Egmont Castle Loop
A road cycling route starting from Hillegem
Discover the historic Kasteel van Egmont on this scenic cycling route
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Embark on a picturesque cycling adventure that takes you past the beautiful Kasteel van Egmont. Enjoy the rolling hills and serene countryside as you pedal through Meilegem, Leeuwergem, and Volkegem. With a moderate difficulty level, this route is suitable for experienced cyclists and offers a charming mix of natural beauty and historical landmarks.
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47 km
304 m
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Highlights on the route
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Start: Leeuwergem Village centerHillegem: Conquering the iconic Muur van Geraardsbergen from Hillegem
Hillegem is a town located in the province of Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium. From a cyclist's perspective, Hillegem offers enjoyable cycling routes with rolling hills and scenic countryside. Within close proximity, cyclists can tackle the famous Muur van Geraardsbergen, a legendary climb steeped in cycling history. With its varying terrain and challenging climbs, Hillegem is a highly recommended destination for road and gravel cyclists.2 km
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Kasteel van EgmontCastle RuinsVisit the impressive Kasteel van Egmont, built in the 12th century and once the residence of the Egmont family.
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9 km
Berendries95 mPeakClimb the challenging Berendries, a short but steep hill that offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
22 km
22 km
VolkegemVillagePass through Volkegem, a picturesque village known for its charming traditional architecture and peaceful atmosphere.
23 km
23 km
Kattenberg60 mPeakConquer the Kattenberg, a hilly section that will test your climbing skills and reward you with panoramic vistas.
31 km
31 km
MeilegemVillageExplore the quaint village of Meilegem, with its narrow cobbled streets and idyllic setting on the banks of the Scheldt River.
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47 km
LeeuwergemVillageMake a stop at Leeuwergem and admire its stunning castle, surrounded by a beautiful park.
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47 km
Finish: Leeuwergem Village centerHillegem: Conquering the iconic Muur van Geraardsbergen from Hillegem
Cycling routes from Hillegem:
Sint-Lievens-Houtem Gravel Loop Grotenberge Gravel Adventure Mini Legend of Waterloo Ride Vlierzele Gravel Loop Hillegem Gravel Loop Hillegem Road Adventure Grotenberge-Deinze Gravel Loop Hildegem Loop - Denderhoutem, Rognon, Thieusies Land of Castles and Climbs Gravel Adventure through Flanders Egmont Castle Loop Explore the Gravel Roads of Hillegem
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