The most beautiful hiking trails
The most beautiful hiking trails
Walking around Beveren.
Explore the Waasland on foot and be surprised by vast natural areas, historical castles, and picturesque villages. Whether you enjoy a relaxing walk or an active hike, in the surroundings of Hotel Beveren you will find routes for every level. Put on your walking shoes and discover the hidden gems of the Waasland!
Vijdland Hiking Trail | 7 km
This beautiful walk takes you along the most beautiful heritage gems in Beveren. During the walk, you can follow in the footsteps of Joos Vijd (ca. 1360 - 1439) with the Vijdland Heritage App. He was the commissioner of the world-famous Ghent Altarpiece but above all a native of Beveren. This journey takes you along breathtaking castles and gardens, the bustling world port, and endless polders. In short, an experience for both young and old. For cycling enthusiasts, there is also a 35 km route available.
Start route: Grote Markt, Beveren
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City walk in Sint-Niklaas 5 km
With the city walk in Sint-Niklaas, you are in for a great day out in this quirky city. During the walk, you will discover many Art Deco treasures and castles. The route also includes a visit to the Grand Place, which happens to be the largest in the country! Here you will find great shops and plenty of dining and drinking spots! In this city, they have also been struggling for a few years with a dilemma of where to buy the best ice cream. Enjoy the route with visits to the 2 best ice cream parlors, Foubert and François, and judge for yourself!
Start route: Stationsstraat, Sint-Niklaas
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Castle walk in Beveren | 7km
This signposted walk takes you along 3 beautiful castles and other sights in Beveren. The walk starts at the beautiful Castle Hof Ter Sakse.
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The Vingerlingpad | 7 km
The Vingerlingpad connects a robust polder landscape with busy port activities. In the distance, you can see the port area of Antwerp and its surrounding areas. Around this world port, you will find a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. Immerse yourself in nature, discover heritage and culture, or cycle through the unique port landscape. This walk starts in the beautiful Kieldrecht. On the territory of Kieldrecht are located the Konings-Kieldrechtpolder, the Oud-Arenbergpolder, the Nieuw-Arenbergpolder, and the Prosperpolder. Agriculture is the main economic activity here. This border municipality lies at the intersection of polder, port, and nature – which is clearly visible on the Vingerlingpad.
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Start route: To the church of Kieldrecht
Through the vast polder of the Land of Waas | 20 km
The northern part of Waasland, along the Scheldt River, is a vast area of fields, farmland, and orchards, surrounded by ditches. It is a peaceful and quiet landscape, but the proximity to the port of Antwerp is becoming increasingly evident. During this walk, you can enjoy nature, but also see the emerging industry.
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Starting point: Verheyenplein, 9130 Beveren
Steendorp Hiking Trail | 13 km
The Steendorp hiking trail is thirteen kilometers long and marked with clear hexagonal signs. The village owes its name to the many brickworks in the region. In addition to these brickworks, you will also discover the fort of Steendorp. Enjoy this beautiful nature walk with a touch of history.
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Starting point: Mercatorplein, 9150 Kruibeke
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