Basilica of Scherpenheuvel – Basilica of Scherpenheuvel loop from Averbode

Scherpenheuvel-Zichem

Basilica of Scherpenheuvel – Basilica of Scherpenheuvel loop from Averbode

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Basilica of Scherpenheuvel – Basilica of Scherpenheuvel loop from Averbode

01:35

31.8km

160m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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4.78 km

Great Mill of Zichem

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Watermill with metal undershot wheel on the Demer, 50 meters north of the church of Zichem, built in 1758. On March 2, 1994, the mill was protected as a monument …

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8.84 km

Basilica of Scherpenheuvel

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The basilica of Scherpenheuvel is the oldest domed church in the Low Countries and was consecrated in 1627 by the Archbishop of Mechelen, Jacobus Boonen. The church was elevated to …

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8.85 km

Every cyclist should cycle at least once in her/his lifetime to the Scherpenheuvel basilica. It makes a perfect stop on a longer trip, because of the many shops and restaurants on the beautiful square around the basilica.

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12.3 km

Scenic Connecting Road to Vinkenberg

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Beautiful views along the south side of the road. Ideal connecting road to Vinkenberg

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20.0 km

Diest

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Beautiful town with many sights including the Beguinage, the Citadel and beautiful historic buildings. Definitely worth a visit!!

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20.9 km

Beguinage of Diest

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The beguinage is one of the largest and best preserved in the country and was founded in 1253. Past the beautiful entrance gate in Rubensian Baroque (1671) you enter a …

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21.6 km

Old Dam on the Zwarte Beek

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Beautifully beautiful passage over the black stream with an old dam still in operation.

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22.8 km

Fort Leopold

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The brick fort Leopold is completely dug into the Lazarijberg and was designed by Major E. De Lannoy, Commander of the Engineers in Diest. It is a rare surviving type …

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