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The Bailey Bridge in Mol At the beginning of World War II, the bridges on the Kempen canals were blown up. With the liberation, the British built a temporary bridge in Mol, which still stands today. The bridge is a so-called Bailey bridge, named after its designer, R.C. Bailey. He developed this ingenious, modular bridge for military purposes. A Bailey bridge can be assembled without machinery, using only manpower. Such a bridge is actually only meant to be there for a short time, but in some places, such as in Mol, it remained. The pillars of the old bridge are still clearly visible.

The Sas'toren is a remnant of a historic lock complex that once played an important role in water management and shipping along the Nete in Duffel. The tower has both practical and symbolic value and is a reminder of Duffel's past as a waterway junction. Origin: The tower was built in the 16th or 17th century as part of a lock construction along the Nete. It was a crucial place for regulating water levels and supporting the local economy. Function: Lock operation: The tower was connected to locks that were used to regulate water levels, so that shipping and agriculture could be supported. Checkpoint: It was also a strategic place to collect tolls and monitor ships passing through the lock. Defensive function: In times of conflict, the tower offered protection and played a role in the defense of Duffel and the surrounding areas. Architecture Style: The Sas'toren is built of brick and has a robust and functional design that is typical for constructions with a water management function. Characteristics: Thick walls and narrow openings that made the tower defensible. A relatively simple but sustainable building style, focused on functionality. The Sas'toren Today Tourist value: The tower is a popular landmark for walkers, cyclists and history buffs exploring the region around the Nete. Heritage: It is a symbol of Duffel's industrial and maritime past and is part of the local heritage. Restoration: The tower has been restored over the years to preserve it as a historical monument and as a reminder of the time when waterways were the lifelines of Flanders.

Because of the wooden bottom, you can hear the cars going from far away... Beautiful views over the canal through the many openings in the iron side wall...

Stone of the 7 glories

Sas 4 - with pancake boat 😋

The gatehouse of Postel Abbey is painted white, just like the gatehouse. It was once a barn, later the information centre, 'Huize Colibrant', was housed there. Quote from Immovable Heritage: "White-painted and anchored brick building of four bays and two floors under a gable roof (Flemish tiles) with a left roof, connecting at right angles to the gatehouse. Dating back to the 17th century and restored in 1972-1973. Framed facade on pricked plinth with rectangular, partly shuttered windows, slightly arched door and delineated tooth frieze. Side gables with roofs, wall braiding and basket arch door on the courtyard side." More at https://inventaris.onroerenderfgoed.be/erfgoedobjecten/52858

Apparently the Kapucienenberg (highest dune) is one of the only two places in Flanders where rake wasps still live. Information on sign.

Definitely worth it. Perhaps a little busier than other sand dune areas due to the recreational facilities, but beautiful to see, here too. Very nice views with some nice forest slopes and those beautiful irregularly shaped trees that you expect in dune landscapes in this region. Very nice to start and end with.