5 cycling routes in Belgium: Free eBook download
Discover 5 cycling routes in Belgium with maps, GPX files, and local tips.
Revered as a cycling haven, Belgium’s passion for this sport transcends mere recreation – it’s deeply ingrained in the national culture. The country’s undulating landscapes and cobbled roads serve as the backdrop for prestigious races like the Tour of Flanders and Liège-Bastogne-Liège, where cyclists tackle challenging routes amid scenic vistas. Belgium’s cycling history is studded with legendary figures like Eddy Merckx, the “Cannibal,” whose dominance has left an indelible mark on the sport. The fervor for cycling extends beyond professionals, with cycling infrastructure, events, and a fervent fan base making Belgium a haven for both enthusiasts and elite athletes alike. Here are some articles on Belgian cycling, with some of my own cycling routes.
Discover 5 cycling routes in Belgium with maps, GPX files, and local tips.
Ride scenic routes, explore medieval cities, and unwind in luxurious retreats across Flanders.
One of Belgium’s greatest cyclists, with victories across the classics.
A wooden bridge in Tervuren improves safety for cyclists and pedestrians at a busy intersection
“God is Dead” by Andy McGrath is a haunting portrait of cycling’s lost prodigy, Frank Vandenbroucke
Brilliant career overshadowed by personal struggles and early death.
Explore over 200 bicycles from 1819 to today.
Five-time Tour de France winner and legend of the sport.
For the first time ever, more electric bicycles (e-bikes) were sold in Belgium than regular bicycles.
Have you tried the network of fast and direct cycling highways in Belgium?
Explore the varied scenery of the south of Brussels on this 40 km cycle route
Canal-side trail to the impressive Sloping Lock.
Take the train to Mons, hire a bike, and spend the day cycling around Hainaut province.
A 14 km cycle ride that passes Leuven’s four abbeys – with a couple of taverns on the way for breaks.
Brussels residents can now enjoy 252 km of a digital network of bicycle junctions in Brussels
A 27 km route that takes in Heverlee Woods and the Leuven-Mechelen Canal.