Tongerlo Abbey – De Merode Castle, Westerlo loop from Zichem

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Tongerlo Abbey – De Merode Castle, Westerlo loop from Zichem

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Tongerlo Abbey – De Merode Castle, Westerlo loop from Zichem

02:49

47.9km

110m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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3.87 km

Averbode Abbey

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The Abbey of Averbode was founded in 1135 on the initiative of Arnold II, Count of Loon.

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4.08 km

Cycle Path from Gerhagen to Lekdreef

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Nice quiet cycle path through nature with a monastery with cafe on the southwest side.

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21.4 km

Saint Dymphna Chapel Zammel

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According to legend, Dimpna and Gerebernus would have lived in a hut in Zammel for several months. A chapel was built near this hut in the mid-17th century. This was …

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26.3 km

Tongerlo Abbey

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One of the 3 abbeys of the Norbertines in the region: Tongerlo, Averbode and Postel.

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27.9 km

Jeanne de Merode Castle

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The castle was built between 1909 and 1911 and is a beautiful example of Brabant neo-Gothic. It belonged to the Countess Jeanne de Merode. After her death (1944) it was …

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29.4 km

De Merode Castle, Westerlo

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The name De Merode has been linked to the history of the municipality of Westerlo for more than five centuries.
The Kasteel de Merode is more than 600 years old …

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37.8 km

Winding country lane between Veerle-Heide and Varendonk

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It's great to be able to cycle here (especially when the weather is good). The nature around you, relaxing views and just taking some time to enjoy.

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44.1 km

The Norbertine Abbey is a living embodiment of spirituality and (church) culture. Around 30 brothers live here, their day structured by three communal prayer times: morning prayer, the Eucharist (at …

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