Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Get the App

Betekom Old Mill

Betekom Old Mill

Highlight • Monument

Betekom Old Mill

Name: Betekom Old Mill
Rating: 2

Recommended by 67 mountain bikers

Save

Location: Begijnendijk, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

Save

See rides here

Take Me There

Routes here

Best Mountain Biking Routes to Betekom Old Mill

4.3

(24)

236

riders

1. Sven Nys Cycling Route – Oude Molen van Betekom loop from Aarschot

30.8km

02:03

80m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.3

(20)

219

riders

2. Sven Nys Cycling Route – Old Mill of Betekom loop from Tremelo

30.0km

01:46

70m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.7

(27)

302

riders

3. Beninksberg Descent – Gravel climb Wijngaardberg loop from Betekom

46.0km

03:09

340m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Tips

Klaske Schep

November 13, 2024

The old mill of Betekom is a monument with a special appearance. As one of the oldest mills in the Benelux and the only windmill in the world built in Diestian iron sandstone, the mill has a rich history. Built in the 16th century, the mill served as a grain mill until the beginning of the 20th century. During the First World War, the mill was set on fire and has remained a ruin ever since. In 1993, the mill was protected as a monument and village view.

After more than 100 years of decay, the restoration of the mill body was started in the autumn of 2021 thanks to the efforts of the Molenwerkgroep and Natuurpunt Begijnendijk. In the spring of 2022, a staircase, a viewing platform and a roof were added, allowing visitors to experience the impressive view from the 10-metre-high body, as well as a look at the inside of the mill.

Translated by Google •

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 40 m

Weather

Sunday 14 December

11°C

4°C

0 %

If you start your activity now...

Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See rides here

Take Me There

Location: Begijnendijk, Leuven, Flemish Brabant, Flanders, Belgium

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Gravelklim Wijngaardberg

Aarschot Zuid Enduro Trails

Dunbergbroek Singletrack

Mooie klim door de bomen.

Muur van Wezemaal Climb

Holle wegen

Wijngaardberg Iron Sandstone Quarry

Descent With View of Gelrode

Summit of Balenberg

The Wall of Heikant

Muddy Forest Singletrack

Heathland Trail

Betekom Old Mill

1. Sven Nys Cycling Route – Oude Molen van Betekom loop from Aarschot

2. Sven Nys Cycling Route – Old Mill of Betekom loop from Tremelo

3. Beninksberg Descent – Gravel climb Wijngaardberg loop from Betekom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️