{"id":1413,"date":"2020-06-09T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-09T14:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/?p=1413"},"modified":"2025-02-04T10:48:24","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T10:48:24","slug":"our-favourite-cycling-routes-at-the-flemish-ardennes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/en\/blog\/our-favourite-cycling-routes-at-the-flemish-ardennes","title":{"rendered":"Our Favourite Cycling Routes in the Flemish Ardennes"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1413\" class=\"elementor elementor-1413\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6a686ca elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6a686ca\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4378ae8\" data-id=\"4378ae8\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cc42764 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"cc42764\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Flemish Ardennes offer the most beautiful cycling scenery in Flanders: a rolling landscape full of winding roads, idyllic villages, and hidden gems. Whether you prefer a leisurely ride along babbling brooks or crave the challenge of famous cobblestones and steep climbs, this region has it all. We\u2019ve specially selected the most beautiful routes for you. Hop on your bike and discover it for yourself!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-44b8b31 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"44b8b31\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-1a8a4df\" data-id=\"1a8a4df\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3bbdbe elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d3bbdbe\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Tour of Flanders cycling route<\/h2><p>Do you dream of conquering the legendary cobblestones and climbs of the Tour of Flanders? This route puts you in the footsteps of cycling heroes. With 115 kilometers of challenging terrain, you\u2019ll experience the Tour of Flanders in all its glory. Prefer something shorter? Opt for the 80-kilometer version, which still includes all the iconic climbs.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routen.be\/en\/tour-flanders-cycling-route-red-circuit\">Tour the Flanders &#8211; 115 km cycling route<\/a><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routen.be\/en\/tour-flanders-cycling-route-blue-circuit\">Tour the Flanders &#8211; 80 km cycling route<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d9a8e65\" data-id=\"d9a8e65\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4e05ca9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"4e05ca9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2292\" alt=\"Brick road with trees along the way going downhill to the field with houses in the distance\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/melden-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-c09d970 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"c09d970\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4364169\" data-id=\"4364169\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c879b89 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c879b89\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Watermill cycling route<\/h2><p>Be enchanted by the idyllic municipality of Zwalm, where six historic watermills form the backdrop of a 40-kilometer route. Cycle through charming rural villages, past centuries-old farmhouses, and enjoy local beers and delicacies along the way. A journey that delights all your senses!<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routen.be\/watermolen-fietsroute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View the Watermill Cycling Route.<\/a><\/p><h2>The Flandrien\u00a0<br \/>Challenge by STRAVA<\/h2><p>For the true endurance riders, there\u2019s the Flandrien Challenge by STRAVA. The goal is to conquer 59 iconic climbs and cobblestone sections within 72 hours, including the legendary Koppenberg, Paterberg, and Oude Kwaremont. A grueling but epic experience for those who want to measure themselves against the greats of cycling. Do you dare to take it on?<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cyclinginflanders.cc\/flandrien-challenge\">Discover the Flandrien Challenge<\/a><\/p><h2>In the wheel of Adriaen Brouwer cycling route<\/h2><p>This 30-kilometer route starts in Oudenaarde, the city of the famous painter Adriaen Brouwer. Cycle to the picturesque villages of Ename and Etikhove, and continue to Horebeke. Along the way, you\u2019ll pass landmarks such as the ancient Roman Brewery and the Bos t\u2019Ename. This ride not only showcases the beauty of the countryside but also offers a glimpse into history.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeyou.com\/nl-be\/route\/view\/410964\">View the Adrian Brouwer route.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4bac560 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"4bac560\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-82e310f\" data-id=\"82e310f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d04fb8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2d04fb8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-768x1024.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2299\" alt=\"Field in the nature with grass and trees next to the road\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Welden_140213-9x12.jpg 9w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-91c2503\" data-id=\"91c2503\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0b1c37 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d0b1c37\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>The Gavers cycling route<\/h2><p>For a shorter but equally charming ride, choose this 13.1-kilometer route. The mighty Dender River accompanies you for 5.5 kilometers, while you enjoy the serene Dender-Mark Silence Area. And why not take a break to savor a delicious Geraardsbergen mattentaart?<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routen.be\/en\/de-gavers-cycling%20route\">View the Gavers route.<\/a><\/p><h2>Kouter cycling route<\/h2><p>Discover a hidden gem of the Flemish Ardennes on this 48-kilometer route. Cycle through vast agricultural fields in Wortegem-Petegem and be surprised by highlights such as the castle park of Domein De Ghellinck, the cozy village square of Elsegem, and the tranquil Beaulieu Abbey.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nodemapp.com\/en\/biking\/routes\/r926\/kouter-bicycle-route?_gl=1*1ysn64o*_ga*NjkzOTA0NDc3LjE3Mzg2NTg5NzA.*_ga_MGYD86PCVN*MTczODY2MTg4OS4yLjEuMTczODY2MzUxNy4wLjAuMA..\" rel=\"nofollow\">View the Kouter route.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-323f49a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"323f49a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-4ce4509\" data-id=\"4ce4509\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fea877f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fea877f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Oudenaarde brown route<\/h2><p>Oudenaarde, the beer city of the Flemish Ardennes, is the setting for this route. With Flemish cobblestones, steep climbs, and stunning vistas, it\u2019s a treat for every cycling enthusiast. Along the way, stop at one of the 11 cozy caf\u00e9s or 4 breweries for a refreshing local beer.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeyou.com\/nl-be\/route\/view\/4162819\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">View the Brown route.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-f1abec4 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"f1abec4\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5c3eaf2\" data-id=\"5c3eaf2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a6cf278 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a6cf278\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Scheldt cycling route, between Oudenaarde and Kluisbergen<\/h2><p>This 38.7-kilometer route follows the winding banks of the Scheldt River, connecting Oudenaarde and Kluisbergen. Enjoy the peaceful river landscape, charming villages, and green nature reserves. A perfect choice for those who love flat and relaxing rides.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routezoeker.com\/fietsroutes\/schelde-oudenaarde-kluisbergen\">View the Scheldt route.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b3d6716\" data-id=\"b3d6716\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8aa985f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"8aa985f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-2294\" alt=\"river schelde surrounded by nature and blue sky\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Schelde-in-Welden-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9c6cf5d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9c6cf5d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a028d29\" data-id=\"a028d29\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f85dd18 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f85dd18\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>\u00a0<\/p><h2>The Brewery Route<\/h2><p>For those who love combining cycling with an authentic beer experience, the Brewery Route from Oudenaarde is a must. This 38-kilometer ride takes you past some of the most iconic breweries in the Flemish Ardennes. Starting in Oudenaarde, known for its Oudenaards Bruin beer, you\u2019ll discover breweries like Roman, one of Belgium\u2019s oldest family breweries. Along the way, you\u2019ll cycle through beautiful landscapes and picturesque villages, with plenty of opportunities to pause and enjoy a delicious local beer. A perfect blend of sport and relaxation!<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.routeyou.com\/nl-be\/route\/view\/555676\">View the Brewery route.<\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-728b7f6 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"728b7f6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-a5569f2\" data-id=\"a5569f2\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62d5623 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"62d5623\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Which route will you choose first? Put on your helmet, pump up your tyres and enjoy the best the Flemish Ardennes have to offer!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Flemish Ardennes offer the most beautiful cycling scenery in Flanders: a rolling landscape full of winding roads, idyllic villages, and hidden gems. Whether you prefer a leisurely ride along babbling brooks or crave the challenge of famous cobblestones and steep climbs, this region has it all. 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