of the Den Dotter nature reserve. This area, managed by Natuurpunt, is known for its rich biodiversity thanks …

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42.9 km

Ascent of Gotegemberg in Erpe Mere

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Gotegemberg is a short but challenging climb in the Denderstreek, which extends over a distance of 600 meters. This climb overcomes a height difference of 28 meters, resulting in an …

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43.6 km

Gravel path along Den Dotter

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Great path for cycling/walking.

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45.4 km

Den Dotter Nature Reserve

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An idyllic landscape. This is gravel of the highest order, which is protected by a double tractor lock. You can walk here, cycle, but also horses with carriages pass here. This is enjoyment!

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49.7 km

Gravel path between Herzele and Ressegem

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very good to walk long path with fields on one side and a narrow forest on the other.

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51.2 km

Rullegem Windmill

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Historical combination of milling windmill and horse mill.
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52.1 km

Castle The Castle

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The castle symbolizes the glory of Herzele, an important area within the Land of Aalst. This fortification, of which important parts are still visible today, was built according to a …

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53.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.5 km

12.2 km

11.3 km

3.04 km

1.46 km

176 m

Surfaces

20.2 km

17.5 km

11.5 km

4.30 km

106 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (70 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Sunday 30 August

21°C

16°C

81 %

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Max wind speed: 23.0 km/h

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Gravel path along Den Dotter – Castle The Castle loop from Herzele

Chapel at the Crossroads near Smetlede

Blauwbos Railway Tunnel

Ascent of Gotegemberg in Erpe Mere

Gravel path along Den Dotter

Den Dotter Nature Reserve

Gravel path between Herzele and Ressegem

Rullegem Windmill

Castle The Castle

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