Be surprised by Bilzen

Streams and forests
You cycle through a varied landscape of stream valleys, forests and panoramic views. In the valley of the river Demer, for example, you cycle through a quiet green area with swamp forests and damp meadows. The Jongenbos lies on the transition between the Kempen and Haspengouw, so that you will find pines here in addition to deciduous trees.

Enjoy Limburg
Cycling through Haspengouw you will notice that there are many orchards here. Some of that delicious fruit ends up in one of the types of Limburg pie that you can order with a cup of coffee or tea. Bilzen itself, where the route ends, is also a great place to stay. For example, try a beer from the local craft brewery Den Toetëlèr on a terrace. Or order a regional dish, such as rabbit or farm chicken Bilzen style. Enjoy!

Impressive castle domain
When you think of Limburg, you think of old square farms, chapels and castles. You will encounter them regularly on this route. Hof ter Poorten, for example, is a typical Haspengouw square farm from 1626. A little later you will cycle over the domain of Landcommanderij Alden Biesen. This complex was built by the German Order of Knights from the thirteenth to the nineteenth century. The impressive castle complex has now been beautifully restored. A visit to the castle takes you far back in time. You can visit almost the entire domain, including the English park, freely. Do you want to discover more of the special cultural history in Bilzen? Then walk route 316469.