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Saspoort and the Grote Steunbeer Weir, Diest
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Saspoort and the Grote Steunbeer Weir, Diest
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Saspoort and the Grote Steunbeer Weir, Diest
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Jan
November 12, 2020
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The Flemish Environment Agency has started the renovation of the 'Grote Steunbeer' weir construction on the Saspoort in Diest. As a result, the water level in the Demer will rise and the river, which is now fed by the Begijnebeek, will really flow through the city again. The visible works will start in 2021 and last a few years.
(info source: VMM)
(info source: VMM)
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Els
April 15, 2021
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Through this 'water gate', which was completed in 1841, the Demer - which is currently almost completely vaulted in the town - used to flow into Diest. This is also the point where the water level of the moats can be regulated via a system of locks. For example, in the event of an attack, the trouser areas near the ramparts could be flooded.
Source: hiking guide: GR 5/E2 North Sea-Rivièra - route in the low countries
Source: hiking guide: GR 5/E2 North Sea-Rivièra - route in the low countries
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Ann
August 1, 2021
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The Saspoort was also called "Demerpoort". This water gate was constructed during the construction of the 19th century defensive belt around Diest. The gate was fitted with an impeller sluice that could rotate against the current. In this way the rivers in the city and the fortresses could be supplied with water from the Demer (river) and at the same time ensured the drainage of the Begijnebeek. The water that flowed through the city via De Demer then left the city again along the Zichemsepoort
Source: diest-online.be (much more explanation there)
Source: diest-online.be (much more explanation there)
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