The best road cycling routes around Killem

Modern and all curves, the Suikerbrug offers a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape.

Enough to send the watts

The castle isn't open to the public except for specific events, so check the calendar. It's located just across from Beauvoorde's beautiful church and cemetery. A little further down the street, you'll also find the old pancake bakery and pancake house. You used to be able to visit both, but now there's a vending machine selling the famous Beauvoorde pancakes.

From the 10th century onwards, a Romanesque church stood here. This church had fallen into very poor condition, and in 1802 it was renovated to serve as a parish church after the French Revolution. By 1862, only the nave remained, and it was decided to demolish the old church. In 1872, the foundation stone of a new church was laid on top of a dune. It was a Neo-Gothic church building. In 1940, this church was largely destroyed. Consequently, worshippers had to worship in a temporary church, and reconstruction began in 1949. Construction was interrupted by bankruptcy, but resumed in 1955. The church was consecrated in 1958. The church has a tower attached to the front, which also housed a clock in 1988. The stained-glass windows in the choir depict the life of Saint Vincent de Paul. Source: Wikipedia

This monument commemorates the residents of Ghyvelde who died in the First and Second World Wars. The monument stands on the square in front of the church. Atop the column is a sculpture: at the front, a soldier with a rifle and a flag in his hand. Behind him is the statue of a victorious woman holding a laurel wreath above the flag. Below that, a cross in relief: "1914 – 1918" "To the children of Ghyvelde who died for France" On the plinth are several memorial plaques: "To the fighters Tunisia – Morocco – Algeria * Indochina 1952-1962 1946-1954" Below that, a plaque listing the victims of the First World War, arranged by year. The names continue on the right side of the plinth. 1914: 15 names 1915: 14 names 1916: 14 names 1917: 7 names (right) 1918: 12 names At the bottom, a plaque with 27 names, indicating their regiment, various nationalities (including Canadians). "Ghyvelde was liberated on September 15, 1944" On the left side of the plinth : "Civilian Casualties" 1914: 4 names 1917: 1 name "Tribute to the Canadian Soldiers" 1944 "War 1939-1945 Military Casualties": 9 names Source: https://www.tracesofwar.nl/sights/5847/Oorlogsmonument-Ghyvelde.htm

Centuries ago, one of the two mills of Ten Duinen Abbey stood here, and today stands the South Abbey Mill. The current South Abbey Mill of Koksijde dates from 1773 and originally stood in Houtem near Veurne (the Lootvoet mill). It was demolished there in 1951-1952 and rebuilt in Koksijde in 1953. Miller Patrick Geryl remains the only remaining full-time miller in Belgium. Anyone who visits the mill will be captivated by his every word: he'll happily give you a tour of his habitat: the South Abbey Mill. Feel the wind play with the mill, see how the grain is ground into flour, and smell the history. Highly recommended! Practical information: Individuals can visit the South Abbey Mill during regular opening hours from April to September. €2 for an adult, €1 for minors. Mill address: Jaak Van Buggenhoutlaan 120 (near the Abbey Museum). Intrigued? Click through to https://www.tenduinen.be/nl/beklim-de-zuid-abdijmolen

The Suikerbrug is a cycle and footbridge that connects the city center of Veurne with Suikerpark.

Easier side of Kemmelberg, but don't start too hard and leave some energy to the last part, which kicks just before the top.