Starting from the center of Schepdaal and following the Varenbergbeek and the Molenbeek, you’ll reach the reservoir ponds that ensure the Pedemolen can still operate during dry summers. The watermill at Sint-Gertrudis-Pede has been grinding grain since the 14th century. Pieter Bruegel the Elder even immortalized the mill in his most famous paintings, and it still looks just as charming today. From there, follow the upper course of the Pedebeek.
Features
Distance
10,7 km
Climbing
113,3 m
Type of road
32% paved, 68% unpaved
Signposted
Yes, with hexagonal sign with name
Location and accessibility
Starting point
Sint-Rumolduskerk
E.Eylenboschstraat 5/9
1703 Schepdaal
E.Eylenboschstraat 5/9
1703 Schepdaal
Public transport
Bus stop 'Schepdaal Geraardsbergsestr.' 185 metres from the starting point. Bus lines: R18.
Resting points
Rest bench or picnic area along the way, food and drink along the route
View the walk on the map
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.
