Molenbeek, Brook in Denderstreek region, Belgium.
The Molenbeek extends 22 kilometers through East Flanders, starting in Grotenberge and flowing through multiple municipalities before reaching Wichelen.
The waterway supported numerous mills throughout centuries, with three operational water mills remaining in Erpe-Mere, including the Egemmolen in Bambrugge.
The name Molenbeek derives from the Dutch words for mill and brook, reflecting the watercourse's central role in local agricultural production.
The brook collects water from various tributaries such as Valleibeek, Fonteinbeek, and Doormansbeek, maintaining water flow across its 52.76 square kilometer basin.
The De Watermeulen mill at Ottergem maintains protected status and continues its traditional function of grain milling to this day.
Location: Zottegem
Location: Herzele
Location: Erpe-Mere
Location: Lede
Location: Wichelen
GPS coordinates: 51.00782,3.95480
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35
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