Poelbergmolen – Poelberg Windmill and Grotto loop from Ruiselede

Poelbergmolen – Poelberg Windmill and Grotto loop from Ruiselede

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Poelbergmolen – Poelberg Windmill and Grotto loop from Ruiselede

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34.3km

130m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 26, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 383 m for 147 m

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4.66 km

Briek Schotte statue at Sint-Bavokerk in Kanegem

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Briek Schotte is sometimes called "The last real Flandrien".
The word 'Flandrien' was originally a swear word for the Flemish seasonal workers in Wallonia and Northern France: rough guys, perseverers, …

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11.2 km

Poelbergmolen

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The oldest known mention of the Poelberg mill dates from 1668, the current wooden post mill was built in 1726. This date has been found on various mill parts. After …

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11.5 km

Poelberg Windmill and Grotto

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De Poelberg is a 45 meter high hill, a street and a meeting center at almost the same location in the Belgian city of Tielt. You have a beautiful 360 …

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11.5 km

Poelberg Lourdes Grotto

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To the left of the Poelberg meeting centre, a small staircase leads to this grotto, which is classically built based on the original in Lourdes, France, where Mary is said …

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11.7 km

Poelberg South

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The south side of the Poelberg is 300 meters long and has a height of 20 meters. The maximum gradient is 10%. From the top you have a beautiful view as far as the Flemish Ardennes.

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19.1 km

View of Pittemberg

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After a moderate climb you have a nice view over the landscape and Pittem. There is also a picnic bench from where you can look out over the panorama.

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