Castle of 's-Gravenwezel – Brechtse Heide loop from 's-Gravenwezel

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Castle of 's-Gravenwezel – Brechtse Heide loop from 's-Gravenwezel

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Castle of 's-Gravenwezel – Brechtse Heide loop from 's-Gravenwezel

06:19

25.1km

30m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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934 m

Castle of 's-Gravenwezel

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The castle of 's-Gravenwezel was built in the 13th century. It has a park of 80 ha, and a double wall. The original construction date is unknown, but the castle …

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1.74 km

Along the moat of the Groot Kasteel

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Stroll, stroll or laze in the grassy bank along the idyllic Hofgracht. Dreaming of a prince, princess or do I know a lot ... it can be very quiet here.

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6.48 km

De Schans

Fort

6.98 km

Burnt Forest

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This forest is managed by Natuurpunt.

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9.63 km

Antitank canal dug between 1937 and 1939

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Consider for a moment that the Antitank Canal was dug between the Antwerp port of Berendrecht and Massenhoven near Zandhoven. This in defense of the Stelling Antwerpen W0 2. Canal was dug between 1937 - 1939.

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19.7 km

Brechtse Heide

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Brecht the heath

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19.7 km

Start of the Silent Walk at De Keysershoeve

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The Caterspad hiking trail is highly recommended. Ample free parking allows for a leisurely stroll through the woods.

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22.2 km

Sluice bunker at the Antitank Canal Schilde

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Lock bunkers were located at various locations along the Antitankgracht route (33 km). These lock bunkers were built to maintain the water level.

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22.6 km

Along the La Garenne estate - 's-Gravenwezel

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The large domain - nature reserve La Garenne of 450 hectares, which extends over the municipalities of Schoten - Sint-Job and 's-Gravenwezel, offers a view of the territory of' s-Gravenwezel. …

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25.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

4.87 km

3.86 km

2.94 km

Surfaces