Oude Kwaremont Climb – Kwaremont loop from Etikhove

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Oude Kwaremont Climb – Kwaremont loop from Etikhove

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Oude Kwaremont Climb – Kwaremont loop from Etikhove

02:46

43.5km

460m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 40.2 km for 54 m

Dismount required: • December 1, 2025-September 30, 2026 (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.7 km

Hotond Hill

Highlight • Summit

At this location you are at a height of 150 meters.
This location is therefore also called 'The roof of East Flanders'.
Just enjoy the beautiful views on the roof …

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13.4 km

View of the Flemish Ardennes from Kraaiberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

We are here on the Kraaiberg in Kwaremont, 140 m high.

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17.2 km

Oude Kwaremont Climb

Highlight • Climb

One of the climbs in the Tour of Flanders. Not as steep as the Koppenberg or Paterberg but it's a lot longer. Because it's not as steep it's a good …

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18.1 km

Oude Kwaremont Cobblestone Section

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

During the Tour of Flanders, riders must climb the Oude Kwaremont, the longest cobblestone climb in Flanders, three times. 92 meters of elevation gain must be overcome over a distance …

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18.4 km

Kwaremont Square

Highlight • Settlement

Just after the steepest part of the Oude Kwaremont is Kwaremontplein, if you want to relax there are some typical Flemish cafes to regain your strength. Ideal location to follow the Tour of Flanders.

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18.5 km

Kwaremont is a charming artists' village on the slopes of the 111-meter-high Kwaremontberg. Since the 1940s, artists have been inspired by the village and the surrounding landscape. Today, you'll still …

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21.6 km

Kalkovenbos

Forest

23.0 km

Viewpoint at the top of the Paterberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

The feared Paterberg lives up to its reputation. Immediately when you turn up, you bounce over the cobblestones and if you look up, you see it getting steeper and steeper. …

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37.4 km

Oudenaarde Market Square

Highlight • Historical Site

The square is dominated by the impressive town hall, a masterpiece of Brabantine late Gothic architecture built between 1526 and 1536. Around the square, you will find beautiful historic buildings, …

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38.5 km

't Spei

Nature Reserve

43.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.3 km

14.2 km