Ooigem Lock – M108 Howitzer by the Leie loop from Wielsbeke

Ooigem Lock – M108 Howitzer by the Leie loop from Wielsbeke

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Ooigem Lock – M108 Howitzer by the Leie loop from Wielsbeke

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36.0km

50m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

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3.55 km

Ooigem Lock

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The lock of Ooigem was built in the early 1970s and is due for a thorough renovation (2021) so that a smooth service can also be guaranteed in the future.

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5.06 km

M108 Howitzer by the Leie

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This war memorial, a M108 Howitzer, commemorates the fallen soldiers who died during the Battle of the Leie. (24 - 26 May 1940, WW2). The first superstructure, M109 Howitzer, was …

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5.50 km

Leie Cycling Path: Desselgem to Harelbeke

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Nice track for a sharp pace.

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22.5 km

Munken Bridge (Leie Bridge)

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The new Munken Bridge over the Leie connects Desselgem and Ooigem. Cyclists and pedestrians have a separate bicycle and pedestrian path with a gradient of only 4 percent. 'Munken' refers …

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22.7 km

Leie Riverside Path St. Eloois Vijve–Desselgem

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Beautiful route from St. Eloois Vijve to Desselgem along the south side of the Leie. Almost completely car-free. Connect to segment Leie Desselgem-Harelbeke. Ideal for walking, touring cycling, running or cycling

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