Paterberg from Kluisbergen

Route overview

A short route with some climbing suitable for riders wanting a brief effort.

2.4 km point-to-point route from Kluisbergen to Paterberg in Belgium with 40 m elevation gain.

The route starts just outside Kluisbergen passing Kwaremont at 0.4 km. It climbs initially, reaching its highest point of 79 m at 0.6 km before descending over 1.1 km to the low point of 28 m at 1.9 km. The profile consists of 30% climbing, 52% descending and 17% flat with a short steep section of 0.3 km exceeding 5%, including 0.1 km steeper than 10% near the start. The surface is 96% paved with a small 4% gravel section. The road types are mainly minor road (1.8 km) with 0.5 km on quiet streets. There are two restaurants at the start in Kluisbergen ('t Monument and In de Zon) plus a restaurant off route at 0.4 km (In de Zon). Beyond Kwaremont at 0.4 km there are no cafés, shops or water for 2 km to the end. The finish lies near the peak of Paterberg, 79 m off route.

Highlights

• Passing Kwaremont at 0.4 km
• Highest point at 79 m at 0.6 km
• Longest descent of 1.1 km from 0.6 km
• Finish near peak Paterberg 79 m off route

Practical information

Surface

Paved

Route shape

Point to point

Riding time

10 min

Know before you go

• No café, shop or water for 2 km after 0.4 km
• 0.3 km with gradient over 5%, max 7.9% over 500 m
• Small gravel section (4% of route)

Routes are for inspiration. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check locally and ride within your limits.