0137,4 kmHilly
Van fruit tot stroop
Orchards, villages and the former fruit railway, with some challenging climbs along the way.
Official starting pointFruitbelevingscentrum Stroopfabriek · Stroopplein 8, Tongeren-Borgloon
Route, junctions & GPX ↗
Haspengouw on two wheels
The best way? The scenic way.
Orchards, villages and wide-open views. Discover the Haspengouw region of Limburg, with Château de Looz as your starting point and a welcoming place to return to.
Château de LoozHaspengouw · Limburg
A day on the bike. An evening at the château.
Set off from Hoepertingen, explore the rolling countryside at your own pace and return for a waterside drink. Come for a day or stay in one of our 46 rooms and suites.
Two routes to get you started
Choose a route. Take your time.
0250,3 kmRolling
Appels met peren vergelijken
A longer loop through fruit-growing countryside, past traditional farmsteads and castles. Leave time for a break.
Official starting pointGroenmarkt · Sint-Truiden
Route, junctions & GPX ↗Distances refer to the official loops. Connecting from Château de Looz adds extra kilometres. Check current routes and diversions with Visit Limburg before setting off.
Visit Limburg
Your route, your pace.
Find Kasteelstraat 10 in Hoepertingen (Tongeren-Borgloon) in the official route planner. Choose your junctions, check the total distance and download a GPX or print your itinerary.
Open the cycling route planner ↗
Brasserie Léonard
Step off the bike. Pull up a chair.
Lunch at Brasserie Léonard, a drink or a quiet moment by the water. In fine weather, the front and waterside terraces are open. Check opening hours and book your meal ahead.
A different view in every season.
Spring · blossom
Follow the fruit-tree blossom. April is often the main month, but weather and fruit varieties influence the timing.
Summer · long days
Green lanes, thriving orchards and time for a leisurely terrace break.
Autumn · harvest colours
Ripening fruit, warm colours and fresh air make a detour worthwhile beyond blossom season.
Before you set off
Do these routes start at Château de Looz?
No. The official loops start at the Stroopfabriek in Tongeren-Borgloon and Groenmarkt in Sint-Truiden. Plan the connection from the château with the junction planner; it adds to the distance.
Can I hire a bike nearby?
Fietspunt at Sint-Truiden station offers city bikes, children’s bikes and e-bikes. Book directly with the rental provider and check current collection times.
Can I use a regular bike?
Haspengouw is a rolling landscape. Choose the distance and elevation to suit your group. An e-bike can make longer rides more comfortable.
Can we visit as a cycling group?
Yes. Tell us your group size, expected arrival time and dietary requirements in advance so we can help plan your meal or stay.
Can we stay overnight and store our bikes?
Choose from our 46 rooms and suites, subject to availability. Tell us how many bikes you are bringing and ask about storage and charging before you arrive.
Another scenic route tomorrow?
Stay at the château and make time for a second ride, a leisurely breakfast and a little more relaxation.
Plan a cycling stay