This route takes you along the most beautiful gravel roads in the Hageland fruit-growing region. It’s especially beautiful in early spring when the countless orchards are in full bloom. Along the way, you’ll pass several unique observation towers, such as the Pallox blossom artwork in Hoegaarden, De Houten Reus in Linter, and the tower at Provinciedomein Het Vinne. At Café Boerenhof in Meensel, the birthplace of Eddy Merckx, you’re more than welcome—even in your cycling gear.
This route is presented by Toerisme Vlaams-Brabant vzw in collaboration with 666Gravel.
Features
Distance
114,6 km
Climbing
524,0 m
Signposted
No
Type of road
56% paved, 44% unpaved
Type route
Sporty gravel
Landscape and surroundings
Blossoms and fruits
Cobblestones
10.4 km
Location and accessibility
Starting point
Parking begraafplaats
Elst 9
3320 Hoegaarden
Elst 9
3320 Hoegaarden
Resting points
Resting bench(es) along the way, food and drink along the route
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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.
