Bike rides

Get on your bike and explore Walloon Brabant and its tourist sites on two wheels!

Whether with family, friends or as a couple, enjoy some relaxing times in the great outdoors in a remarkable setting.

Stop off in a “Bikes welcome” establishment: you will not be disappointed by the welcome!

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Big Bang Route

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WBT - Jean-Paul Remy
Big Bang Route
Big Bang Route
Big Bang Route
Big Bang Route

Description

The 75 km long round trip cycle route between the twin cities of Leuven and Louvain-la-Neuve is dedicated to the Big Bang and its founder, Georges Lemaître. The tour starts at the Lemaître statue in one of the two cities, brings you to the statue of Lemaître in the other city and returns via another way. Returning can also be done by train. The route will take you through the Meerdaal forest, meandering its way past the myriad lovely spots punctuating the rural Walloon Brabant landscape. The terrain is full of rolling hills, so get ready to tackle a few steep slopes. At a number of places, the possibility exists to choose a more gentle, family-type of route or a MTB route. The round trip is mapped out through cycle nodes. When starting in Leuven the sequence is: 10 (Leuven) - 74 - 75 - 13 - 2 - 1 - 79 - 80 - 40 - 41 - 42 - 43 - 44 - 45 - 50 - 49 - 56 - 57 - 75 - 76 - 89 - 95 - 67 (Louvain-La-Neuve) - 95 - 89 - 76 - 75 - 57 - 56 - 49 - 50 - 45 - 44 - 43 - 42 - 41 - 40 - 80 - 79 - 78 - 82 - 76 - 70 - 75 - 74 - 10 (Leuven) There are two MBTEr alternatives: Between node 40 and 49: 40 - 39 - 37 - 47 - 49 Between node 76 and 44: 76 - 77 - 78 - 55 - 54 - 51 - 52 - 44 Along the family-type route, there are eight places to stop for a rest. Each of these has been marked with a QR code. Scan the code to discover facts about Georges Lemaître, the Big Bang, how our Universe has evolved and what the future will bring. More information : www.bigbangroute.be/

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Difficulty
Medium
Dist.
71 km
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Lat : 50.66778Lng : 4.62505
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Points of interest

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La Ferme du Biéreau et le jardin botanique

Avenue du Jardin Botanique 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Place des Wallons

Place des Wallons 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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La place des Sciences et la place Galilée

Place des Sciences 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Microbrewery Brasse-Temps

Brasserie Dubuisson inaugurated its new micro-brewery - Le Brasse-Temps - in Louvain-la-Neuve in 2000, in the aim of introducing Belgian and overseas students from the university to the famous Bush beers and other Dubuisson specialities, such as the Cuvée des Trolls. The mini-brewery produces high-quality beers you can savour while you're visiting. The beers are stored in tanks or barrels filled on site, or directly fed to the pumps.

4 Place des Brabançons 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Atelier Théâtre Jean Vilar

Rue du Sablon 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Aula Magna

1 Place Raymond Lemaire 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Llwynonn

3 Cours Charles Gheude 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Wood of Lauzelle

The Bois de Lauzelle, a real gem of nature in Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve, is a great place to come for some peace and quiet.On your walk in the soothing atmosphere of this natural space, you can spot many animals and birds while also admiring the very diverse flora, highly valued by scientists in this part of Walloon Brabant.The Bois de Lauzelle offers three signposted routes and a number of games.Park at the "Bois de Lauzelle" car park for more convenience!

Boulevard de Lauzelle 1340 Ottignies
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Park of "la Source"

This small park, where the Hergé Museum is located, is ideal for a small walk or a picnic.Many benches and sculptures also line the paths of the park.

Allée de la Source 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Musée L

If you're passing through Louvain-la-Neuve, don't miss its university museum! It's Belgium's very first large-scale university museum. 3830 m², spread over 6 floors, are accessible to the general public. The Musée L has a total of 20,000 works, 1,500 of which are exhibited. These works come from all 5 continents and cover a wide period, which goes from Prehistoric times to the 20th century.Crossing the threshold of the Musée assures you a wealth of encounters with the worlds of science and the arts. The Musée L seeks to breath life into the dialogue between works of art, artefacts from ancient civilisations, the inventions of science, while prioritising experimentation and direct contact with the works.

1 place des Sciences 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Hergé Museum

The Hergé Museum in Louvain-la-Neuve is a fascinating picture of the life and work of Hergé, the father of Tintin and Milou.More than 80 original drawings, 800 photos, documents and various objects have been collected in this audacious palace of light and magic.Its architect, Christian de Portzamparc, a poet of volumes and space, dreamed of an exceptional building for an exceptional heritage.Surprises are guaranteed with the multi-talented artist: graphic artist, publicist, caricaturist, script writer and painter in his leisure time, Hergé was all that and moreDiscover the fabulous career of one of the greatest artists of the 20th century.

26 rue du Labrador 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Kaléo Mozaïk Louvain-la-Neuve

Kaleo welcomes you to its new Mozaïk lodge in Louvain-la-Neuve, a city where pedestrians are kings!Located in the very center, close to all urban facilities, come and discover the Mozaïk gîte and the potential attractiveness of this unique city, originally designed to be accessible to all.

2 Rue de la Gare 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Tourist Office - Inforville

1 place de l'Université 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Provincial Estate "Bois des Rêves"

The 'Bois des Rêves' is a haven of peace for young and old in the centre of Walloon Brabant. 67 ha of nature devoted exclusively to leisure, to be enjoyed as your heart desires … Those who like walking and cycling have 17 km of waymarked paths and trails to explore. Children will love the huge playground designed specially for them with safety in mind.Athletes can check out the closed-circuit mountain bike track or try to best the 15 obstacles on the 1500 m health trail.Persons with reduced mobility have not been forgotten, a 500m health track with 9 obstacles has been designed specially for them.From April to November, the pond is open for fishing.The "Bois des Rêves" … An ideal spot for a get together of family and friends.Le “Bois des Rêves” is home to the “Musée de l'Eau et de la Fontaine”, which organises activities for schools and families to raise awareness of water issues.Dogs allowed - A fenced playground is specially reserved for them.

1 Allée du Bois des Rêves 1340 Ottignies
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Paulette à Bicyclette

1 Chemin du Griffon 1340 Ottignies
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Altérez-vous

This establishment – an advocate of sustainable consumption - serves high-quality, organic, seasonal and fair trade produce in a warm and casual decor.The restaurant offers regular evening entertainment and is labeled "Table de Terroir".

6 Place des Brabançons 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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La Table L

3 place des Sciences 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Lake of Louvain-la-Neuve

Rêverie du Promeneur Solitaire 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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Ibis Styles Hotel & Meeting Center Louvain la Neuve

The hotel is located in a green setting on the edge of Lauzelle forest. Not far from the city centre and the Catholic University of Louvain and near the Axisparc business centre and Louvain-la-Neuve Science Park. It features 84 recently refurbished rooms and an à la carte restaurant/bar. Its 14 meeting rooms can host up to 250 people.

61 Boulevard de Lauzelle 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve
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Office du Tourisme Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve

 The team of the Touist Office of Louvain-la-Neuve welcomes tou in the "Galerie des Halles".There you will be able to learn all about the history of Walloon Brabant’s youngest town. You will then be invited to view the model of the town to understand how it has evolved.Take inspiration from the many brochures provided and go to discover the numerous hidden treasures Has a temporary exhibition space and a store selling items such as T-shirts, books and equipment related to the town.It also suggests little games to do in town, ‘escape the city’ games, frisbee golf, routes around the town and much more besides.Themed guided tours are organised, don’t hesitate to come to learn more about the town and surrounding area.

1 Place de l'Université 1348 Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve
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