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The Dessel Ramp – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Retie

The Dessel Ramp – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Retie

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The Dessel Ramp – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Retie

02:39

39.4km

60m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: June 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 30.6 km for 91 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.00 km

The Dessel Ramp

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A very short track to the channel. The special thing: a few meters in altitude :-)

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6.30 km

Dessel Bicycle Bridge

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always fun shooting across the channel Dessel

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6.34 km

Canal-Side Dirt Path

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Part of a marked MTB route, very easy ride.

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7.98 km

White mountain Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Not technical single track, sometimes a bit loose sand

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18.6 km

SAS4 Observation Tower

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If the legs still allow it, a climb is definitely worth it, for a nice pancake you go to the pancake boat (across the bridge).

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18.7 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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24.7 km

Forest Path

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You can go with speed while fully in nature.

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31.3 km

Along the canal

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Beautiful bike route along the canal, absolutely quiet and picturesque

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39.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

10.5 km

6.18 km

4.57 km

3.97 km

Surfaces

20.9 km

7.57 km

6.35 km

3.27 km

1.34 km

Elevation

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Friday 10 July

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The Dessel Ramp – SAS4 Observation Tower loop from Retie

The Dessel Ramp

Dessel Bicycle Bridge

Canal-Side Dirt Path

White mountain Trail

SAS4 Observation Tower

Junction of Four Canals

Forest Path

Along the canal

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