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Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen – Café Den Aard loop from Wichelen

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Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen – Café Den Aard loop from Wichelen

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Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen – Café Den Aard loop from Wichelen

02:12

20.6km

40m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 21, 2026

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Nationaal Park Scheldevallei

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Start point

Train Station

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1.09 km

Scheldt Promenade - Wichelen

Highlight • Trail

The Flemish Waterway reinforced the water barrier over a length of almost two kilometres and raised the retaining wall, so that Wichelen is now better protected against flooding from the Scheldt during storm tides.
The new promenade now connects two resting places: the Scheldeplein with stairs at the Sociaal Huis Wichelen and the pétanque square at the current seating area along the Scheldt. You can experience the river nature to the full via the bank stairs. And on the other side of the walking promenade we have an extra meeting place. A beautiful makeover that makes Wichelen safer and more attractive, both for residents and visitors. With this promenade, which was given a soothing, green touch thanks to the green service, Wichelen now has a real village square again.”
(sigmaplan.be)

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5.26 km

Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Along this dike you have a good view over the newly created tidal area. In the summer you can sometimes spot spoonbills and other water birds.

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7.68 km

Schellebelle Ferry

Highlight • Bridge

The ferry in Schellebelle operates on a bell signal for pedestrians and cyclists
October 1 to March 31:
on working days: from 7 am to 12.30 pm and from 1 pm to 6 pm
on Sat., Sun. and public holidays: from 9 am to 12.30 pm and from 1 pm to 6 pm
April 1 to September 30:
on working days: from 7 am to 12.30 pm and from 1 pm to 9 pm.
on Sat., Sun. and public holidays: from 9 am to 12.30 pm and from 1 pm to 9 pm.

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7.74 km

Den Aard

Highlight • Cafe

8.25 km

View of the Old Scheldt Meander

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you have a nice view of the old Scheldt meander. Formerly filled in, but restored in recent years. It is wonderful to see how this area develops after the Sigma works.

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11.6 km

Wim De Craene Mural, Rode Heuvel, Wetteren

Highlight • Monument

On the Rode Heuvel in Wetteren, artist Cazn painted a monumental portrait of singer Wim De Craene. The work covers approximately 80 m² and is a powerful tribute to one of Flanders' most recognizable voices. The mural stands in the heart of the residential area and immediately catches the eye with its warm colors and soft, almost photographic lines.

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12.6 km

Scheldepark

Forest

15.3 km

Café Den Aard

Highlight • Cafe

This café with a wonderful terrace (and the view to match) is located at the starting point, which is also the end point of this route - so you have the choice of whether you want to strengthen yourself or relax.

The café is named after the district of Aard in the municipality of Wichelen, in which you are located. Alternatively, you could also visit Cafés Scheldebries. From both locations you look out over the Meersen and landscape artist Will Beckers' work Voyager, a metal and wood installation in the shape of a heart.

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20.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.49 km

5.47 km

4.22 km

2.69 km

1.44 km

230 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

2.55 km

1.91 km

681 m

150 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 7 July

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16°C

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Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen – Café Den Aard loop from Wichelen

Scheldt Promenade - Wichelen

Scheldedijk near the Wijmeersen

Schellebelle Ferry

Den Aard

View of the Old Scheldt Meander

Wim De Craene Mural, Rode Heuvel, Wetteren

Café Den Aard

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