Zulte: Hiking, the Leie and discoveries

A 2.5-kilometre hike runs through the Leiemeersen between Zulte and Oeselgem. It takes you through nature alongside an old branch of the Leie. The ruins of the Kuurne Kortrijk Mediumwave Radio Mast are also located near Zulte. These points of interest provide a practical starting point for planning your trip: a hike through the Leie landscape and a ruin site in the surrounding area.

Routes with different focuses

The hike through the Leiemeersen brings together two distinct points of reference: the stated route length and its course alongside the old branch of the Leie. This makes it possible to define the outing not only by its landscape, but also by its clearly stated route details. Machelenput offers another view of the Leie: it is a cut-off branch of the river that you can walk alongside. Here, the branch of the Leie itself takes centre stage.

The BLOB search combines a short nature walk with educational information and interactive activities. This gives it a different focus from a hike described primarily in terms of route length and scenery. If you enjoy finding information and activities outdoors, this combination offers a format of its own. The different focuses can help you decide what kind of outing you prefer, without reducing all routes to the same experience.

A railway track forms part of an eight-kilometre walking and cycling route through the De Gaverbeekse Meersen nature area. The route description includes two ways of getting around, while the Leiemeersen hike is defined by its 2.5-kilometre length and the old branch of the Leie. The Ontdek Zulte tourism portal offers free access to cycling and walking routes in Zulte around the clock, every day. It can help you find your bearings if you want to explore different routes for your trip.

The Leie and architecture in Machelen

The Roger Raveel Museum is located in the picturesque village centre of Machelen. It is housed in a striking white contemporary building designed by architect Stéphane Beel. The architecture itself is therefore another specific cultural point of interest. Near Machelen, a free pedestrian ferry crosses an old meander of the Leie and connects the riverbank with Adventure Island. For practical day-trip planning, it is advisable to check the ferry timetable.

Choosing the right holiday apartment

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Zulte, first consider which experiences you want to shape your stay. The hike through the Leiemeersen offers a clearly defined connection with nature; the BLOB search combines walking with information and interactive activities. Architecture and the crossing of the Leie offer a different focus in Machelen. You can tailor your search to the subjects that interest you most, rather than choosing solely on the basis of a general idea of the destination.

Discover more destinations: Hamme, Maarkedal, Aalst, Evergem, De Pinte, Nazareth, Kluisbergen, Merelbeke.

For the overview of the wider region: East Flanders.