Paterberg Climb – Oude Kwaremont Climb loop from Kluisbergen

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Paterberg Climb – Oude Kwaremont Climb loop from Kluisbergen

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Paterberg Climb – Oude Kwaremont Climb loop from Kluisbergen

03:39

48.8km

700m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 16.5 km for 347 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.38 km

Kalkovenbos

Forest

7.23 km

Chapel of the White Branch (Kapel Wittentak) Ronse

Highlight • Religious Site

Wittentak Chapel

A long time ago, an oak stood on the north side of the city, with a white branch overshadowing a statue of Saint Mary. This oak was located on the top corner of Kapellestraat and Meulekensstraat.

A first building would be erected there in 1637.

In 1952, an inscription was found on the statue during the restoration. The Roman numerals mentioned the year 1439. This confirms that the veneration of Our Lady of Wittentak is more than 13 years older than that of Kerselare. Numerous pilgrims came to the Scherpenberg every year. In 1636 the bubonic plague broke out. O.a. Kortrijk and Ronse had a hard time. The residents promised that if the epidemic disappeared, the statue would be given a more dignified home. The disease subsided from that moment on and in 1639 the construction of the chapel started. A stone with the date October 19, 1639 refers to the dedication by Antonius Triest, bishop of Ghent. The chapel was dedicated to Our Lady and St. Roch, patron saint against contagious diseases. Like all buildings, the chapel has not escaped the ravages of time. For example, the novena of 1889 could no longer take place there due to the risk of collapse.
The old chapel, with its various styles (including rococo and Gothic) was completely demolished in 1892. David Cambier had donated land 500 meters next to the original site of the oak for a new chapel. Work started in 1891. On Saturday, July 3, 1891, Dean Mortier of St. Hermes was able to lay the foundation stone. On this stone we find a cross and the year 1891. Exactly one year later, on Sunday, July 3, 1892, the solemn dedication took place amid massive interest. Inside the chapel we find the altarpiece. The house R. Rooms from Ghent took care of the delivery of statues, furniture and the four candlesticks. The neo-Gothic windows are younger and date from the beginning of the 20th century. In the later stained glass windows we recognize Saint Anthony of Padua, Saint John the Baptist, Saint Godelieve, Saint Elisabeth, Saint Aloisius, Blessed Margaret and Saint Joseph. Images of healed body parts were also hung in a special cupboard. An active "White Branch Committee" ensured that an open-air Stations of the Cross could be consecrated in 1984.

Practical:

Address: Kapellestraat, 9600 Ronse.
from March to October: open every day
from November to February: closed

Source: ontdekronse.be/nl/kapel-wittentak

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17.2 km

Gravel path in Muziekbos

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

18.0 km

Muziekbos

Nature Reserve

18.6 km

Muziekbos

Highlight • Forest

In the Muziekbos in Ronse you can hear the rustling melody of the leaves rustling in the wind. Let yourself be carried away by this soft music game in the trees and enjoy the natural beauty of this green oasis to the fullest. The Muziekbos is worth a visit, especially in the spring with its blooming wild hyacinths, periwinkle and wild garlic.

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18.9 km

Kanarieberg offroad

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The alternative for those who really want to tame the Kanarieberg off-road. This climb is littered with loose, coarse stones and deep ruts from erosion. A good line choice is crucial here: look for the harder clay strips on the edges to maintain grip. Not ideal for thin tires, but a fantastic challenge on a gravel or mountain bike with a beautiful Ardennes scenery.

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22.4 km

View of the Countryside

Highlight • Viewpoint

Quite a decent climb.

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24.3 km

Patersbos/ Pyreneeën-Tombele

Nature Reserve

45.2 km

Viewpoint at the top of the Paterberg

Highlight • Viewpoint

The feared Paterberg lives up to its reputation. Immediately when you turn up, you bounce over the cobblestones and if you look up, you see it getting steeper and steeper. Up to twenty percent. Fortunately, there is a gutter and the climb does not take too long, only 350 meters...

At the top, catch your breath on the bench and enjoy a fabulous view!

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45.2 km

Paterberg Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Hugely short, but steep cobblestone climb. In recent years the executioner in the final of the Tour of Flanders!

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47.7 km

Oude Kwaremont Climb

Highlight • Climb

One of the climbs in the Tour of Flanders. Not as steep as the Koppenberg or Paterberg but it's a lot longer. Because it's not as steep it's a good beginner if you are exploring the cobbled climbs in Flanders for the first time.
Distance: 2,2km
Average gradient: 4,2%
Max gradient: 11%

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