View of the Rupel River – Cycle path along the Nete loop from Niel

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View of the Rupel River – Cycle path along the Nete loop from Niel

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View of the Rupel River – Cycle path along the Nete loop from Niel

01:33

27.0km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 21.3 km for 10 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.70 km

View of the Rupel River

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Nice place for cyclists. The cycling is a bit better on the other side of the river in my opinion, because there is no industry there.

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9.82 km

Confluence of the Dijle and Nete = Rupel

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At this location you have a view of the starting point of the shortest river in Belgium - the Rupel. In the municipality of Schelle, only 12 km further Rupel …

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10.1 km

Cycle path along the Nete

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Enjoy a breath of fresh air on the waterfront. Be mindful of other users of the towpath. The towpath is for everyone.

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15.6 km

A bird paradise

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Where the Rupel, Nete and Dijle rivers meet, there is a moor with many water birds. A very beautiful place!

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15.6 km

Blue Bicycle Bridges Dijle - Nete

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Beautiful bridge constructions over the Dijle and the Nete. The bridges are a very important link in the region for commuting and recreational use.
Bridges connect people and landscapes.

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16.2 km

Blue Cycle Bridge over the Dijle

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Beautiful bridge constructions over the Dijle and the Nete. The bridges are a very important link in the region for commuting and recreation.
Bridges connect people and landscapes. Know that it is quite busy here on weekends.

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16.7 km

View of the confluence of the Nete and Dijle = Rupel

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At this location you have a good view of the confluence of the Nete and the Dijle. This is where the story of the Rupel begins.
Because this river has …

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19.1 km

Den Bocht Castle

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The castle is hidden in the foliage behind the Rupeldijk. In the past, this building was a luxurious hunting pavilion. The tower that you can see from the Rupeldijk was …

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27.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.6 km

2.20 km

805 m

339 m

Surfaces