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Bascule bridge near Dessel – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

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Bascule bridge near Dessel – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

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Bascule bridge near Dessel – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

03:22

46.0km

60m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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After 13.4 km for 43 m

After 29.8 km for 20 m

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1.31 km

The Cannon of Dessel

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More than 150 years ago, Dessel had its own cannon! Not to defend the territory and its inhabitants, but to fire shots of joy at celebrations and ceremonies. The cannon …

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11.5 km

Cafe Sas 5

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Café Sas 5 is a cozy stop on the Kempens Kanaal in Dessel, perfect for a break during your bike ride or walk. The café exudes a charming, authentic atmosphere …

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13.4 km

Bascule bridge near Dessel

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Bascule bridge over the Bocholt-Herentals Canal near the observation tower and the canal cross.

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13.6 km

In addition to the Albert Canal and the Bocholt-Herentals Canal, the Dessel-Schoten Canal is connected to the Dessel-Kwaadmechelen Canal, which is an extension of it and is also connected to the Albert Canal on the east side.

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29.5 km

The Waiting Soldier Sculpture (vaART)

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Artistic objects visualize the story of this remarkable canal at a dozen locations along the Dessel-Turnhout-Schoten Canal. You can find the full stories via the free izi.travel app, route de vaART. Here is The Waiting Soldier

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29.7 km

Postelsebaan Cycle Path

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30.0 km

Turning Basin Postel Ter Heyde

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A turning basin is also here a local widening of the canal. Boats longer than the width of the canal can turn around here. The name is derived from the …

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36.1 km

Cyclist and Pedestrian Bridge over the Dessel-Schoten Canal

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Well-developed bridge for cyclists and pedestrians over the Dessel-Schoten canal.

Be careful when it rains, the descent is quite steep!

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46.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.2 km

10.6 km

8.09 km

6.47 km

4.74 km

Surfaces

20.6 km

13.2 km

7.84 km

3.25 km

1.12 km

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Tuesday 19 May

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Bascule bridge near Dessel – Junction of Four Canals loop from Dessel

The Cannon of Dessel

Cafe Sas 5

Bascule bridge near Dessel

Junction of Four Canals

The Waiting Soldier Sculpture (vaART)

Postelsebaan Cycle Path

Turning Basin Postel Ter Heyde

Cyclist and Pedestrian Bridge over the Dessel-Schoten Canal

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