Rood Klooster – Red Cloister Abbey loop from Basse-Wavre

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Rood Klooster – Red Cloister Abbey loop from Basse-Wavre

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Rood Klooster – Red Cloister Abbey loop from Basse-Wavre

02:56

45.9km

440m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 24.0 km for 259 m

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Train Station

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17.1 km

Rood Klooster

Highlight • Religious Site

The Red Monastery, also known as the Rooklooster, is a historic monastery complex in Oudergem, near Brussels, that dates back to the 14th century. This former Augustinian monastery is located …

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17.2 km

View of one of the Rouge-Cloître ponds

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Le Rouge-Cloître is classified as a nature reserve, in the same way as the Soignes forest. It is home to exceptional flora and fauna. Cyclists and walkers have the opportunity to discover its gardens, walks and ponds.

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18.0 km

Red Cloister Bridge

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Wonderful place. Perfect for a break or just as crossing point.
Wonderful place. Perfect for a break or as a crossing point.

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18.4 km

Red hermitage and priory, Oudergem

Highlight • Religious Site

Red Vault
The priory was founded in 1367-1369 from a small vault[2] that existed since 1366. In 1368, Willem Daniëls, together with two colleagues, priests from the Brussels Saint Gudula …

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18.6 km

Red Cloister Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

In a small valley I the middle of the woods the terrain opens up and you see the convent. Some animals, cobble stones and water. What more do you need to sit down on a bench and enjoy?

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