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Damse Vaart – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

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Damse Vaart – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

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Damse Vaart – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

04:07

16.2km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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154 m

Zuidervaartje (East)

Highlight (Segment) • River

The elevated walkway over the old medieval city walls introduces you to a tranquil polder landscape and the peaceful town of Damme nestled within. This segment has all the ingredients …

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1.76 km

Damse Vaart

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The Damse Vaart is a canal that connects Bruges with the Westerschelde near Sluis in the Netherlands. Napoleon Bonaparte ordered it to be built, which is why it is often …

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4.51 km

Oostkerke Castle

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The chateau is privately owned but is nevertheless worth a look. During some events, you can visit the gardens, which are beautiful!

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9.43 km

Saint Quentin's Church, Oostkerke

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People often talk about the polder churches with their flat towers as a triumvirate, referring to three churches that have such a tower: Oosterke, Damme and Lissewege. The church of …

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12.7 km

The Burnt Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

Do you still smell it The smell of burned wood? No, just kidding, that should be impossible. Because the fire we are talking about dates back hundreds of years. So …

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14.8 km

Candy House on the Damse Vaart

Highlight • Settlement

The old bridge keeper's house in Damme is home to Belgium's smallest candy house. It's filled with nostalgic treats!
A paradise for those with a sweet tooth.
Opening hours: Saturdays and Sundays only, from 12:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

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14.8 km

Market Square, Damme

Highlight • Historical Site

Damme is a city known for its historic charm and beautiful walking routes, and the market square is the beating heart of these attractions. The square is surrounded by characteristic, …

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14.9 km

Damme Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

The picturesque Damme and surroundings are worth a stop. Furthermore, it is pleasant to cycle along the Damse Vaart.

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16.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.66 km

4.76 km

978 m

832 m

Surfaces

7.82 km

4.16 km

2.50 km

806 m

735 m

214 m

Elevation

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Thursday 23 July

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Damse Vaart – Market Square, Damme loop from Damme

Zuidervaartje (East)

Damse Vaart

Oostkerke Castle

Saint Quentin's Church, Oostkerke

The Burnt Fort

Candy House on the Damse Vaart

Market Square, Damme

Damme Town Center

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