Balen, Flanders, Belgium
Cycling route: 5406672
Provided by: Frans v Dijk Noord Brabant
The large Netewoud forest stretches from Balen to Geel, following the Grote Nete river as it meanders through the Southern Kempen region. From towering sand dunes to marshy swamp forests: discover this fantastically green and diverse area. You'll also cycle past charming windmill sites, charming canals, and photogenic spots along the Nete.
Location: Balen, Geel, Meerhout and Mol
Highlights: Keiheuvel, nature reserves Griesbroek, the Hutten and Belse Bossen, Straalmolen, Hoolstmolen and Watermill Meerhout, KinderweeldeKwaadmechelen-Dessel Canal
Tip: stop at the Grote Netewoud visitor centre in the renovated 17th-century watermill of Meerhout
Below you will find various suggestions for breaks that you can visit during your route. These are divided into different categories, making it easy for you to choose.
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Esk. Licht Vliegwezenlaan, Balen, Flanders, Belgium | 0.00 km | ||
59 | 59 (Pelterweg, 2490, Balen, Flanders, Belgium) | 1.44 km | |
7 | 7 (Steegsebaan, 2490, Balen, Flanders, Belgium) | 2.26 km | |
7 | 7 (2490, Balen, Flanders, Belgium) | 2.34 km | |
31 | 31 (Sint-Odradastraat, 2490, Balen, Flanders, Belgium) | 5.44 km | |
33 | 33 (Polderstraat, 2491, Balen, Flanders, Belgium) | 8.82 km |
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