At your starting point, first pop into the August De Boeckhuis, the former home of the village’s head teacher. That way, you’ll immediately learn more about the Merchtem-born composer after whom this route is named. You’ll cycle along the old railroad right-of-way of the Leirekensroute toward Steenhuffel, winding your way across and alongside the Molenbeek. Because the stream used to flood frequently, the residents wore stilts. This explains the statue titled “De Steltenlopers” (The Stilt Walkers). You’ll pass through charming villages such as Rossem, Meuzegem, and Ossel.
Features
Distance
32,3 km
Climbing
169,1 m
Signposted
Yes, with nodes
Type of road
99% paved, 1% unpaved
Type route
Recreational route
Location and accessibility
Starting point
Parking August De Boeckhuis
Reedijk 1
1785 Merchtem
Reedijk 1
1785 Merchtem
Public transport
Bus stop 'Merchtem Varkensmarkt (vervanghalte)' 21 metres from the starting point. Bus lines: 40, 21, R45, 46.
Resting points
Resting bench(es) along the way, food and drink along the route
View the cycle route on the map
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When is the best time to visit it?
Directions
Walking and cycling
See and do
Food and drink
Practical
Where the route is a dotted line, the surface is unpaved.
