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Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem – Meandering Grote Struisbeek loop from Hemiksem

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Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem – Meandering Grote Struisbeek loop from Hemiksem

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Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem – Meandering Grote Struisbeek loop from Hemiksem

02:56

11.5km

30m

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 17, 2026

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Nationaal Park Scheldevallei

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970 m

Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem

Highlight • Religious Site

The Cistercians of the imposing Saint Bernard Abbey, founded in 1243, are the founders of clay mining and brick production in the Rupel region. In the Middle Ages, the abbey was one of the richest in Western Europe. The French Revolution decided the fate of the Cistercians. The abbey church was demolished and a naval hospital was built in 1811 in the Napoleonic era. Later the building complex was still used as a prison etc. Now it is used as a town hall. The 14 ha park is simple but historic. There are also two museums. The Heemmuseum and the Tile Museum Gilliot. Definitely worth a visit.

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1.36 km

Bridge Between Hemiksem Abbey and Scheve Toren

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Bridge that makes the cycling / walking connection between Schelle and Hemiksem, away from the busy road. The bridge is located between the abbey and the Leaning Tower

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1.42 km

Sint-Bernardus Abbey - Hemiksem

Highlight • Religious Site

The Cistercians of the imposing Saint Bernard Abbey, founded in 1243, are the founders of clay mining and brick production in the Rupel region. In the Middle Ages, the abbey was one of the richest in Western Europe. The French Revolution decided the fate of the Cistercians. The abbey church was demolished and in 1811 a naval hospital was built in full Napoleonic time. Later, the building complex was still used as a prison, etc... Now it is used as a town hall. The 14 ha park is simple but historic. There are also two museums. The Heem Museum and the Tile Museum Gilliot. Well worth a visit.

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2.82 km

Grote Struisbeek Bridge

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This bridge is a blessing for walking and cycling along the Grote Struisbeek.

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3.10 km

Meandering Grote Struisbeek

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Beautiful walking environment with always something new around the bend.

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5.07 km

Cleydael Nature Reserve

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Cleydael is historically part of the castle park of Cleydael Castle. On the old map of Count de Ferraris (1770-1775), the forest area is almost identical to the forest area today. The background as a castle park is especially reflected in the avenues with a view of the castle, the alternation between forest and open area and the various remarkable trees, such as the extensive old oaks and the hill on which a gazebo once stood.
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5.47 km

Cleydael Castle in Aartselaar

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Cleydael a water lock from the 16th century. The castle has been destroyed several times over the centuries, burned down and rebuilt and renovated each time. Now the domain of the fairytale castle is part of the golf course of Golfclub Cleydael. Only members can admire the castle in its splendor. The Castle is now accessible again to anyone who would like to strengthen the inner person. (Read class restaurant)

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9.77 km

Den Akker

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How old industrial lands get a new purpose.
This is an oasis of tranquility with playful elements in the landscape.

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.10 km

2.71 km

2.03 km

1.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.15 km

2.82 km

2.00 km

1.20 km

840 m

483 m

Elevation

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Friday 26 June

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Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem – Meandering Grote Struisbeek loop from Hemiksem

Sint-Bernardus Abbey Hemiksem

Bridge Between Hemiksem Abbey and Scheve Toren

Sint-Bernardus Abbey - Hemiksem

Grote Struisbeek Bridge

Meandering Grote Struisbeek

Cleydael Nature Reserve

Cleydael Castle in Aartselaar

Den Akker

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