Apple Orchard – Baliekouter loop from Wakken

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Apple Orchard – Baliekouter loop from Wakken

Moderate

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Apple Orchard – Baliekouter loop from Wakken

02:39

10.4km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Bus stop

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556 m

Hondiuspark Pond, Wakken

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Hondius???
The name refers to Judocus Hondius (Latinization of Joost d'Hondt) was a cartographer born in Wakken in 1563. He was active in London and Amsterdam, and is best known as a republisher of the atlases of Gerardus Mercator.
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4.04 km

Country Lane in Rural Belgium

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Bit soggy at times

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5.12 km

Mandel River Sluice

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The "sluis Tieltstraat" is a transfer lock located on the Mandel on the border of Dentergem and Wakken. It regulates the flow and water level.
During tours on the Mandel, …

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6.36 km

Apple Orchard

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Nice walk during fruit picking (September)

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7.57 km

Bridge over the Mandel

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De Mandel near provincial domain Baliekouter. Thanks to the bridge, you can cross with dry feet.

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7.77 km

Baliekouter

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The provincial domain Baliekouter is an ideal starting point for walks, among other things. The De Baliekouter eatery and atmospheric café is closed on Mondays and Thursdays. Toilets are accessible on the days of closure.

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8.37 km