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Forest Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

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Forest Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

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Forest Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

01:45

23.8km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 24, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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5.92 km

Singletrack With Two 90° Turns

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Perfect for those mini-sprints.

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8.11 km

Moorbos

Forest

9.24 km

View of the Creek and Forest Path

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Pay attention to all the little bridges for your feet and your pedals, wonderful place!

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11.7 km

Forest Path

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Pleasant path for pedestrians and cyclists

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12.0 km

A forest path runs through the Schiplaken Estate. Don't forget to stop at Schiplaken Castle. It's an old medieval castle site with its characteristic high courtyard and farmyard. An information board on site provides further explanation.

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12.4 km

Schiplaken Castle

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The current Terlinden castle is said to have its origins in the Roman settlement in Elewijt and Schiplaken. In the 12th century there was a Gothic castle, in 1500 a …

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15.8 km

Cycling Café 't Stamkroegske

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This restaurant has a lovely sunny terrace on the canal banks. It's the perfect spot to refuel. They only serve drinks and reasonable prices.
Friendly and efficient service.

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15.8 km

Hofstade Bridge - Boortmeerbeek

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The Hofstadebrug - Boortmeerbeek is a bascule bridge over the Leuven-Dijle Canal dating from 1986. It is an important bridge where provincial borders meet. The southern bank is the Province …

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18.0 km

Hofstade Beach

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23.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.95 km

6.94 km

3.28 km

3.19 km

2.12 km

281 m

Surfaces

9.19 km

5.92 km

4.34 km

2.22 km

2.05 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 24 May

29°C

14°C

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Forest Path – Schiplaken Castle loop from Hofstade

Singletrack With Two 90° Turns

View of the Creek and Forest Path

Forest Path

Forest Path

Schiplaken Castle

Cycling Café 't Stamkroegske

Hofstade Bridge - Boortmeerbeek

Hofstade Beach

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