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Gravel Tour: Exploring Nature
A gravel cycling route starting from Ixelles
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Brussels countryside on this gravel tour.
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The Gravel Tour: Exploring Nature is a scenic 50-kilometer cycling route that takes you through the stunning countryside surrounding Brussels. With a total ascent of 456 meters, this gravel tour offers a mix of challenging terrain and picturesque landscapes. Along the way, highlights include the peaceful town of Wezembeek-Oppem and the charming municipality of Overijse, known for its vineyards and stunning views.
gravel
50 km
456 m
Tough
Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Ixelles - Elsene City centerIxelles: Experience the vibrant streets and convenient cycling infrastructure of Ixelles.
Ixelles is a locality located in the Région de Bruxelles-Capitale/ Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest region of Belgium. From a cyclist's perspective, Ixelles offers a mix of urban and suburban cycling experiences. The town itself is vibrant and bustling, with plenty of bike lanes and cycling infrastructure. Cyclists can explore the city's charming streets, visit historical landmarks, or venture out to nearby parks and nature reserves. While not being a cycling mecca, Ixelles provides a pleasant environment for commuting and leisure cycling. It ranks at 2 in terms of cycling suitability.11 km
11 km
Wezembeek-OppemTownExplore the quiet town of Wezembeek-Oppem and discover its beautiful parks and cycling paths.
31 km
31 km
OverijseTownPass through Overijse and enjoy its picturesque vineyards and rolling hills.
39 km
39 km
PriorijkerkCastle RuinsVisit the Priorijkerk, a hidden gem with a rich history and stunning architecture.
47 km
47 km
Borne '5km' - Kilometerpaal '5'AttractionMarvel at the picturesque landscapes near Borne '5km' - Kilometerpaal '5' and appreciate the serene beauty of nature.
50 km
50 km
Finish: Ixelles - Elsene City centerIxelles: Experience the vibrant streets and convenient cycling infrastructure of Ixelles.
Cycling routes from Ixelles:
Scenic Gravel Route through Watermael-Boitsfort and Tervuren Road Cycling Adventure across Uccle and Denderleeuw Challenging Road Cycling Route to Waterloo and La Dalle Ultimate Road Cycling Challenge to Rixensart and Gaasbeek Castle Leisurely Gravel Ride through Sint-Stevens-Woluwe and Tervuren Brussels Hills Loop Gravel Adventure: Hidden Gems Gravel Tour: Exploring Nature Off-Road Adventure: Forests and Hills Brussels Countryside Explorer
Cycling routes nearby:
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![Image of Saint-Gilles](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/saint-gilles-5.webp)
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![Image of Saint-Josse-ten-Noode](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/saint-josse-ten-noode-5.webp)
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![Image of Koekelberg](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/koekelberg-4.webp)
![Image of Schaerbeek](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/schaerbeek-4.webp)
![Image of Woluwe-Saint-Lambert](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/woluwe-saint-lambert-4.webp)
![Image of Watermael-Boitsfort](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/belgium/region-de-bruxelles-capitale-brussels-hoofdstedelijk-gewest/watermael-boitsfort-4.webp)