4 walking routes along the water
Walking beside rivers, streams and ponds features high on the list of relaxing activities. The murmuring, ebbing and lapping of the water. Those hours of peacefully gazing at the current, and the characteristic fauna and flora.
All these elements make any watercourse or pool a delightful spot for some relaxation. It's the ideal spot to stretch your legs for a while.
4 beautiful walking routes along the water
In Scheldeland, water plays the starring role. Beside the water: idyllic paths and trails. And on those paths: you. Alone and lost in your thoughts. Or accompanied on a lovely stroll by your partner, friends or family. Whatever you prefer: you can relax completely here in the pleasant nature.
To make sure you don't miss out on a moment of nature and relaxation, we have mapped out the 4 most beautiful walking routes along the water. They're easy to follow – there's no chance of getting lost. Which walking route along the water will you choose?
1 The Klinkaart route in Boom and Niel
The brick factories in the Rupel region have an illustrious and formidable past which is certainly worth exploring. This 8-kilometre walking trail guides you past Hellegat and Noeveren, two largely authentic brickwork hamlets. Imagine brick factories with characteristic chimneys, kilometres of dry warehouses and the workers' homes pressed together on the bank of the Rupel.
Together they form a unique picture, immersing you in the living and working conditions of this lost industry. Furthermore: they form the beating heart of the region – even today. After all, nowadays industrial heritage holds much appeal for tourists and history lovers. As such, the past activities have become a source of excitement and interest for the tourist industry in the region.
Not had enough with your village walk? Then do the 3.5 kilometre nature walk through the nature area Walenhoek. Once a complex of clay pits, this is now home to a varied landscape with marshland, hay meadows, brushwood and idyllic ponds.
The brick factories in the Rupel region have an illustrious and formidable past which is certainly worth exploring. This 8-kilometre walking trail guides you past Hellegat and Noeveren, two largely authentic brickwork hamlets. Imagine brick factories with characteristic chimneys, kilometres of dry warehouses and the workers' homes pressed together on the bank of the Rupel.
Together they form a unique picture, immersing you in the living and working conditions of this lost industry. Furthermore: they form the beating heart of the region – even today. After all, nowadays industrial heritage holds much appeal for tourists and history lovers. As such, the past activities have become a source of excitement and interest for the tourist industry in the region.
Not had enough with your village walk? Then do the 3.5 kilometre nature walk through the nature area Walenhoek. Once a complex of clay pits, this is now home to a varied landscape with marshland, hay meadows, brushwood and idyllic ponds.
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Boomsestraat
2845 Niel
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4,9 km
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1u 35m
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46% Paved
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2 Walking in the land of Emile Verhaeren in Puurs-Sint-Amands
This route takes you through the characteristic Scheldt village Sint-Amands. There is a basic route of 5 kilometres and an additional, optional loop of 12 kilometres, allowing you to discover Mariekerke as well.
Sint-Amands is often referred to as the most beautiful bend in the river Scheldt. After all, from the quay there is a breathtaking vista of the river. So it's no surprise that various poets found inspiration here for their poetry. Emile Verhaeren is one of them. This French-Belgian writer and poet did daily excursions along the Scheldt.
In this particularly beautiful region he walked along the picturesque tracks and tow paths and captured his experiences in his poems. The route guides you, as a privileged spectator, past places which played a special role in the life of this famous poet.
This route takes you through the characteristic Scheldt village Sint-Amands. There is a basic route of 5 kilometres and an additional, optional loop of 12 kilometres, allowing you to discover Mariekerke as well.
Sint-Amands is often referred to as the most beautiful bend in the river Scheldt. After all, from the quay there is a breathtaking vista of the river. So it's no surprise that various poets found inspiration here for their poetry. Emile Verhaeren is one of them. This French-Belgian writer and poet did daily excursions along the Scheldt.
In this particularly beautiful region he walked along the picturesque tracks and tow paths and captured his experiences in his poems. The route guides you, as a privileged spectator, past places which played a special role in the life of this famous poet.
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Emile Verhaerenstraat
2890 Sint-Amands
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11,5 km
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1u
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70% Paved
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Your chosen route
Fancy blowing the cobwebs away by the water, plus a hearty helping of heritage, history and culture? Then you're in the right place in Scheldeland. Choose your favourite from our 4 most beautiful walking routes beside the water. And don't delay in discovering our region.
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