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There is nothing quite like biking through
Europe and Belgium with its contrasting landscape
of flatlands in Flanders and rolling hills in
French speaking Wallonia is a biking lover's dream. Belgium has
miles of bicycle paths along romantic canals winding
between quaint towns, charming castles, outdoor
cafés and incredible restaurants.
Tour Operators in Belgium such as Pro Velo offer guided bicycle tours with themes such as Art Nouveau, Cafes and Comics, and Brussels by Night.
| Biking Maps, Itineraries & Tips |
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Cycling Belgium's Waterways
A comprehensive cycling guide for the entire Belgian navigable waterway network. |
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European Greenways Association
Greenways are transport corridors, developed along independent routes following past or disused communication pathways and tracks that are available for non-motorised soft traffic.
Also Information about the RAVel |
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Local Tourist Offices in Belgium
Provide detailed information on biking routes and maps. |
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Tips
- Vehicles coming from the right have the right of way.
- Use hand signals.
- When not in use, lock up your bicycle.
- Bike racks are often located in front of cultural buildings.
- U-shaped padlocks are preferred.
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Easy Bike Tours
Details about the cycle regions, how to get there and how to get around, the accommodation, the tour companies, the equipment, the navigation and information for independent cycling tourists.
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| Brussels by Bike |
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Pro Velo
Guided bike tours, maps and rental bikes available. Located near Central Train Station in Brussels. |
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Velo
Cycling maps of Brussels and detailed practical information on cycling in Brussels. |
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Brussels Bike Tours
Come at the "Capital of Europe" for the grooviest bike tours of Brussels. You will see the city in a unique and fun way. The only tour that lets you see all of Brussels' main sights in less than 4 hours. |
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| Biking in French Speaking Wallonia |
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RAVeL
(Autonomous Network of Slow Ways) Provides a network of easy bike itineraries, away from busy roads and traffic. Old tow-paths, railway or tramway tracks have been covered with hard surfaces for cycling.
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Rando Velo
A network of sign-posted and explained cycle itineraries. Rando Velo allows you to cross French speaking Wallonia safely and join itineraries in neighboring regions and countries. |
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Bike Belgium
Bike Belgium offers the best in cycling vacations paired with world class professional races during the Spring Classics in Belgium every year |
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Cycling Classics
One of the classic races in the cradle of bicycle racing. A varied program in Belgium that gives you the opportunity to discover the charm of Flanders and visit the Eddy Merckx bicycle factory! Visit: Brussels, Bruges and Ghent. |
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Euro-Bike and Walking Tours
Enjoy a rare glimpse of provincial country life. |
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Pack and Pedal Europe
Cycle through romantic rural landscapes, rustic farming villages and bustling town centers all brimming with gastronomic delights. |
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Velo Classic Tours
There are no greater single day races in the sport of cycling than the Spring Classics of April. Velo Classic Tours intricate knowledge of Belgian roads assure prime viewing spots. Relive the day’s excitement in the warm Belgian hospitality with some traditional monk’s brew, before dining on fresh baby shrimp, plucked daily from the North Sea. |
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| Belgian Bike Tour Operators |
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Quasimundo
Wonderful tours through different parts of the country. |
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Europ'Aventure
incoming tour operator, specializing in biking, hiking, motorcycling and adventure in Belgium. Discover nature and adventure in the French speaking Belgium with original and special places to stay that beats the euro..with a ecological twist. all levels of fitness!
Explore the 'Ardennes with "La Transardennaise" 4 to 7 days . Also, available various historical routes and picturesque sites of Bastogne and the road of the Battle of the Bulge |
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Rando Espace Evasion
Discover the natural and cultural wonders of the Dinant area. |
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Recrealle
Located in Alle-sur-Semois. Bike rentals and outlined routes available. |
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Velo Echappe
Offers packages to follow the most famous cycling Tours.
In 2005,
Velo Echappe has been one of only five companies worldwide to be awarded the distinguished honor of being selected as an "Officially Licensed Tour de France Company. |
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E-kar
Rent bikes, tandem, electrical vehicles and special vehicles. |
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De 4 Vaargetijden
"Barge and bike" tours throughout Belgium. No need to pack your luggage every night, by the time you cycled to your day's destination, your barge is awaiting you with a sumptuous dinner. Bring your own bike or rent one. A selection of biking tours are available on the barge. |
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| Bike Rental |
Bike & Rail
Bikes can be rented at 18 major train stations in Belgium. Rent a bike at any one of the major train stations, and return it to any participating train station of your choice. Prices vary according to distance traveled.
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Belgian Yellow Pages
To rent a bike in a specific town, search under bike rental. |
Adventure Cycling Association
Non profit organization with extensive information on biking sites, books, maps and routing information. |
| Events |
Liege-Bastogne - Liege
A race which takes place every April. |
Tour of Belgium
The cycling elite prepares for a thrilling Tour of Belgium. On May 29th the participating teams – including several top teams from Belgium and the Netherlands – will be introduced to the general public in Ostend. On May 30th the cyclists will set off on the first stage of a time trial, starting and finishing in Ostend. Finally, on May 31st a second time trial will take the cyclists from Ostend to Knokke-Heist. Dates: May 29 - 31, 2007. |
La Fleche Wallonne
One of the most prized cycling races in Belgium. |
Car-less Sunday
On the second or the third Sunday of September, Brussels residence leave their bikes on the street. For specific dates see our Calendar of Events. |
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