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Cycle Path by the Lake – De Klot Observation Tower loop from Kapellen

Cycle Path by the Lake – De Klot Observation Tower loop from Kapellen

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Cycle Path by the Lake – De Klot Observation Tower loop from Kapellen

04:22

74.5km

100m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 18.6 km for 210 m

After 19.1 km for 245 m

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Start point

Train Station

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3.45 km

Cycle Path by the Lake

Highlight • Cycleway

Follow the main road. The side paths are not allowed for bikes.

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3.60 km

During the months of May and June it is a good idea to take a walk or bike ride through the Uitlegger, a piece of land of no less than 90 hectares. You will be greeted by beautiful blooming rhododendrons and azaleas that will pamper your eyes and your nose. In addition to the forest, where there are mainly coniferous trees, you can also relax by the pond.

And this pond has an interesting history. It was created from bunkers dating from the First World War. The owner at the time covered those bunkers with sand, creating the pond as we know it today. And as icing on the cake, the Antitankgracht, which runs straight through the area, provides a special living environment in which rare animals and plants feel at home. So if you are looking for a unique nature experience, you should definitely take a look here!

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5.88 km

Singletrack Through the Heather

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Slightly descending singletrack if you take it from north to south

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8.95 km

Mastendreef Cycle Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A super great bike path, really easy to drive, great landscape and forest area.
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10.0 km

Forest Lake

Highlight • Lake

Quiet spot with a bench to muse on the water.

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19.2 km

Noordheuvel

Forest

25.1 km

Wolfsheuvel

Nature Reserve

29.7 km

De Maatjes

Nature Reserve

30.4 km

De Maatjes Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

The nature reserve is located in the municipalities of Kalmthout and Wuustwezel, on the Dutch border. It is a small reed marsh with surrounding, sometimes wet grasslands and many rows of trees and wood edges. Together with its Dutch counterpart 'De Matjens', De Maatjes forms a cross-border nature reserve. It is especially important as a habitat for various species of reed and meadow birds. A beautiful area to come for a walk and enjoy the open landscape.

From peat extraction area to nature

The cross-border nature reserve was originally a stream valley with marshes, which is why it is relatively low-lying. Over time, the marshes have been used as a peat extraction area. This happened, among other things, with the construction of the Roosendaalse Vaart. These peat canals are still present in the area and ensure drainage of the area. At the same time, the regional agricultural area increased, especially on higher grounds. The share of extensively managed grasslands decreased. De Maatjes/de Matjens, the lower part of the original area, are the last remnant of the former marshland.
European top nature

De Maatjes is part of the European nature network Natura 2000 and is designated as a bird directive area. For example, it is a priority for De Maatjes that we work on restoring good water management, so that the conditions for bird species such as the curlew, hen harrier and bittern can improve. These are bird species that require a larger habitat than the current area. That is why, among other things, expanding suitable grasslands and reed land is important.

With a number of targeted development works, the Agency for Nature and Forests is restoring the habitat of European protected bird species in De Maatjes. The improvement of nature not only makes the area more valuable for the characteristic marsh species, but also for visitors. The works fit in with the Blue Deal programme, which aims to restore wet nature. These areas are known for their sponge effect and form important carbon storage sites, so that their restoration counteracts the negative effects of climate change. Read more about the works.
Lookout tower De Klot

Be sure to visit De Klot, a 7-metre-high lookout tower from which you can look out over the wide area. The name 'de Klot' refers to a clog, a lump of peat or turf. You will also get more information about the peat past.

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