Highlight • Monument
Lock on the Old Scheldt
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🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën
August 29, 2020
Hiking
This lock from 1592 is the oldest existing and working lock. The surroundings, including the Sashuis, have been completely restored. This location is of great value to shipping history. Until 1950 this lock was still used daily. Ample parking is provided here. Ideal place to start cycling or walking tours. Have fun in Klein Brabant
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DirkWi
March 20, 2025
Hiking
The Bornem lock is the second oldest hydraulic engineering structure in Belgium, and the oldest in Flanders. It dates from 1592 and was built by order of Pedro Coloma (1556-1592), …
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