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From Heath to World Port – Between Nature and Metropolis

This varied route takes you from the soothing Kalmthout Heath to the bustling world port of Antwerp. You start at the info office of Visit Kalmthout and immediately set course towards the expansive polders of Hoevenen and Stabroek. Here you cycle through a landscape that shows a different face each season, with plenty of spots along the way to pause and enjoy the wide nature. Through green avenues and quiet bike paths, you gradually leave the heath behind and ride towards the edge of the city. Along the way, forests and open fields alternate as the surroundings change and the first signs of the metropolis emerge. Slowly, you enter the historic heart of Antwerp. You pass cozy squares and impressive architecture, with the iconic Steen on the Scheldt as the absolute highlight. This medieval castle structure serves as the perfect turnaround for your journey, offering a beautiful view of the river and the bustling harbor. After a well-deserved cultural break, you head back towards Kalmthout, once again feeling the transition from city to silence. You follow pleasant routes through the greenery, including Park Spoor Noord, a vibrant city park where nature and urban life meet. Via charming roads and green corridors, you leave the hustle and bustle behind and cycle back to the vast nature of the heath. A route full of contrasts, where you experience the serene beauty of nature and the dynamism of a world city in a single day.