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Sint-Gillis-Waas

Heather Stropersbos – Stropersbos loop from Kapellebrug

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Belgium
Flanders
East Flanders
Sint-Niklaas
Sint-Gillis-Waas

Heather Stropersbos – Stropersbos loop from Kapellebrug

Moderate

4.6

(126)

576

hikers

Heather Stropersbos – Stropersbos loop from Kapellebrug

02:13

8.78km

10m

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: May 16, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.27 km

Stropersbos

Highlight • Forest

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3.27 km

Defensive rampart 1701 - 1702

Highlight • Historical Site

Bedmar Line from 1701 - 1702 was raised during the War of the Spanish Succession. A historic location where the kids can now freely romp.

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4.00 km

Heathland

Highlight • Natural

Heathland in recovery.
Come at the right time and see Erica in her full beauty.

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4.56 km

Area for small grazers

Highlight • Forest

An area for grazers. Know that we as humans are guests here in the habitat of the grazers.
Keep your distance and enjoy this piece of nature together.

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5.03 km

Spanish Line in Stropersbos

Highlight • Historical Site

This area has seen its share of wars. It could hardly be otherwise, for a forest that dates back to the 13th century. The War of the Spanish Succession still rears its head here and there. Here you will find remains of the Line that served in 1701.
(Information board on site)
One of the paths in the bid is therefore called "Liniedreef". This runs along the canal "De Linie".

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6.14 km

Fort Sint-Jan in Stropersbos

Highlight • Historical Site

The Stropersbos is spread over the municipalities of Stekene and Sint-Gillis-Waas and is one of the largest forest complexes in East Flanders. You can explore the forest with three walking routes: the green walking loop, the red walking loop and the Laarzenpad (natuurenbos.be/sites/default/files/stropersbos_kaart_0.pdf).
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7.38 km

Heather Stropersbos

Highlight • Natural

In the 19th century, coniferous forests were planted on a large scale in the Stropersbos. That wood was needed to firmly support the tunnels of the coal mines. But in terms of natural value it did not amount to much. That is why the coniferous forest was thinned and cut down over the years. Young heathland appeared again, with bushes and shrubs. Highly appreciated by field crickets and woodlarks. Grazers ensure that the young heath does not reforest.
(Information board on site)

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7.93 km

Stropersbos

Highlight • Forest

The Stropersbos is a natural gem not to be missed with its stately avenues, valuable alder forests, open spaces with heath and its large grazers! Together with the adjacent green areas, the Stropersbos forms one of the largest forest and nature complexes in East Flanders. Numerous walking and cycling opportunities introduce visitors to the Stropersbos. You can also stroll through part of the nature reserve where Konik horses graze. Children are spoiled in the play area.

More information at natuurenbos.be/stropersbos

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8.78 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.99 km

3.00 km

462 m

248 m

Surfaces

3.36 km

3.26 km

1.22 km

638 m

224 m

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