’s Hertogenmolens, Aarschot – Demer Towpath loop from Herselt

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’s Hertogenmolens, Aarschot – Demer Towpath loop from Herselt

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’s Hertogenmolens, Aarschot – Demer Towpath loop from Herselt

02:55

49.2km

120m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 16.2 km for 22 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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60 m

Hertberg Entry Point & Picnic Area

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Hertberg is an endless area of forest and nature, located in a region where three provinces meet. The nature reserve is not only a source of pleasure and relaxation for …

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15.8 km

View of the Demer River and Aarschot Church

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From Aarschot, you can navigate in two directions, using the Demer as a guide: upstream to Testelt, or downstream to Werchter and its estuary in the Dijle. Whichever direction you …

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16.4 km

’s Hertogenmolens, Aarschot

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This watermill complex, founded around 1510 by Willem de Croy, lord of Aarschot, was the most impressive in the region and connected the northern part of the city with the …

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17.3 km

Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge at Aarschot Station

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Practical bridge. The gradient is comfortable. The approach lanes are wide enough for everyone to cross the railway at their own pace. At the top, you have a beautiful view of the trains coming and going.

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20.8 km

Demer Towpath

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If it is on the way, definitely plan for it. Finest asphalt and quiet. So if it is not a detour, clearly recommended!

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25.0 km

Sven Nys Cycling Center

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Visit the museum/experience center. Have a nice meal or drink in eetcafe Velo. You can even take a shower or clean your bike. Also very nice bike rental by TREK …

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31.4 km

Bieheide

Forest

38.3 km

Old Railway Line 29 Aarschot–Herentals

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The shortest route, and the fastest too, from Aarschot to Herentals... The Route, as they say here...

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46.1 km

Kapittelberg

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After a short climb it is a pleasant surprise to arrive here.
"Stop or start the descent right away?"
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There is also a sign with information about the Kapittelberg.
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Location: Kapittelbergstraat 4 2230 Herselt

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