Schoten canal, Scheldt, Rupel, Nete, Netekanaal, Albertkanaal, Antitankgracht.

This is a route that I cycle several times a year in both directions. (Depending on the wind direction).
It is a route with little car traffic.
Along the way you will cycle past a few museums (brick pits), and there are also plenty of places to drink. In Lier I usually take a longer break, or I cycle down the Lierse Vesten as a bonus.