Channel Leuven-Mechelen, Protected waterway in Flemish Brabant and Antwerp, Belgium.
The Channel Leuven-Mechelen extends for 30 kilometers through Belgium, connecting the cities of Leuven and Mechelen with multiple locks along its route.
The construction of this transportation canal began in February 1750, establishing a vital connection for commercial shipping between two significant Belgian urban centers.
The canal functions as part of the Scheldt drainage system, featuring historical structures such as the Sluices of Tildonk, Kampenhout, and Boortmeerbeek.
Wide towpaths on both sides of the canal provide access points for walking and cycling, with dedicated parking areas available near bridge crossings.
White storks establish nests on poles near the canal at Planckendael Animal Park, creating opportunities for wildlife observation throughout seasonal migrations.
Location: Province of Antwerp
Location: Flemish Brabant
Height: -2.3 m
GPS coordinates: 50.97417,4.55963
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:40
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