Roeselare–Leie Canal
| Roeselare–Leie Canal | |
|---|---|
The canal in Ingelmunster, with a view on the nature reserve Mandelhoek (left) | |
| Country | Belgium |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 16.5 km (10.3 miles) |
| Geography | |
| Direction | West |
| Start point | Leie River |
| End point | Roeselare |
The Roeselare–Leie Canal is an artificial waterway between the town Roeselare and the river Leie in West Flanders, Belgium. The canal is 16.5 kilometres long and was dug in 10 years between 1862 and 1872. The employment grew and ships with a carrying capacity of 600 tonnes brought grain, sand and other basic products to the factories around the canal.