Cycling Belgium: 70k from Mons to Brussels via the canals

Updated: Nov 9, 2021

Interactive map and GPX file below

Easy ride for a sunny day. The route follows cycle paths along different canals. The main attractions are the old "Canal du Centre" with its impressive old boat lifts, and the beautiful old section of the canal Charleroi - Brussels. There are direct trains between Mons and Brussels.

Mons Train Station, designed by Santiago Calatrava (under construction 2021)

"Canal du Centre"

The Old section of "Canal du Centre"

Close to Charleroi

Sue taking a break on the old section of the canal Charleroi - Brussels