Sunken Lanes – Alden Biesen Gatehouse loop from Kerniel

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Sunken Lanes – Alden Biesen Gatehouse loop from Kerniel

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Sunken Lanes – Alden Biesen Gatehouse loop from Kerniel

02:51

46.8km

380m

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

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.35 km

Parkje van Kasteel Haagsmeer

Forest

9.48 km

Saint Peter in Chains Church, Wintershoven

Highlight • Religious Site

The Sint Pietersbandenkerk is the parish church of Wintershoven and is located on St. Lambertusstraße.
Story
The community of Wintershoven is very old. A small church made of wood and …

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9.79 km

Cycle path from Wintershoven to Vliermaal

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Beautiful bike path from Wintershoven to Vliermaal

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14.7 km

Kruislinde and Troostplek Hoeselt

Highlight • Viewpoint

Let yourself be touched by the inspiring sculpture, the understated poetry, and the subtle symbolism, which blend beautifully with the tranquility of nature.

A place to pause, feel, and come to yourself. You are most welcome.

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19.9 km

Sunken Lanes

Highlight • Trail

Hollow roads are not only important for nature, they also play a valuable role in agriculture and in our free time. Together with other slow roads, they form the perfect …

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22.3 km

The Guesthouse of the Land Commandery

Highlight • Restaurant

Bistro ’t Gasthuis
’t Gasthuis is a warm, welcoming brasserie right by the main entrance of Alden Biesen. The brasserie is operated under concession by an entrepreneurial family. You will …

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23.0 km

Alden Biesen Gatehouse

Highlight • Monument

Architectural Features:

Construction Period --> Medieval core (13th–14th centuries), later remodeled in the Baroque style

Function --> Access control, representation, protection

Building Material --> Brick with natural stone detailing

Design --> Arched gateway with flanking towers, heraldic or religious symbols

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24.9 km

Weerterbosje

Forest

31.2 km

Between `s Herenelderen + Castle of 's Herenelderen

Highlight (Segment) • Castle

Asphalted path, although very narrow for a short time. The castle cannot be visited even if there is no sign there. However, free-roaming dogs draw attention to this. 🙈

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38.4 km