Kalkense Vaart Gravel Path – Berlarebroek Nature Reserve loop from Zottegem

Kalkense Vaart Gravel Path – Berlarebroek Nature Reserve loop from Zottegem

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Kalkense Vaart Gravel Path – Berlarebroek Nature Reserve loop from Zottegem

05:18

96.5km

360m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

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Nationaal Park Scheldevallei

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13.0 km

Gravel path along Den Dotter

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Great path for cycling/walking.

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32.8 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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35.7 km

Nonnenbos (Serskampse bossen)

Nature Reserve

40.1 km

Motte Meirbos

Archaeological Site

43.3 km

Straight Gravel Path Through the Fields

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Take the top lane for a great view.
This can also be done in wet weather.

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44.4 km

View of the Old Scheldt Meander

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Here you have a nice view of the old Scheldt meander. Formerly filled in, but restored in recent years. It is wonderful to see how this area develops after the Sigma works.

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45.5 km

Kalkense Vaart Gravel Path

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The Kalkense Vaart was dug in the mid-16th century for the transport of fertilizers, building materials, textiles and agricultural products between Kalken and the Scheldt. In the 18th century, even …

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50.2 km

Viewing platform

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Natuurpunt Scheldeland built a brand new viewing platform in the Kalkense Meersen. The tower is five meters high and 3.5 meters wide, and made of sustainable European hardwood.

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50.6 km

Kalkense Meersen

Nature Reserve

57.0 km

Donkmeer

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The Donkmeer lake in Overmere is more than just a picturesque expanse of water in the heart of East Flanders; it is a silent witness to centuries of labor and …

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59.4 km

Gratiebossen

Forest

66.5 km

Berlarebroek Nature Reserve

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Berlare Broek covers the eastern part of the old Scheldt Meander. This nature reserve is partly accessible to the public via all kinds of walking and cycling paths.

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80.2 km

De Gemzen

Forest

96.5 km

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