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      This region west of Leuven contains mainly the trails of Bertembos, but also those of Eikenbos, Grevenbos and the small Hollander forest.
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      eBikes Allowed: Yes
      Land Status: Community Forest
      plan a road trip here
      Access Info:
      Central: Crossroads at the house of the forest ranger (near the large water tower) on the Bosstraat.
      or
      South: 't Vossenhol with plenty of parking spots.
      Disclaimer:
      Certain trails listed here are off-limits for riding, they're on for archival purposes!
      This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.

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      Region Details
      • 6
      • 6

      Region Status
      Caution as of Jul 5, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      14
      Trails Mountain Bike
      12
      Trails E-Bike
      9
      Trails Hike
      14
      Trails Trail Running
      14
      Total Distance
      4 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      3 miles
      Total Descent
      948 ft
      Total Vertical
      148 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      338 ft
      Reports
      55
      Photos
      8
      Completed Counter
      2,426

      Popular Bertembos Mountain Biking Trails

      • 85 ★ 0.0 • 784 ft • 0 ft • 131 •
      A short aggressive trail with some small gap jumps (that can be avoided). At the end stay left when the trail splits up, there is a hard jump on the right.
      • 65 ★ 5.0 • 2,165 ft • 0 ft • 128 •
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.0 • 3,041 ft • 3 ft • 128 •
      A long twisty trail where you always need to keep pushing those pedals to keep your speed.
      • 65 ★ 5.0 • 935 ft • 3 ft • 106 •
      A short aggressive XC downhill with loamy ground in the beginning and close trees in the end.
      • 85 ★ 4.7 • 1,385 ft • 0 ft • 101 •
      A flat singletrail that goes quickly down into a gully with nice flowy turns. At the end the trail opens op with some off-camber wide turns. Plenty of fun!
      H&M
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 1,010 ft • 0 ft • 99 •
      After a flat start you turn right into two loamy turns. The second left is off-camber and is followed by a small compression that launches you to a sharp right (around the three). At the end turn right and sprint for 60-70 meters for...
      • 70 ★ 3.7 • 2,149 ft • 11 ft • 89 •
      A flat physical start with wide turns. Eventually you drop down in a small valley, which you leave with a short steep hill that can be very slippery when there is mud. The last part you have to work through bumps and turns. At the end...
      • 75 ★ 0.0 • 728 ft • 0 ft • 87 •
      A new B-Line for the Keep On Pushing Trail. This one is also used a lot for climbing back up.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 1 rides

      Yesterday

      • 1 rides
      Past Week
      • 10 rides

      Bertembos Mountain Bike Routes

      12 miles • 937 ft • 9 • Loop •
      The best route to ride all trails in Bertembos. It also includes the Akka trails in the small Kinderenbos....
      12 miles • 87 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Nieuwe, rode lus van Sport Vlaanderen in Herent

      Photos of Bertembos Mountain Bike

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      Feb 2, 2024 @ 4:20am
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      Apr 26, 2021 @ 2:05am
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      Apr 26, 2021 @ 2:04am
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      Apr 26, 2021 @ 1:59am
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      Sep 21, 2020 @ 10:39am
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      Sep 18, 2020 @ 11:00am
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      263 |
      Feb 29, 2004 @ 7:43pm
      Feb 29, 2004
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      221 |
      Mar 14, 2020 @ 7:56am
      Mar 14, 2020

      Videos of Bertembos Mountain Bike

      Savage clip
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      trail: Ahaa!
      0:12 | 279 | Apr 6, 2016
      spider caught in the act
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      trail: Ahaa!
      0:05 | 398 | Sep 27, 2010

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Ma Geul
      Jun 2, 2024 @ 5:15am
      Jun 2, 2024
      Prevalent Mudbochten vol modder, slecht vr de trail om...dodgems
      To Bertembos Up
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      Bertembos East
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      Bertembos North
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      Il Gigante Up
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      Il Gigante
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike Small fallen tree blocking the trailMCallens
      To Il Gigante
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      To Ahaa! & Golden Hour
      Jul 25, 2023 @ 12:03pm
      Jul 25, 2023
      IdealE-Bike MCallens
      Takketoe
      May 18, 2023 @ 4:17am
      May 18, 2023
      Drytrail is rideable again, but slightly...Chigoami
      Keep On Pushing
      Nov 26, 2022 @ 11:37pm
      Nov 26, 2022
      WetMisterTimbo

      Activity Feed

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      Sep 16, 2026 @ 1:55am
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      Aug 29, 2026 @ 4:42am
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      May 16, 2025 @ 10:43am
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      Jan 19, 2025 @ 6:31am
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      Aug 1, 2024 @ 12:39pm
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      Recent Comments

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      thibaudverdycktrailOp en neerHoe lang kan ik me ongeveer in Bertembos bezig...
      Dec 7, 2022 @ 9:43am
      Dec 7, 2022
      donllefritrailKeep On PushingAt the beginning of the trail there is a big...
      May 4, 2020 @ 2:29am
      May 4, 2020
      donllefritrailBullitSome youngsters are building the jumps, now...
      May 3, 2020 @ 11:09am
      May 3, 2020
      donllefritrailBullitSomebody is working on new jumps and at the...
      Apr 30, 2020 @ 10:40am
      Apr 30, 2020

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Sterbike 3 44.1 km
      Sven Nys Cycling Center 410.4 km
      Champles 110.8 km
      BXL Pump Park11.8 km
      Bois de la Cambre - Ter Komerenbos 511.8 km

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike124 miles794 ft3 miles148 ft
      #3,471#1485522,224
      E-Bike92 miles636 ft2 miles138 ft
      #1,682#12532195
      Hike144 miles948 ft3 miles148 ft
      #2,241#75335
      Trail Running144 miles948 ft3 miles148 ft
      #1,519#854183

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Bertembos?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Bertembos are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Bertembos?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Bertembos are:
      • August (28 activities)
      • June (28 activities)
      • October (25 activities)
      Check the Bertembos reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Bertembos?
      Check the Bertembos trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Bertembos?
      The longest trail in Bertembos is Keep On Pushing at 927.0 m. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Bertembos?
      The best hiking trails in Bertembos are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
      ▼ How many trails are in Bertembos?
      Bertembos has a total of 14 trails. Of those, 12 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Bertembos to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Bertembos?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Bertembos is Op en neer with 12 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Bertembos?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Bertembos is Bosstraat offroad with 35 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Bertembos?
      Bertembos supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Bertembos?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Bertembos is Op en neer with an average grade of 1.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Bertembos?
      The overall region status for Bertembos is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 11 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 6
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Bertembos?
      Yes, Bertembos supports e-bike riding. There are 9 trails in Bertembos that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Bertembos?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Bertembos are: View all mountain biking routes in Bertembos.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Bertembos?
      The most popular Strava segments in Bertembos are:
      • afdaling bosstraat (5,701 athletes)
      • Konijnenpijp Bertem (5,306 athletes)
      • Klim tot aan huis (3,801 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Bertembos.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Bertembos?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Bertembos?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Bertembos are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Bertembos.
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