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Damse Vaart Route

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Damse Vaart Route

Moderate

4.7

(200)

969

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Damse Vaart Route

02:57

11.8km

10m

Hiking

Welcome to the gates of Bruges. Here in the Brugse Ommeland, you will find many hidden treasures, historic landscapes and romantic forests. We have put together a hike that contains a bit of everything, with a dollop of culture, a helping of history and a gorgeous slice of nature.

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Last updated: August 9, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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31 m

Damme Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

The picturesque Damme and surroundings are worth a stop. Furthermore, it is pleasant to cycle along the Damse Vaart.

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2.77 km

Damse Vaart

Highlight (Segment) • River

The Damse Vaart is a canal that connects Bruges with the Westerschelde near Sluis in the Netherlands. Napoleon Bonaparte ordered it to be built, which is why it is often …

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5.53 km

Oostkerke Castle

Highlight • Castle

The chateau is privately owned but is nevertheless worth a look. During some events, you can visit the gardens, which are beautiful!

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9.02 km

The Burnt Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

Do you still smell it The smell of burned wood? No, just kidding, that should be impossible. Because the fire we are talking about dates back hundreds of years. So …

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11.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.80 km

3.25 km

2.50 km

869 m

326 m

Surfaces

3.72 km

3.44 km

2.83 km

869 m

745 m

142 m

Elevation

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Weather

Sunday 24 May

28°C

15°C

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Comments

December 1, 2021

Welcome to the gates of Bruges. Here in the Brugse Ommeland, you will find many hidden treasures, historic landscapes and romantic forests. We have put together a hike that contains a bit of everything, with a dollop of culture, a helping of history and a gorgeous slice of nature.
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