The Golden Carolus Route

On to De Molenberg whiskey distillery
You cross the river towards the Domeinbos het Broek in the Rupel valley. This lush forest consists of poplars, willows and black alders and you will also find hay meadows and ponds. A little further on you can take a break at De Molenberg whiskey distillery. Since 2010, whiskey has been distilled from the malt mash of the Gouden Carolus Tripel in this 17th-century family farm. After a long maturation in oak barrels, this leads to a unique Belgian quality whiskey that you really have to taste. You can also take guided tours through the distillery here. From here you continue to Mechelen.

Beer according to an old recipe
In the pleasant city of Mechelen you can admire the Palace of Margaret of Austria and then it's time for a drink at Brouwerij Het Anker. This is one of the oldest breweries in Belgium, where a world-renowned range of Gouden Carolus beers is now brewed.

Beautiful landscapes along the water
Then you set course again to the starting point of the route. You cycle through the Zennegat nature reserve. At this point the river Dijle, the Zenne and the canal Leuvel-Dijle flow together. A valuable landscape has been created along the banks of the rivers, with a charming house here and there.