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Lock on the Old Scheldt

Lock on the Old Scheldt

Highlight • Monument

Lock on the Old Scheldt

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Nationaal Park Scheldevallei

Location: Bornem, Mechelen, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën

August 29, 2020

Hiking

This lock from 1592 is the oldest existing and working lock. The surroundings, including the Sashuis, have been completely restored. This location is of great value to shipping history. Until 1950 this lock was still used daily. Ample parking is provided here. Ideal place to start cycling or walking tours. Have fun in Klein Brabant

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March 20, 2025

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The Bornem lock is the second oldest hydraulic engineering structure in Belgium, and the oldest in Flanders. It dates from 1592 and was built by order of Pedro Coloma (1556-1592), …

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July 19, 2024

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This is a nice and ideal starting point for walks

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Location: Bornem, Mechelen, Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium

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