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SAS4 Observation Tower – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

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SAS4 Observation Tower – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

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SAS4 Observation Tower – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

03:27

47.2km

70m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: August 5, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 36.8 km for 117 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.4 km

Cafe Sas 5

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Café Sas 5 is a cozy stop on the Kempens Kanaal in Dessel, perfect for a break during your bike ride or walk. The café exudes a charming, authentic atmosphere …

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13.3 km

Bascule bridge near Dessel

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Bascule bridge over the Bocholt-Herentals Canal near the observation tower and the canal cross.

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13.5 km

SAS4 Observation Tower

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If the legs still allow it, a climb is definitely worth it, for a nice pancake you go to the pancake boat (across the bridge).

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13.6 km

In addition to the Albert Canal and the Bocholt-Herentals Canal, the Dessel-Schoten Canal is connected to the Dessel-Kwaadmechelen Canal, which is an extension of it and is also connected to the Albert Canal on the east side.

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29.5 km

The Waiting Soldier Sculpture (vaART)

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Artistic objects visualize the story of this remarkable canal at a dozen locations along the Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten Canal. You can find the full stories via the free izi.travel app, route de vaART. Here is The Waiting Soldier

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29.6 km

Postelsebaan Cycle Path

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30.0 km

Turning Basin Postel Ter Heyde

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A turning basin is also here a local widening of the canal. Boats longer than the width of the canal can turn around here. The name is derived from the …

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36.1 km

Cyclist and Pedestrian Bridge over the Dessel-Schoten Canal

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Well-developed bridge for cyclists and pedestrians over the Dessel-Schoten canal.

Be careful when it rains, the descent is quite steep!

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47.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.3 km

10.6 km

8.95 km

6.74 km

5.64 km

Surfaces

20.9 km

13.8 km

8.30 km

2.95 km

1.22 km

Elevation

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Wednesday 12 August

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SAS4 Observation Tower – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

Cafe Sas 5

Bascule bridge near Dessel

SAS4 Observation Tower

Junction of Four Canals

The Waiting Soldier Sculpture (vaART)

Postelsebaan Cycle Path

Turning Basin Postel Ter Heyde

Cyclist and Pedestrian Bridge over the Dessel-Schoten Canal

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