Kasteelbrouwerij Ter Dolen – Abbey Pond loop from Zonhoven

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Kasteelbrouwerij Ter Dolen – Abbey Pond loop from Zonhoven

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Kasteelbrouwerij Ter Dolen – Abbey Pond loop from Zonhoven

02:08

36.8km

90m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 10 m for 2 m

After 36.8 km for 2 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.78 km

Pump House De Wijers

Highlight • Monument

Hidden behind the old mine buildings of Houthalen-Helchteren lie the Laambroek Ponds, with a surprising bit of mining nostalgia: the former pump house, dating back to 1939. From here, cooling …

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4.41 km

Along the railway line

Highlight • Cycleway

The cycle path is paved and leads along the railway line, but through a piece of forest. Shady and nice to drive.

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5.30 km

Bicycle counting station

Highlight • Structure

Here at a cycle path crossing there is a counting station for bicycles.

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10.6 km

Kasteelbrouwerij Ter Dolen

Highlight • Castle

In the outbuildings of this 16th-century castle, a brewery and a cozy restaurant with a beautiful orangery are located. In the winter months, young and old can enjoy a break …

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18.4 km

Hoeve Sonnisheide

Highlight • Cafe

Opening hours:
from Easter to October: from 2 p.m. (closed on Mondays)
July and August: every day from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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25.7 km

Abbey Pond

Highlight • Lake

The pond is on the bike path in a forest. Nearby is the Abdijhoeve.

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25.9 km

Houthalen Abbey Farm

Highlight • Restaurant

The Houthalen Abbey Farm has its roots in the 12th or 13th century. Baron Moreau De Bellaing removed the west wing in 1851. This new, open character made passers-by curious! …

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27.8 km

De Plas Kelchterhoef Beach

Highlight • Beach

Here you will find a large, beautiful lido with a long jetty that leads into the water. Right next to it is a campsite where you can stay overnight with or without a tent.

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