Alden Biesen Gatehouse – Sunken Lanes loop from Bilzen
Alden Biesen Gatehouse – Sunken Lanes loop from Bilzen
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Alden Biesen Gatehouse – Sunken Lanes loop from Bilzen
03:39
60.1km
410m
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: May 22, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 24.1 km for 26 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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3.67 km
Landscommanderij Alden Biesen
Castle
4.30 km
Alden Biesen Gatehouse
Highlight • Monument
Construction Period --> Medieval core (13th–14th centuries), later remodeled in the Baroque style
Function --> Access control, representation, protection
Building Material --> Brick with natural stone detailing
Design --> Arched gateway with flanking towers, heraldic or religious symbols
Location --> Transition from the outer bailey to the inner courtyard
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6.23 km
Weerterbosje
Forest
13.7 km
Millen Moated Castle
Highlight • Castle
The castle was first mentioned in 1365. The original castle was converted into a moated castle in the 14th century. It then consisted of the older keep that was expanded into a square moated castle with a gate tower and two side towers. In the first half of the 17th century, the fortress, which had fallen into ruins, was converted into a castle. It became a comfortable nobleman's residence without military significance. From the 18th century, the castle was no longer permanently inhabited and fell into disrepair. In 1811 it was bought by Baron de Blisia, after which much of it was demolished, including the keep and the tower on the southwest side. Only the east and west wings remained and they have been used as farms ever since.
In 1972, the remains of the castle were purchased by the municipality and restored. The 14th-century left tower in marlstone has a Gothic vault. It is part of the east wing, which may date back to the 12th century.
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24.0 km
Moerenpoort City Gate
Highlight • Historical Site
The Nusen Gate, which connected to the road to Wezet, was built between 1257 and 1264 on the remains of the Roman wall from the second century AD.
In 1344, Engelbert III van der Mark became Prince-Bishop of Liège. His accession caused great tension throughout the diocese. In 1347, the Moerenpoort was destroyed in an attack by the soldiers of the former Prince-Bishop of Liège, Adolf II van der Mark. In 1379, the reconstruction of the Moerenpoort began. The porch, to which the wooden gate was attached to close the passage, was destroyed by the French troops in 1673. Thanks to an agreement between the residents of the Beinehof St. Katharina and the troops, the Moerenpoort was protected from the French devastation.
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24.2 km
Beguinage of Tongeren
Highlight • Historical Site
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33.5 km
View of the Orchards
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39.3 km
Parkje van Kasteel Haagsmeer
Forest
46.4 km
Saint Peter in Chains Church, Wintershoven
Highlight • Religious Site
Story
The community of Wintershoven is very old. A small church made of wood and clay is said to have stood there as early as the 7th century. The following saints are said to be buried there: Lambert, Landoaldus, Amantius, Vinciana and Landrada. They were followers of Saint Amandus, who is also said to be buried there. The relics of these saints are said to have been raised to the altar in the second half of the 8th century. The saints are called the Saints of Wintershoven.
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46.7 km
Cycle path from Wintershoven to Vliermaal
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
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56.8 km
Sunken Lanes
Highlight • Trail
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60.1 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
31.1 km
13.7 km
11.8 km
2.97 km
419 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
33.4 km
20.3 km
4.44 km
1.66 km
304 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (140 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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Saturday 4 July
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17°C
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