Cycling
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Cycling circuit Around Postel Abbey - cycle route - basic route 55.7 km
Secluded in the forest, a stone's throw from the Dutch border, you will find Postel Abbey. In 1140 the Norbertine monks built their monastery and oratory here. Explore the fascinating Bailey Bridge, the Sas 4-tower and the locks. This route runs through beautiful landscape.55.7 kmMore details -
Cycle rout 'Kruierroute'
De Kruierroute, or 'wheel barrow route' – our neighbours the Balenaars moved their church using wheel barrows - passes the prettiest spots in Balen, Mol and Lommel. Water is important in this area too, but you will also pass Olmen Zoo and a real cowboy village.45 kilometres (may be shortened to 20 or 25 km)More details -
Cycle route 'Vaartketsersroute'
A large part of this route follows the canals. It lies mostly in the region of Dessel but passes the canal banks of Mol. In the olden days, the barges were pulled by way of human and horse labour. The sound of the horses' hooves on the cobbles on the bank was called 'ketsen' This is why the route is called the 'Vaartketsers' route.38 kilometres (may be shortened to: 23 or 32 k)More details -
Cycling through the trees, from Mol
ycling through the trees in the Pijnven in Hechtel-Eksel is an iconic bicycle bridge that lets you cycle between the treetops in Bosland. From now on you no longer have to go to Hechtel-Eksel to start this route, but you start from Mol.42 or 46 kmMore details