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The Top 20 Attractions around Scherpenheuvel-Zichem

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Scherpenheuvel-Zichem. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Scherpenheuvel-Zichem is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

Averbode Abbey

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The Norbertine Abbey is a piece of living spirituality and (church) culture. About 30 brothers live here, whose day is structured by three common prayer times: morning prayer, the Eucharistic …

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Demer Towpath

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If it is on the way, definitely plan for it. Finest asphalt and quiet. So if it is not a detour, clearly recommended!

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Footbridge over the Weefberg Pond

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Romantic little friend with bridge ...

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Horst Castle

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Between the hills of Hagelands lies this idyllic moated castle from the 13th century. It is surrounded by an impressive moat and also wonderful to look at from a distance. …

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Horst Castle

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(This moated castle is located in the green valley of the Wingebeek, between the hills of the Hageland.)
The Lords of Horst already lived here in the 13th century, the …

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Averbode Forest and Heath Ponds

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Averbode Bos & Heide is located around the abbey of Averbode. It is the transition from the Kempen to the Hageland. Extensive forests alternate with fens, marshes, heathland and heathland with scanty grasslands. Beautiful nature to take a walk.

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Reed Pond

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An area that everyone likes, where you want to count the ripples of the water in the pond...

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Grasbos (Poggio of Diest) Climb

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Dont go too hard over the railway bridge, there is still some steep climbing to come

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About Inland Dunes

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These sand dunes are the remnants of the sandbanks of the Diestian Sea, which some 7 million years ago, when the Diestian Sea flooded the northern part of present-day Belgium. …

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The Laat Pond

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A place that loyal Komooters from Flanders/Belgium/the World will long carry in their hearts. Rest in peace Anne, thanks for all the beautiful walks and created highlights. This place is just for you and your faithful dog Nera.

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Bridge over the Grote Nete (Het Trammetje), Westerlo

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A very special location ... not so much the bridge but "Het Trammetje" = is a unique Lock system from a bygone era. Definitely think about it. How simple it can be sometimes ...

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The Top 20 Attractions around Scherpenheuvel-Zichem

Averbode Abbey

Demer Towpath

Footbridge over the Weefberg Pond

Horst Castle

Horst Castle

Averbode Forest and Heath Ponds

Reed Pond

Grasbos (Poggio of Diest) Climb

About Inland Dunes

The Laat Pond

Bridge over the Grote Nete (Het Trammetje), Westerlo

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