Flanders is a region that provides you with a great, all-round cycling holiday💚🚲 Numerous routes allow us to enjoy heritage, nature and gastronomy!
🍻The Tour de Geuze takes us to visit several beer producers.
🧀On the beer, cheese and teuten (itinerant traders from the 17th century) route, you can taste the delicious cheeses and Achel Abbey beer.
🌳“Cycling among the trees”, in Bosland, is a unique experience in which you pedal ten meters high.
🌟5 hidden gems in Ghent, Flanders
📍Beguinage. There are three beguinages in the city, two of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
📍Camposanto Cemetery. Inspired by the Parisian cemetery Pere Lachaise, it has more than 130 monumental tombs.
📍Graffitistraatje. This street is a constantly changing open-air canvas.
📍Urban palaces. In the Veldstraat we can see two mansions: the Hotel d'Hane Steenhuyse and the Arnold Vander Haegen House.
📍Kunstenkwartier. In the Arts Quarter you will find the most important museums of the city.
🏰🥬In the Flemish countryside we can find more than 1,500 castles💚
There are castles that are true museums surrounded by charming landscapes.🌲
Some offer the possibility of dining like the nobility and even staying overnight!🌠
Hiking and cycling routes link some of these properties that tell us about the history of Flanders. 🚲🚶♀️
🤩5 hidden gems in Leuven, Flanders
📍St. Donatus Park. This municipal park 🥬includes the remains of the old 12th century city wall.
📍Keizersberg Abbey. A cycling route 🚲takes in abbeys such as Keizersberg, one of the lesser-known abbeys.
📍Street art. Highlights include works by local artist Bisser and a series of birds 🐦by Collin van der Sluijs.
📍Museum of Zoology. KU Leuven University has a museum where you can see animal species 🦊.
📍Hal 5. An abandoned former train station 🚆houses a small market, restaurants and bars.
5 hidden gems in Mechelen, Flanders
5 hidden gems in Mechelen, Flanders:
📍Predikheren. The Preachers Library is considered one of the five best in the world;
📍Batteliek. Microbrewery, microdistillery and soft drink factory located in a former church;
📍Cinema Lumière. The Old Municipal Festival Hall has been converted into a cultural space;
📍Church of San Juan. The “Adoration of the Magi” is the central panel of an impressive triptych by Rubens;
📍Stiltetuin. The Garden of Silence of the Archbishop's Palace is an oasis of peace.
Spring Highlights in Flanders, Belgium:
💜Hallerbos: between the middle of April and the start of May, the bluebells come into flower.
🤍Celebrate the arrival of white asparagus season in Flanders, from end April to June.
💛Cycling classics such as The Tour of Flanders and Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields, are held in spring.
💚Hoge Kempen National Park. Here you can experience microadventures, sleep in nature or spot wildlife species.
❤️Visit Flanders Fields. Former battlefields, cemeteries and monuments linked to the battles of World War I
👣🌿 Rediscover the beauty of nature with every step on the barefoot path at National Park Hoge Kempen, Flanders! 🌞
Ever wondered what it feels like to walk barefoot in the wild? Now’s your chance! The barefoot path, located at Lieteberg, is reopening on March 1st! 🌍
Feel the earth beneath your feet as you explore nearly 3 km of carefully crafted trail. From wood and stones to tree chips, grass, loam, and water—each step offers a unique sensory experience.🌳
5 hidden gems in Bruges, Flanders:
📍Augustijnenrei. The Augustinian canal, from the 12th century, takes its name from an old convent that has now disappeared.
📍Gezellehuis. It is the house where the 19th century Flemish poet Guido Gezelle was born.
📍Pottenmakersstraat there is a beautiful house that the neighbours have decorated with flowers
📍De Halve Maan. This brewery has a 3 km pipeline. that transports beer around the city.
📍Minneboplein. Overlooking the beautiful Sint-Annerei canal, this tree-lined square is a good place to rest for a while.
❤️Let the magic of Bruges set the stage for romance.
Flanders, A glorious cycling paradise for all 🚴♀️💚 Whether you're an experienced cyclist or just looking for a relaxing ride, Flanders has something for everyone! Tackle the Flandrien Challenge on its famous bergs and cobbles, or enjoy a cycling holiday with friends and family on our nine iconic routes. Staying in a Flemish town or village? The Flanders’ Finest Cycle Routes are the perfect way to explore while being eco-friendly. Rent a bike (electric or classic) at local points and enjoy the beauty of Flanders sustainably!
Discovering Lesser-Known destinations in Flanders, Belgium
Discovering Lesser-Known destinations in Flanders, Belgium:
📍Ostend
Ostend blends the charm of the Belle Époque with the artistry of Flemish Master James Ensor and vibrant urban art. A perfect seaside city for culture lovers!
📍Lier
Lier, a historic gem on the Nete River, is home to UNESCO treasures like the beguinage, carillon culture, and belfry. Don’t miss the Zimmer Tower, where you can explore the Wonder Clock, Jubilee Clock, and Astronomical Studio while seeing the intricate mechanisms in action.
📍Kortrijk
Explore Kortrijk’s rich history, from the limestone and sandstone Broeltorens to the UNESCO-listed Belfry, a remnant of the medieval cloth hall. Learn about the city’s linen industry at the Museum of Flax and Textiles, and admire the late Gothic Renaissance architecture at the Grote Markt.
📍Tongeren
Tongeren, Belgium's oldest city, is a treasure trove of history! Discover the Gallo-Roman past at the interactive Gallo-Roman Museum, and explore the Teseum, a unique museum located at the Basilica of Our Lady. Don’t miss the Moerenpoort, an intact medieval city gate, now housing a family-friendly museum.
Indulge in the authentic tastes of Flanders! 🍲✨ From the comforting waterzooi to the savory flavors of chicory dishes, Flanders is a food lover's dream. Discover local specialties that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds. 😋
🌆 Soaring above the stunning city of Antwerp like never before! ✨ From the iconic Cathedral of Our Lady to the shimmering Scheldt River, every angle tells a unique story of this gem in the heart of Flanders.
📽️Breathtaking drone footage by Scanbie
Flanders - Belgium Tourist Office Flanders is the region in the North of Belgium and Brussels its capital.
