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Junction of Four Canals – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Olen

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Junction of Four Canals – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Olen

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4.0

(7)

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Junction of Four Canals – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Olen

02:27

43.3km

50m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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: September 25, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

132 m

Olen Station

Highlight • Rest Area

The station building, which dates from 1878, houses the public café 't Stationneke. In addition to a well-stocked beer menu, this characterful brown pub also has a modest beer museum. …

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2

1.56 km

View of the Canal from the Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Water views are always an added value...

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3

2.80 km

Paved Side of the Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Here you can choose between asphalt or gravel...

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4

5.69 km

Thijs Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

So drink something on time...

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5

8.34 km

Street art at the old flour mills

Highlight • Monument

As long as the factory is still here you can enjoy beautiful street art.

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6

11.0 km

Municipal Recreation Area - Dekshoevevijver

Highlight • Lake

Recreation domain Dekshoevevijver in Geel is open every day from sunrise to sunset. A great place for cycling, walking or picnicking by the pond. Be sure to climb the watchtower.

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7

22.0 km

Junction of Four Canals

Highlight • Structure

In addition to the Albert Canal and the Bocholt-Herentals Canal, the Dessel-Schoten Canal is connected to the Dessel-Kwaadmechelen Canal, which is an extension of it and is also connected to the Albert Canal on the east side.

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8

22.1 km

SAS4 Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

If the legs still allow it, a climb is definitely worth it, for a nice pancake you go to the pancake boat (across the bridge).

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B

43.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.3 km

10.8 km

7.94 km

136 m

132 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.8 km

4.25 km

179 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Wednesday 21 October

15°C

8°C

46 %

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