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Zichem and Hoegaarden Loop
A road cycling route starting from Ramsel
Traverse through picturesque Zichem and the famous beer town of Hoegaarden on this beautiful road cycling route
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Discover the charming town of Zichem and quench your thirst with a refreshing Hoegaarden craft beer after a challenging climb. This route offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and opportunities to explore historical landmarks along the way. Suitable for avid road cyclists looking for a scenic and rewarding adventure.
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105 km
548 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Ramsel Village centerRamsel: Cycling through the charming landscapes of Ramsel.
Ramsel is a delightful locality located in the Prov. Antwerpen region of Belgium. From a cyclist's perspective, Ramsel offers a mix of flat and hilly terrain, making it suitable for various cycling abilities. The roads in this area are generally well-paved and quiet, providing a safe and enjoyable experience. A popular cycling route near Ramsel is the Tour de Schelfhei, which includes a challenging climb up the Schelfheuvel. Overall, Ramsel provides a pleasant cycling environment with a mix of scenic routes and challenging climbs.15 km
15 km
ZichemVillageExplore the historic town of Zichem, known for its romantic river views and medieval charm.
23 km
23 km
AssentVillageChallenge yourself on the ascent of Assent, a short but steep hill that rewards with panoramic vistas.
45 km
45 km
MelkwezerVillageCycle through the picturesque village of Melkwezer and admire the traditional Flemish architecture.
66 km
66 km
HoegaardenVillageStop in Hoegaarden, renowned for its famous wheat beer, and visit the local brewery to learn more about the brewing process.
75 km
75 km
VertrijkVillageEnjoy the peaceful countryside surroundings as you pedal through the idyllic village of Vertrijk.
91 km
91 km
Sint-Pieters-RodeVillagePass through the historic village of Sint-Pieters-Rode with its beautiful parish church and impressive castle ruins.
98 km
98 km
Kouterberg52 mPeakConquer the Kouterberg, a challenging climb that offers stunning views over the rolling landscape.
105 km
105 km
Finish: Ramsel Village centerRamsel: Cycling through the charming landscapes of Ramsel.
Cycling routes from Ramsel:
Explore Herselt and Westmeerbeek on Gravel Rillaar and Begijnendijk Road Adventure Zichem and Hoegaarden Loop Ramsel Escape Betekom to Watertoren Circuit Betekom and Booischot Road Adventure Lubbeek and Houwaart Gravel Ride Betekom and Beerzel Epic Road Journey Gravel Adventure in Vremde and Itegem Ramsel and Baal Gravel Ride
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Houtvenne](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-antwerpen/houtvenne-4.webp)
![Image of Westmeerbeek](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-antwerpen/westmeerbeek-2.webp)
![Image of Begijnendijk](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-vlaams-brabant/begijnendijk-4.webp)
![Image of Herselt](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-antwerpen/herselt-5.webp)
![Image of Booischot](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-antwerpen/booischot-5.webp)
![Image of Langdorp](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-vlaams-brabant/langdorp-3.webp)
![Image of Aarschot](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-vlaams-brabant/aarschot-5.webp)
![Image of Hulshout](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-antwerpen/hulshout-3.webp)
![Image of Betekom](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/prov-vlaams-brabant/betekom-5.webp)