F3 Leuven–Brussel
F3 Cycling Highway Leuven - Brussels

F3 Leuven–Brussel

A cycling tour with 3 stages, starting in Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium.
OverviewAbout this tour

The F3 connects Brussels with Leuven via a fast, paved cycling route. Expect mostly asphalt, with some concrete, cobblestones, and a touch of cobbles here and there. Most of the route runs on segregated cycle paths, alternating with quiet streets; only on the city edges do you encounter short sections of busier roads. The profile is gently rolling and easy to ride in both directions.

Ideal for commuting, training, or a quick weekend ride between the capital and the university city. You'll pass through suburban zones and stretches of open countryside without detours. Start in Brussels or Leuven—the route works perfectly both ways.

In short: a comfortable, clear through-traffic cycle connection with plenty of asphalt and only occasional shared or busier segments.

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3
Routes
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Duration
30.1 km
Distance
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Avg. speed
100 m
Ascent
106 m
Descent
F3 Leuven–BrusselStages of this tour
All 3 stages of this tour can be opened on the map or in the Bikemap App for more details, where you can adjust them in the route planner or download them as GPX or KML file. Use them as a template for planning your own tour, or let Bikemap navigate you along them directly.
F3 Fietssnelweg Leuven - Brussel: Zaventem - Leuven
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F3 Fietssnelweg Leuven - Brussel: Zaventem - Leuven

Cycling route in Zaventem, Flemish Region, Belgium

Hop on the F3 for a smooth ride from Zaventem to Leuven. Mostly paved cycleways and quiet streets, gentle climbs, ideal for commuting or a relaxed spin. You'll pass the airport town and roll into Leuven, a lively university city known for its historic center and breweries. Wayfinding is easy along …
20.5 km
Distance
53 m
Ascent
34 m
Descent
F3 Fietssnelweg Leuven–Brussel: Diegem naar Zaventem
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F3 Fietssnelweg Leuven–Brussel: Diegem naar Zaventem

Cycling route in Diegem, Flemish Region, Belgium

A short and quick ride of about 3.3 km along the F3. You start in Diegem (Machelen) and mostly follow separated cycle paths towards Zaventem, the home of Brussels Airport. The route is mostly paved, largely flat with few elevation meters, ideal for commuting or as a link between Leuven and Brussels…
3.3 km
Distance
18 m
Ascent
27 m
Descent
C3 Cyclostrade Brussel–Diegem (F3 Fietssnelweg)
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C3 Cyclostrade Brussel–Diegem (F3 Fietssnelweg)

Cycling route in Brussels, Brussels Capital, Belgium

Fast connection from Brussels to Diegem via the C3, part of the F3 Leuven–Brussels route. About 6.4 km, mostly asphalt and almost flat, ideal for commuting. Starts in the capital, ends in Diegem, just a stone's throw from Brussels Airport in Zaventem. Some busier road sections, but also separated c…
6.4 km
Distance
28 m
Ascent
45 m
Descent