Tag: Belgium

  • De Panne – top 5 fantastic things to do

    De Panne – top 5 fantastic things to do

    Looking for some ‘Sahara’ feeling in Belgium? Drive up to De Panne, a coastal town near the French border and go hiking in the beautiful reserve ‘The Westhoek’ with its enormous dunes. Or enjoy a cycling tour along the Belgian coast while staying the night in the classified Dumont District. Our top 5 of a…

  • Top Belgische Kustroute. Van de Panne naar het Zwin: een must-do

    Top Belgische Kustroute. Van de Panne naar het Zwin: een must-do

    Al een tijdje op mijn fietslijstje, de Belgische Kustroute, een van de 9 Icoonfietsroutes in België. 85 kilometer fietsen van De Panne tot het Zwin. een must-do! Ideaal voor 2 dagjes fietsplezier. Lees hier mijn reisverslag over een mooie fietstrip vol natuur en een vleugje cultuur! De Belgische Kustroute De route volgt de Belgische kustl…

  • Spa – top 5 fantastic things to do

    Spa – top 5 fantastic things to do

    Fancy a weekend of relaxation, culture and nature? Then head to ‘Spa’ in the ‘south’ of Belgium. Known for its fantastic springs, mineral water and located in one of the most beautiful natural areas Belgium has to offer, this town deserves the name ‘Pearl of the Ardennes’ for a reason. A weekend with something for…

  • Pairi Daiza – magnificent themed worlds

    Pairi Daiza – magnificent themed worlds

    Visiting the world in one day? Then head for Pairi Daiza, definitely the best zoo in Europe, immersing you fully in the world of animals in their original habitats. Strolling through the park feels and looks like you are actually on each continent. The enormous park is divided in several themed worlds. Want to explore?…

  • Pairi Daiza –  Europe’s best zoo

    Pairi Daiza – Europe’s best zoo

    In for exploring the exciting animal word in one day in a magnificent setting? Well, then Pairi Daiza is something for you. From Africa over Europe to America, from Australia to Asia, all sorts of animals meet your eyes in this splendid themed animal park. Some days are even topped up with some marvelous evening…

  • Cycling through peaceful vineyards to the stunning Vlooybergtoren and Horst Castle

    Cycling through peaceful vineyards to the stunning Vlooybergtoren and Horst Castle

    In for some cycling between vineyards to reach the ‘stairway of heaven’ or the Vlooybergtoren and make a stop at an authentic Belgian castle? Hop up your bike and come along. Cycling route I’m in for some cycling through vineyards. Or at least in the neighborhood of them. An impression of the ‘Wijnlandschappenroute‘ starting at…

  • To Sint-Truiden and surroundings – a beautiful cycling route

    To Sint-Truiden and surroundings – a beautiful cycling route

    In for some cycling adventure to and in Sint-Truiden? We cycled from Holsbeek to Sint-Truiden, good for a trip of about 100 kilometers. Scenic routes, blossoms, beautiful natural settings, impressive war graves and a castle. Read this blog for an exciting sportive day trip! Cycling route: towards and around Sint-Truiden Sint-Truiden is the capital of…

  • A great city walk: the ‘Chrystal Ship’ in Ostend

    A great city walk: the ‘Chrystal Ship’ in Ostend

    Looking for a pleasant city walk combining street art, culture and sandy beaches at the Belgian coast? Then check out Ostend and it’s ‘Chrystal Ship’ hiking or cycling route: a great idea to discover Ostend’s best. The Chrystal Ship: what’s in a name The Chrystal Ship all started with a ship but is in fact…

  • Cycling amidst the beautiful blossoms in Limburg

    Cycling amidst the beautiful blossoms in Limburg

    Up for a wonderful cycling tour? Well, it’s the time of the year again for exploring beautiful blossoms in Belgian fruit orchards. Jump on your bike or keep your hiking shoes ready for a pleasant tour in Limburg. I take you along a beautiful blossom route with start and ending point in Borgloon, home to…