New 28 km cycling route through the Klein Schijn valley

Discover Schoten, Schilde, and Wijnegem via a varied route along the stream, highlighting special places and nature.

A bicycle route through the valley of the Klein Schijn, with beaver dams.
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A bicycle route through the valley of the Klein Schijn, with beaver dams.

A new 28-kilometer cycling route invites you to explore the valley of the Klein Schijn, passing special locations in Schoten, Schilde, and Wijnegem.

It is now possible to explore Schoten, Schilde, and Wijnegem in a different way, namely by following the Klein Schijn. This stream meanders along the border of these municipalities through a surprisingly green landscape.
The new cycling route, which is a total of 28 kilometers long, takes you through this varied valley area. Along the way, you will encounter a number of special locations and gain insight into the efforts being made to address the area's challenges.
Those who look closely might even spot a beaver dam during the bike tour.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Schoten — Nieuws (09/10/2026)