By bike from Dilsen-Stokkem to Maasmechelen
Maasmechelen, Flanders, Belgium
Cycling route: 754301
Provided by: Tourist Info
54.2 km
03:11 h
955 kcal
56 m
Description
Get on your bike and get to know the area between Dilsen-Stokkem and Maasmechelen. This route takes you along the most beautiful places in Limburg on both Belgian and Dutch territory on both sides of the Maas.
On to Maasmechelen
The starting point of this route is on the outskirts of Stokkem. You can contact Maascentrum De Wissen/Dilsen-Stokkem Tourism Office for more information about the area. Then it's time to set off to Dilsen and on to Maasmechelen. You cycle along the edge of the Dornerheide and other beautiful green areas. In Maasmechelen you can take a break and get off your bike for a while to view the center. You can also shop well in the shopping centers of Maasmechelen.
Rest at De Wissen
From Maasmechelen you cycle a bit along the course of the Maas. At Uikhoven you cross the Maas with a ferry to the Dutch Geulle aan de Maas. Then you cycle along the Juliana Canal to Berg aan de Maas. At Grevenbicht you cross the Meuse back to Belgium. You will eventually end your bike ride back on the outskirts of Stokkem. Settle down at Horeca/hotel De Wissen for a nice meal or a drink.
Juliana Canal
The Juliana Canal was built between 1925 and 1934 between Borgharen and Maasbracht. In this region, the Meuse winds strongly, making the river difficult to navigate for ships. Shipping therefore takes place via the Juliana Canal, east of the Grensmaas. Take a break at the canal if you like ships and admire all the beautiful things that pass here.
On to Maasmechelen
The starting point of this route is on the outskirts of Stokkem. You can contact Maascentrum De Wissen/Dilsen-Stokkem Tourism Office for more information about the area. Then it's time to set off to Dilsen and on to Maasmechelen. You cycle along the edge of the Dornerheide and other beautiful green areas. In Maasmechelen you can take a break and get off your bike for a while to view the center. You can also shop well in the shopping centers of Maasmechelen.
Rest at De Wissen
From Maasmechelen you cycle a bit along the course of the Maas. At Uikhoven you cross the Maas with a ferry to the Dutch Geulle aan de Maas. Then you cycle along the Juliana Canal to Berg aan de Maas. At Grevenbicht you cross the Meuse back to Belgium. You will eventually end your bike ride back on the outskirts of Stokkem. Settle down at Horeca/hotel De Wissen for a nice meal or a drink.
Juliana Canal
The Juliana Canal was built between 1925 and 1934 between Borgharen and Maasbracht. In this region, the Meuse winds strongly, making the river difficult to navigate for ships. Shipping therefore takes place via the Juliana Canal, east of the Grensmaas. Take a break at the canal if you like ships and admire all the beautiful things that pass here.
Height Profile
Are you going out in Belgium? and can you use some extra information before you get on your bike or start your hike? Then pay a visit to one of the many Tourist Information points that you can find throughout Belgium. away. Then you can be well prepared with great tips from locals.
You do not want to miss this
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.
Pause places
Directions
| # | Description | Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
50 | 50 (3630, Maasmechelen, Flanders, Belgium) | 0.00 km | |
| Maascentrum De Wissen/Dienst toerisme Dilsen-Stokkem (Negenoordlaan, 3650, Dilsen-Stokkem, Flanders, Belgium) | 3.00 km | ||
| Horeca/hotel De Wissen (Negenoordlaan, 3650, Dilsen-Stokkem, Flanders, Belgium) | 3.17 km | ||
49 | 49 (3650, Dilsen-Stokkem, Flanders, Belgium) | 5.12 km | |
48 | 48 (Heulentakstraat, 3650, Dilsen-Stokkem, Flanders, Belgium) | 10.64 km | |
55 | 55 (3630, Maasmechelen, Flanders, Belgium) | 17.79 km |
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