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A Flattering Phase in Flanders!

by Lajja

Fond of Flander ?

That is an obvious “YES”. Flanders field is the heart of Belgium. Every place here has a tale to tell, from the traces of the past to the  gadgets of modernity. Flanders have everything in its boundaries. This fairy land could be best for your travel diaries and can give you outstanding adventures with Belgium beer and waffles.

Along with enormous sightseeing and visiting the unique places, sporty adventures for the strength full and fun loving hearts could give you life long experience!

Let’s check out on Flanders daredevil sites

  • Mountain biking

Best way to explore the Flanders is by paddling your bikes. Passionated bikers could choose their own routes from smooth sides to rocky roads.

Singletrail Lichtaart 1 – Het Zwarte Water Loop from Kasterlee is one of the best MTB trails which is 625 feet downhill. It requires good fitness and advanced riding skills.

Abdij molen koksijde – MTB-Pfad durchs NSG Westhoek Loop from Nieuwpoort-Bad

It is the ride of 425 feet downhill. It is considered as one of the most versatile route for the riders.

Muziekbos – Tichassss Loop from Anzegem it is considered as the most difficult route for the bikers it is 3225 feet downhill which requires the expertise in riding bike.

  • River rafting

Explore the waters of Flanders on an exciting rafting trip.Rafting is a thrilling way to get your friends together and enjoy a day outside. Rafting trips are also perfect for families with kids who need to get out all their energy and love being active.

Kinrooi Old Meuse River meanders here which can provide you the best rafting experience in the entire flanders.

Ghent is another popular destination for river rafting which can make your heart ponder in the blues of water.

  • Stargazing

Night sky has its own beauty.For many city people, a clear night sky is a mythical beast.

However, your this wish could be fulfilled in Flanders.

Bruges, Medieval city known for its love lake is considered to be the most romantic place to gaze stars and admire the beauty of the night skies.

Ghent old Flemish port known for its winding canals is a perplexing place to lie down and watch the little stars.

Damme Drongengoedbos is an amazing place for the night lovers.

Distinctive destinations in Flanders

Beer museum

Bourgogne des Flanders the real taste of Bruges. It has a very special place in Belgian beer landscape. It is a typical example of the Flemish beer blending tradition with old and young beer being  judiciously mixed to achieve the perfect balance. It is brewed in the site loft and lambic from Timmermans brewery.

Explore the brewery and breathe in the smell of malt and fresh hops in the loft. See how the beer is brewed with your own eyes!

Chocolate museum

How can we end without Belgian chocolate?

Chocolate Nation is the world’s largest chocolate Museum at the centre of Antwerp.

Nowhere in the world can you find tastier chocolate than in Belgium.

In 14 thematic rooms,It is a 60 to 90 minutes journey and tell you the story of  Belgian chocolate. The tour starts in the cocoa plantations of the equator and follows the cocoa bean to world’s largest cocoa storage port in Antwerp. A gigantic fantasy machine demonstrates how chocolate is made and where the velvety smooth taste originates from.

A true Valhalla for chocolate lovers. A sweet and blissful experience museum.

Weirdest place in Flanders

it’s crazy to stay in a hotel which is actually a piece of art. Built as a daring piece of art, Hotel Casanus is a gigantic replica of the human digestive system designed by the Dutch artist Joep Van Lieshout. The casAnus is on the grounds of the Verbeke Foundation in a peaceful field close to a pond with ducks and under a generally starry night.

 Want to feel like Snow White, Robin Hood or Alice in Wonderland for a few days? The Balade des Gnomes Hotel in the Durbuy Belgium countryside might be a lot of fun if you’re traveling with kids, but it’s a mysterious and magical place for anyone who enjoys a good fairy tale.

How about living in the wine vats? With that luring smell of wine. The Jerom Winery in Borgloon, has built little round cabins to look like wine vats. They are located right on the vineyard, where it is super quiet and picturesque, and you of course get wine tastings and a tour.

While everything on this list will be open this summer.Check ahead for Covid-19 restrictions and measures.

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