In Belgium, EuroVelo 5 will introduce you to the rich natural, architectural, cultural and brewing heritage of the country. The itinerary will lead you through calm roads, picturesque canal lock, ancient drawbridges, wild natural parks and the villages of the Pajottenland. You can conquer the forest of Soignes and see the sights of Brussels, from the Grand Palace, to the Manneken Pis to the Modern institutions of the European Union. Entering Belgium near Lille, you will end the Belgian stage of your journey in Martelange, where you can continue your trip in the direction of Redange and Luxembourg.
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Natural Heritage
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Cultural Heritage
Culinary Delights
Maritime Heritage / The Rhine / The Meuse
Other Point of Interest
Bus station
Train station
Mobility info center
Find more information about the EuroVelo 3, 4, 5, 12 & 19 on the website www.eurovelobelgium.be. On each route, there is a description of the road, the level of difficulty, the number of kilometers, etc. It is also possible to download GPS data and to find out more point of interest of the road.
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If you want to explore and experience Brussels’ various unique atmospheres completely independently, a bicycle is the ideal way to travel. Cyclists of all levels can hop on their bike and set off to explore Brussels, its art de vivre, its culture and its heritage treasures.
Flanders is a dream for cyclists. Recreational cyclists enjoy moving through our rolling landscapes, historic art cities and picturesque surroundings. Our demanding hill and cobbles and deep-rooted cycling culture are irresistible those who are Flandrien in heart. Flanders is for anyone who likes to ride on two wheels. Welcome to cycling country.
Choose from a host of itineraries, accommodations and events specially designed for lovers of both cycling and mountain biking. Get yourself into gear and see for yourself… The RAVeL cycling network comprises more than 1,350km of disused rail track, byway and canal towpath made up of 45 amazing cycling routes. Wallonia also has a number of cycle routes linked to each other by intersections, known locally as ‘Points-noeuds’.
Are you planning to attend Velo-city 2024 in Ghent and wondering how to get there? The obvious choice would, of course, be the bicycle.
The Belgian stretch of EuroVelo 5 - Via Romea (Francigena) has been awarded Cycle Route of the year 2023 at Fiets en Wandelbeurs, the annual cycling and hiking fair in Utrecht, the Netherlands. The award highlights the concerted efforts of Belgian partners, coordinated by Pro Velo, Belgian EuroVel…
Two months, five countries, a dozen wheels, thirty concerts and over one thousand kilometres. From Brussels, Belgium to Biel, Switzerland, roughly following the route of EuroVelo 5 – Via Romea (Francigena). Six musicians show how going on tour can be sustainable!
A section of EuroVelo 5 – Via Romea (Francigena) in Brussels was inaugurated with the unveiling of one of the signs in a key event for #MoreCycling Tourism in the city
Go off the beaten track in Brussels to explore the capital's many different sides.
Do you dream of heading from England and cycling all the way to the South of Italy or from Norway to Spain while only following one route? It’s now quick and easy with EuroVelo 5 - Via Romeo Francigena or EuroVelo 3 - Pilgrims Route.
Arriving from France and heading back towards Luxembourg, or vice versa, the EuroVelo 5, also known as the Via Romea Francigena, crosses all three Belgian regions (Wallonia, Flanders and the Brussels-Capital region) over about 400 km, and is divided into 10 sections. Let’s make a brief progress rep…
Every day during the summer months, cyclists can be seen making their way up the roads that snake to the summit of Mont Ventoux, in the South of France. Riders from across the world travel to this part of Provence to tackle the storied climb made famous by the Tour de France. Those riders may spend…
337 kilometers of pure fun between Brussels and Luxembourg City, especially in the cross-border region of the Ardennes. The route between these two capitals will trigger your sight and taste: the Sonian Forest, Brabantine art, UNESCO sites, Maasvallei, Condroz, the Ourthe Valley, the forests and flavours of the Ardennes… The route is divided into 8 medium-length stages (from 27 to 64 km), allowing you to stroll and visit. You will be traveling on safe, beautiful and pleasant roads that are fu…
This roadbook, 46 pages, offers 245 km of cycle fun between nature and thriving metropolises Lille and Brussels, between France and Belgium, alongside channels and rivers. This adventure is accessible to all kinds of cyclists. The route is divided in 5 medium-length stages (from 37 to 71 km), so you also have time to explore the region. So hop on your bike and venture into this border-crossing adventure!
Every year, the Wallonia Civil Service edits a general map of the RAVeL and cycling routes within Wallonia and a detailed map on the 1:100,000 scale for each province: Walloon Brabant, Hainaut, Liège, Luxembourg and Namur.
