View of the Grote Platwijer Pond – Bench with a view loop from Zonhoven

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View of the Grote Platwijer Pond – Bench with a view loop from Zonhoven

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View of the Grote Platwijer Pond – Bench with a view loop from Zonhoven

01:49

28.0km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.3 km for 81 m

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6.08 km

View of the Grote Platwijer Pond

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Beautiful viewpoint over the Grote Platwijer Pond.

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7.49 km

Boundary Stone from 1666 (Hasselt-Zonhoven Border Marker)

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Hasselt and Zonhoven have competed for a piece of heathland since 1333. To finally try to resolve the conflict, the Prince Bishop of Liège had this 'pillar' placed in 1666. …

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11.3 km

Domein Kiewit

Nature Reserve

12.7 km

Bench with a view of the pond in Eikbos

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The path to these small lakes (including De Grote Moffert) is paved, but not in such good condition. Nevertheless, the small detour is worthwhile and it is significantly less busy than at the water crossing.

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12.9 km

The Reed Pond

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Away from the hustle and bustle (at the water crossing) there are always idyllic small ponds, such as the Rietvijver here.

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13.0 km

Bench with a view

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A bench with a beautiful view of the water. What more could you want on a sunny day?

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13.1 km

Between the ponds

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There is plenty of greenery between the waters...

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13.5 km

Cycling Through the Water

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The cycle path through the water leads cyclists over a 212-meter-long and three-meter-wide concrete path, with water at eye level on both sides. Swans and other waterfowl swim along the …

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