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Aalter

Kraenepoel Lake – View of Kraenepoel loop from Aalter

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Belgium
Flanders
East Flanders
Gent
Aalter

Kraenepoel Lake – View of Kraenepoel loop from Aalter

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Kraenepoel Lake – View of Kraenepoel loop from Aalter

01:02

4.09km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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2.03 km

Villa Kraenepoel

Highlight • Historical Site

The Kraenepoel took its current shape at the beginning of the 19th century. The construction of a dike and an emptying construction allowed the pond to be managed as a …

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2.24 km

Kraenepoel Lake

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Even during the winter months it is nice to stay here, especially in cold and clear weather it is beautiful here. Always many birds to spot.

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2.42 km

View of Kraenepoel

Highlight • Lake

There are benches in a few places and these are about the only places where you have a good view of the nature reserve. A bit like a painting in a museum. A beautiful view but you can't get in.

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2.43 km

Here you can read about the ecological recovery management of the Kraenepoel.

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2.49 km

Kraenepoel Pond

Highlight • Lake

The Kraenepoel (or: Kranepoel), sometimes also called Kraenepoelvijver or Kraenepoelmeer, is a lake of 22 hectares with surrounding forests, in the municipality of Aalter (Belgium).
During (severe) frost periods it …

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4.09 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.02 km

Surfaces

3.12 km

892 m

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Wednesday 20 May

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