Niel
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Hiking
The fastest routes are often the most superficial ones. To get to know the real Niel, with its enchanting stories and memorable main characters, you better take your time. Put on your hiking shoes, leave the well-trodden paths and take a detour. It is definitely worth your while!
Cycling
In the 1960s, the Rupel region was the centre of the brick industry. The soil is full of high-quality clay, which is the perfect resource for the world famous bricks, roof tiles and tiles. Everywhere alongside the Rupel you find traces of this fascinating history. Today, the industrial sites come to life: from a special museum to amazing natural areas and the stage of Tomorrowland. In short: a cycling route fill of surprises and thrilling stories!
Accommodations in Niel
STROOM is the ideal opportunity to discover Niel. Hike through the hidden pathways of the village, or cycle along the history of the Rupel area during the brickyard route. You can spend the night in one of the beautiful accommodations in the area. Find the perfect place to stay through Vlaanderen Vakantieland.
Niel is part of the cluster Rupel area. An excursion in the Rupel area and the Hombeeks Plateau is full of pleasant contrasts.
Do you want to enjoy nature, hike or cycle alongside the riverbank, discover museums and dine gastronomically? Then Tourism Rupel area and Hombeeks Plateau is the place to be.
General accessibility of Niel
- Train station NMBS: Niel
- There are sharing bicycles available at the train station, on the main square in front of the town hall, near bus stop 'Hellegat' on the Boomsestraat and at the Wetenschapspark. You can find information about the sharing bike system here