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WELCOME IN
THE HINTERLAND
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OF BRUGES
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Welcome in the hinterland of Bruges! Index
Do you know another green region with the Flemish 04 The region
coast and a city of world heritage standard as its
06 Stay in a green oasis
immediate neighbours? Only the hinterland of Bruges
fits that bill. Besides its ideal location, the region offers 08 Cycling
a wide array of diverse possibilities: picturesque polder 12 Walk in the green outskirts of Bruges
villages, charming cities, medieval castles and abbeys,
14 By boat
nature reserves and delicious local produce.
16 In style on a scooter
This brochure is an ideal source of inspiration to 18 Minibus tours
discover this superb region. Stay in the green outskirts
20 Charming cities
of Bruges, visit a tourist site or take part in an amusing
event. Feel like escaping over populated cities? Explore 24 The six prettiest villages
green oases on your bike, on foot or on a scooter. Stop 28 Tourist sites
in an authentic public house to taste a local beer and
a typical regional dish. You will definitely have an 34 Bon appétit!
www.brugseommeland.be
unforgettable holiday! 38 Events and markets
42 In the region
43 Accessibility
45 Tourist information centres
See you soon ! 46 The hinterland of Bruges
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resque villages and you will find the villa-
ges of Gistel and Oudenburg at the end.
The green outskirts of Bruges
In the south you will find the most woody
region of West Flanders. Use the network
of walking paths of Bulskampveld or fol-
low the Bruges-Ghent canal on your bike.
Besides nature, the region has elegant
castles like that of Loppem and Wijnen-
dale, with magnificent gardens.
The region
It is sometimes said that the Hinterland of Bruges is the backyard
of the seaside and the frontyard of Bruges, in other words, the ideal The polders The region of Tielt
combination! The region has three splendid landscapes to discover! North of Bruges, the damages landscape Between Bruges and Ghent you will dis-
with seawalls, canals, ditches and ponds cover the rural charms of the fields and
gives you superb views. The region of the prairies in Tielt. The visitors’ centre in the
Zwin is a paradise for ornithologists and it fabulous Mulle de Terschueren house is
*Gistel, Oudenburg, Jabbeke, Zuienkerke, Damme, Beernem, Oostkamp, Zedelgem, Ichtegem, Torhout,
Lichtervelde, wingene, Ruiselede, Tielt, Pittem, Ardooie, Bruges and the polders of Knokke-Heist, is great to enjoy nature along the Damme the ideal starting point to discover the city
Blankenberge, De Haan, Bredene and Ostend. canal. The polders are dotted with pictu- and its surroundings.
Stay
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in a green Feel like leaving the daily routine, looking
for the unusual or simply to take a break?
oasis
In the Hinterland of Bruges, you will al-
ways stay amidst nature, the ideal place
for a relaxing weekend in Belgium. You
will find prestigious hotels, atmospheric
gites and charming B&Bs, sometimes
housed in a castle or farmhouse. In short,
accomodation in the countryside in a uni-
que and nostalgic decor!
Find your ideal accommodation on our
website: www.brugseommeland.be/en
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Cycling
The green region of the Hinterland of Bruges is the ideal backdrop Network of cycling routes
for active holidays. The art city is surrounded by green zones, It provides you with almost 900 km of landscapes and interesting local attrac-
cycling fun in one of the most beautiful tions.
straight canals, polders and forests. During your walk you well tourist regions in Flanders. Useful maps
enable you to create your own circuit by
definitely discover picturesque villages, historic buildings and cycling from junction to junction. The net-
charming pubs. Walking maps are available from the online shop work links the most interesting and se-
cure cycling paths of the region. It takes
(https://shop.westtoer.be/en) and the tourist information centres. you to small picturesque towns, unique
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Following the canals
The landscape of the hinterland of Bru-
ges is strongly defined by its canals: from
Bruges to Damme, from Ostend to Ghent,
via Bruges and the marina of Beernem,
the Baudouin, Leopold and Schipdonk
canals. The straight canals are flanked by
beautiful rows of trees and house a very
diverse fauna and flora. Enjoy nature, Themed cycling trips reclaimed from the sea. Man also had to canals. The Green
tranquillity and the passing boats during battle enemy armies here. The polders Bike Tour also
Properties,
your trip. house numerous remnants of those con- goes in the direc-
summer residences of the Bruges elite
frontations. From Bruges you follow the tion of the pol-
This cyclotourism circuit takes you to the
Damme canal, you pass the siphons and ders and stops in
green zone south of Bruges via numerous
explore the localities of Oostkerke and Damme to sample
Along the Groene 62, summer castles and magnificent farmy-
Hoeke. local specialties.
the former railtrack ards. The route unveils the rich history
Advance booking
of many aristocratic families and their
De Groene 62 is one of the best known recommended.
residences and also several green oases, Guided trips
green axes of the region. Until 1976 a train a few pearls of serenity in the region of
connected Torhout to Ostend here. Today Feel like getting on your bike, but you hate
Bruges.
it is a cyclists’ paradise and the ideal con- looking at a map? Take part in one of the
nection between the Hinterland and the Fortresses and seawalls between Bruges guided trips starting in Bruges, the ideal Pink Bear Bike Tours
coast. During your 22 km trip you can stop and Damme starting point to discover the Hinterland www.pinkbear.freeservers.com:
at the Aertrycke and Wijnendale castles Almost all the roads you use on your trip of Bruges. The Pink Bear Bike Tours will 10.15 am at the Belfry. € 25
or the Statieput, a peaceful pond used as were installed on cleared dykes that in show you the prettiest spots in the polders. Green Bike Tour (+32 (0)50 61 26 67):
a leisure park. the past protected the polders recently You will follow the banks of poplar-lined 10 am at the Concertgebouw. € 15.
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Network of walking paths Walk in the castle parks
In Bulskampveld for example, located The hinterland of Bruges is one of the
between Bruges and Ghent, the network most extensively woody areas in Flan-
of walking paths provides 150 km of fun ders. You will discover numerous forests
in one of the largest plains of Flanders. with castles! The Aertrycke and Wijnen-
Numerous country roads dale castles are located not too far from
and limited traffic roads the city of Torhout and the castles of
guide you through the Loppem, Ryckevelde, Tillegem and Beis-
forests and fields whe- broek are located in the proximity of Bru-
re you can enjoy natu- ges. It is pleasant to stroll in the parks
Walk
re. Useful maps enable and the gardens that surround them.
you to create your own
circuit by cycling from
junction to junction. Heritage walk Damme
The small polder town of Damme was the
in the
busy front harbour of Bruges in medieval
times. The merchants built impressive
green outskirts
residences with sufficient warehouses.
During the war between Spain and The
Netherlands the town has become a mili-
of Bruges
tary fortress. This walk takes you through
the traces of more than 800 years of histo-
ry, a story of which the merchants and the
military engineers are the protagonists.
You will find forests, gardens, woody domains, peaceful fields,
and protected nature zones. This green zone is the ideal backdrop
to escape the busy city of Bruges. From Zuienkerke to Damme,
via Jabbeke, Zedelgem and Oostkamp, you will undoubtedly
discover beautiful green secrets! Walking maps are available
from the online shop (https://shop.westtoer.be/en) and the tourist
information centres.
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Recreational navigation
The region is the ideal place to enjoy natu-
re by boat. On the Ghent-Ostend canal, you
can moor in the marinas of Beernem and
Bruges or the jetty of Stalhille. The pret-
ty Plassendale-Nieuwpoort canal is more
tranquil and is the ideal link between the
coast and the Westhoek. Spend the night
anchored to the jetties of Plassendale,
Stalhille, Oudenburg or Snaaskerke.
Lamme Goedzak, boat
between Bruges and Damme
The Lamme Goedzak boat provides a shut-
tle service between the historic city of Bru-
Canoes and kayaks
ges and the picturesque town of Damme: a Do you feel like enjoying the canals and
good half hour to enjoy the unique lands- nature in a more active way? Go to De
cape along the Damme canal that connects Kijkuit in Beernem where you can rent
Bruges to Sluis in the Netherlands! You can canoes and kayaks. Individually or in
also take your bicycle on board. group: discover the secret places of the
By boat
Ghent-Ostend canal!
Noorweegse Kaai 31, Bruges
(Map: H5-I5-I4) Kijkuit 1, Beernem (Map: J8)
5 excursions a day. € 10 (return) +32 (0)50 78 15 53. www.dekijkuit.be.
www.bootdamme-brugge.be From € 7.
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Signposted tours
Book a guided tour on a trendy Vespa and
travel through green polders, authentic
little villages and breathtaking lands-
capes. Several stops are scheduled on
route. Or follow one of the signposted iti-
neraries of Scoot and Go on your own and
visit interesting tourist sites along the
route.
Vespa Tours Bruges
Starting point: ‘t Zand (Map: H6).
+32 (0)497 64 86 48.
www.vespatours-brugge.be
Rental addresses
In style
Electric Scooters: Gentpoortstraat 55-
62, Bruges (Map: H6). +32 (0)474 09 19 18.
www.electric-scooters.be
on a scooter
Tourist information centre Damme :
Jacob van Maerlantstraat 3 (Map: I4).
+32 (0)50 28 86 10.
www.toerismedamme.be
Scoot and Go: Stationsstraat 349, Ichte-
Put on your crash helmet, give gas and spend an unforgettable day! gem (Map: D8). +32 (0)476 95 44 02.
www.scootandgo.be
Get on the road in style on a scooter to discover the pretty region of
Solex Ter Spinde: Stationsstraat 123,
the Hinterland of Bruges in a completely different way. Follow your
Jabbeke (Map: E6). +32 (0)475 53 62 69.
own itinerary or follow a signposted route, in a group or on your www.solexhuren.be
own - it’s up to you!
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Triple Treat Quasimodo Tour City Tour: Damme excursion
This relaxing excursion with English The City Tour minibus departs from Bru-
commentary takes you by minibus to the ges and takes you to Damme, a medie-
prestigious castle of Tilleghem and the val village. After your visit you return to
exceptional neo-gothic castle of Loppem. Bruges on the Lamme Goedzak boat. Two
Have a stroll in the medieval city of Dam- hours later, the minibus picks you up on
me and visit the gothic barn of the Abbey the jetty and takes you back to the Market
Ter Doest in Lissewege. Of course, when Square of Bruges.
it’s lunch time, you will enjoy delicious
Departure: 4 pm at the Market Square,
waffles, chocolates and different local
Bruges. € 25. +32 (0)50 35 50 24.
Belgian beers.
Minibus
www.citytour.be
Departure: 9.15 am at ‘t Zand, Bruges.
€ 62.50. +32 (0)50 37 04 70.
www.quasimodo.be
tours20 21
Bruges
Charming
Bruges is one of the prettiest cities in Euro- irresistible classics: the Market square, the
pe. It is therefore justified that the UNESCO Belfry, the beguinage, the church of Our
has listed the whole historical city cent- Lady and the Rozenhoedkaai.
towns and
re in the world heritage list. You will think
you travelled back to medieval times in the Buy the Brugge City Card to enjoy endless
winding narrow streets and along the little benefits in Bruges and its Hinterland!
cities
romantic canals. The numerous museums www.bruggecitycard.be
and the heritage impressively narrate the
turbulent history of the city. Don’t miss the22 23
Damme
Damme, the medieval town that offers you
an impressive heritage amidst a magnifi-
Torhout Tielt
cent natural landscape! The Damme canal
connects the town to Bruges, ideal for a Torhout, the oldest city of the Duchy of The city of Tielt is located in the centre of the
cycling trip of only 8 km. The city walls, Flanders benefits from its glorious past. triangular region of Bruges-Ghent-Kortrijk.
the nature reserves and the Ryckevelde The centre is pleasant to walk around in to The visitors’ centre in the fabulous Mulle de
domain are ideal walking sites. Admire the admire numerous historic monuments and Terschueren house is the ideal starting point
historic churches and buildings of the town buildings. Take a relaxing break on one of to discover the city and its surroundings. You
centre. You will also find literature in the the terraces on the market square or taste will interactively get in touch with the history
Ulenspiegel Museum. And even the gas- Wostyn mustard, the oldest regional product of Tielt and its tourist sites like the Belfry, the
tronomists will find delicious sustenance: of Torhout. The city has four green domains Poelberg site and the flowery village of Ka-
an exquisite restaurant, a charming pub, that definitely are worth exploring. Don’t negem with its Flandrien house. Since 1959
a fresh pint or Belgian chips. And don’t miss the castle of Wijnendale, the jewel in the city of Tielt has become a European city
forget to explore the picturesque villages the crown of the Flemish heritage. (Map: and organises the Europe festival every year
around Damme. (Map: I4) E10-F10) - the highlight of the year! (Map: J12)24 25
The six
prettiest
villages Houtave
Houtave, one of the municipalities of Zui-
The region has numerous unique remains of the former Cistercian enkerke, is a charming little village located
abbey. The Visitors’ centre in Lissewege between Bruges and the coast. The village
picturesque villages: is dominated by the church where Saint
displays the past of the white village with
these are our gems! photos and a collection of archaeological Apolline is the patron saint of the dentists
finds. Climb up to the top of the monumen- and is called upon against toothache. Al-
tal bell tower of the church that will give you most directly opposite you will find the pub
Lissewege a unique panoramic view of the polders. Do De Drie Koningen which opened its doors
The splendid abbey farmhouse Ter Doest is you like sweets? Visit the old De Soete Pae- in 1771. Sample one of its specialities: a
located in Lissewege, one of the ten most pe sweet shop where you can taste vintage slice of bread with homemade farmers’
beautiful villages in Flanders, and is the sweets in a 1920s interior. (Map: G3-H3) pâté. (Map: F5)The six prettiest villages
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The six prettiest villages
Oostkerke Kanegem Meetkerke Stalhille
A silent, whitewashed village with a flat Kanegem, a municipality of Tielt, is popu- The small rural village of Meetkerke, a Located on the banks of the Ostend-Bru-
church tower: Oostkerke, elected the lar for its flowers. The recently restored picturesque municipality of Zuienkerke, ges canal, Stalhille is one of the most
prettiest village of West Flanders. Stroll neo-baroque Saint Bavo church is worth is located near Bruges. Enter the Church charming villages in the polders. The
along the Leopold canal until the 14th a visit. You will also see the statue of the of Our Lady to admire the miraculous sta- green region is the ideal landscape for a
century castle. In the village centre take cycle racer Briek Schotte, double world tue, the subject of a true legend. On the cycling trip, a walk or even an excursion
a break in the pub De Knotwilg where champion and born in Kanegem, here. other side of the road you will find the pub on horseback. The Kruidenboerderietje is
you will still find popular wooden games. But the flowery village is also ideal to Het Mortierken in one of the typical white- the ideal stop for a rest in this peaceful
Located on our cycling network, this pic- relax in. Kuren in Kanegem is a spa that washed farmhouses. Drink a Belgian beer oasis. Visit the shop, the garden with aro-
turesque village also is the ideal starting provides therapeutic treatments, beauty on the terrace or grab a bite in the rustic matic plants or enjoy a herbal tea on the
point for cycling trips in the polders. (Map: treatments and special arrangements, interior. To enjoy nature, pay a visit to the terrace. And if you have some time left, vi-
I3) like chocolate massages. (Map: K11) Meetkerkse Moeren that give you a splen- sit the glassworks De Sfeermaker where
did panorama of the polders. (Map: C5) you can also enjoy a glass of honey beer.
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Wijnendale castle is surrounded by a romantic park with
ponds, caves and a maze.
A magnificent castle surrounded by moats
in the forest of Torhout. In the castle muse- Steenbrugsestraat 26, Loppem (Map: G7)
um you go on a journey through 1000 years +32 (0)50 82 22 45
of fascinating history, illustrated with mo- www.kasteelvanloppem.be. € 8
dern presentations, digital screens and a
portable videoguide. Children get going with
the Treasure hunts of Robbie the ghost. Boudewijn Seapark
Oostendestraat 390, Torhout (Map: E9) Spend an unforgettable day with the
+32 (0)50 22 07 70 dolphins and a multitude of attractions
www.toerismetorhout.be. € 5 in this leisure park . The dolphins are the
stars of the delphinarium, and in the out-
door theatre the sea lions put on a show
Loppem castle and its maze all day and the aquatic panoramas provide
The Neo-gothic Loppem castle is located underwater views. Children will enjoy the
at 6 km from Bruges and was built in 1859. indoor play area, Bobo’s Indoor.
It is the only castle in Belgium where the Alphonse de Baeckestraat 12, Sint-Michiels
architecture and the interior were pre- (Map: H6) +32 (0)50 38 38 38
Tourist sites
served in their original condition. As you www.boudewijnseapark.be
visit it, you feel like the guest of the pro-
ject owner and its first residents. It also
houses superb art collections. The castle30 31
Sculpture gardens Irénée
to the vehicles… publicity, glazed objects,
Duriez and Mia Moreaux
tools, clothes, … The museum is situated Several large bronze statues are exhibi-
inside the biggest motor hotel in Europe: ted in Iréneé Duriez’ romantic garden. Her
Bikersloft Groenedijk in Oudenburg. studio is also open to the public. You can
admire her sculptures, her drawings and
Groenedijkstraat 5A, Oudenburg. (Map: D6)
working method here.
+32 (0)50 59 90 56. Réservation est con-
seillé. www.oldtimermotorenmuseum.be. Keibergstraat 6, Ichtegem. (Map: D9)
+32 (0)51 58 90 27. www.ireneeduriez.be.
Free Open in summer or by appointment.
Permeke Museum
Ulenspiegel Museum
The most famous of the Flemish expres- Mia Moreaux’ impressive 4 500 m² garden
The Ulenspiegel Museum in Damme in- houses bronze and marble statues. You
sionist painters and sculptors, Constant
troduces you to five centuries Ulenspiegel can admire her paintings inspired by Ice-
Permeke, has lived and worked in Jabbe-
and its international equivalents. You can landic landscapes in her studio.
ke for more than twenty years. Until his Abbey Ten Putte
learn the pranks and jokes of Ulenspiegel
death, he lived in the amazing villa « De
there as well as the cultural and historic The abbey Ten Putte, where Benedictine Eernegemsestraat 120, Westkerke.
Vier Winden » (The Four Winds), that he
context the character appeared in. You nuns used to live in the past, is often vi- (Map: D7). +32 (0)59 26 74 74.
had built himself. Today, it houses the mu-
will see copies of medieval manuscripts, sited by pilgrims and visitors. The domed www.miamoreaux.com.
seum and visitors can look around in his
paintings and sculptures. Children will chapel houses the well and its miracu- Free. Open in summer or by appointment.
home, his garden and his former studios.
have fun with the interactive walk and the lous water. As the legend goes it is here
Gistelsteenweg 341, Jabbeke. (Map: E6) treasure hunt. that Saint Godelieve was strangled and
+32 (0)59 50 81 18. www.muzee.be. drowned on the orders of her husband.
Jacob van Maerlantstraat 3, Damme.
www.permekemuseum.be. € 3 Visit the museum to learn more about this
(Map: I4). +32 (0)50 28 86 10.
www.toerismedamme.be. € 2,50 martyr and the history of this pretty site.
It is also the ideal starting point to take
The Oldtimer Motor Museum the cycling path network.
Discover a hundred year old collection Abdijstraat 84, Gistel. (Map: C7)
and history of motorcycles. The muse- +32 (0)59 27 86 71. € 1,50
um shows over 120 motorcycles, scooters
and mopeds, and everything that’s related32 33
Beisbroek observatory and
planetarium
In the tower of the observatory, the big
telescope invites you to observe the sun,
the moon and the planets from close by.
Cozmix enables you to admire the stars in
all their splendour - even in bad weather.
More than 7000 stars are projected on
the inner side of the dome in the extraor-
dinary planetarium. Spectacular video
images accompany you with a musical
background along your initiation journey
of discovery of the mysteries of the uni-
verse. House Mulle de Terschueren The tower of Damme The belltower of Lissewege
Zeeweg 96, Bruges. (Map: F6) Nestled in a green oasis, the House Mulle If you are not afraid to climb stairs, you Climb the 264 steps of the monumen-
+32 (0)50 39 05 66. www.cozmix.be. € 5 de Terschueren is a listed town house that should definitely visit the flat tower of the tal bell tower of the church that will give
carries the name of its former owners. In church of Damme, a listed monument you an impressive and unique panoramic
2006 a visitors’ centre and a tourist infor- open to the public. You climb a spiralling view of the polders. You can see the port
mation centre were installed here, where stone stairway and higher up a spiralling of Zeebrugge, the Belgian coast and even
you can discover the history of the Mulle stairway in oakwood that dates back to the the Dutch islands by clear weather. And
family and the attractions of the city of 13th century. From the top of the tower, don’t forget to gaze at the three towers
Tielt. In short, an impressive site, char- you have splendid views of the town, the of Bruges. An adventure for the whole fa-
ming and magnificent! city walls and the Hinterland of Bruges. mily!
Ieperstraat 42-46, Tielt. (Map: J12) Kerkstraat, Damme. (Map: I4). Onder de Toren, Lissewege. (Map: H3)
+32 (0)51 42 82 55. www.tielt.be. Free. +32 (0)50 28 86 10. +32 (0)50 54 54 72. www.lissewege.be. € 1.
www.toerismedamme.be. € 1. Open from June to September or by ap-
Open during Easter holiday and May - pointment.
September.34 35
Local atmosphere
Do you feel like a typical dish of the Hinter-
land? The region has numerous gourmet
addresses, where you can taste the local
and homemade produce. These charming
spots are ideal ‘pit stops’ during your cycling
trip. You will find a small selection of typical
restaurants in our huge list below!
Oostmolensite
Oostmolensite: pleasant terrace next to a
windmill; Museum of the flandriens. Wa-
randestraat 29, Gistel. (Map: C7)
Bon appetit!
Bruges, the chocolate capital to unprecedented summits. It is in Bruges Michelin star-restaurants
- and nowhere else - that you will find the
The art city presents more than 50 pas- best chocolate. Don’t forget to visit Cho- The fact that Bruges qualifies as the centre
sionate chocolatiers and is an authentic co-Story, the Museum of chocolate. of world gastronomy is not a coincidence.
chocolate laboratory. In Bruges, you can The city and its Hinterland boast a wide
taste traditional homemade chocolate Choco-Story, Wijnzakstraat 2. (Map: H5) range of top notch restaurants where you
and enjoy very innovative chocolate crea- +32 (0)50 61 22 37 can enjoy delicious dishes. You will find an
tions. The presence of that great creativity www.choco-story.be. € 7 overview of Michelin-star restaurants and
takes the quality of the Bruges chocolate those listed in the Gault & Millau guide.36 37
De Zotte Mutse Pralifino
Bar-restaurant in the centre of the Bever- Handmade chocolate, workshops, Kid’s
hout forest with a pleasant terrace and a Chocolate Academy.
playgarden. Kasteelhoek 37, Beernem. Gistelsteenweg 222, Jabbeke (Map: F6)
(Map: J8)
Laurica
Specialist nursery for the cultivation of
superior quality bay leaves. (Map: F7)
Café De Drie Koningen
Authentic bar of 1785 with local speciali- Moutarde Wostyn
ties: ham, pâté and cherry pie. Kerkhof- A traditional mustard company since 1869
straat 17, Houtave (Zuienkerke) (Map: F5) with an authentic shop (Map: F10)
Poelberg
Terrace and Visitors’ centre in a former
school, panoramic views Poelberg 1, Tielt
(Map: J12)
Café De Hert
Kijkuit Het Mortierken Authentic pub filled to the rafters with
Taverna with a terrace and sports activi- Located in Meetkerke, one of the prettiest cyclism memorabilia. Dirk, the landlord,
ties: kayak, canoe, cycling Kijkuit 1, Beer- villages of the Hinterland of Bruges. Play- is a fanatical enthusiast of that sport.
nem. (Map: J8) garden. Dorpweg 88, Meetkerke (Zuien- Markt 9, Ichtegem. (Map: D9)
kerke) (Map: G4)
Estaminet Ter Spinde
Snacks, elaborate meals or drinks. Loca- Den Gouden Appel
ted along the Bruges-Ostend canal. Sta A goûter certainement
Typical little bar on the market square of
tionsstraat 174, Jabbeke. (Map: E6) Lichtervelde. Markt 12, Lichtervelde. (Map: De Soete Paepe
F11) Mustard Wostyn: a traditional mustard
Bistro Nieuwege company since 1869 with an authentic shop.
Terrace along the canal, the ideal break for De Keunepupe (Map: G3)
a bite to eat or a drink during your excursi- Bar-restaurant in the centre of the pro-
on in the region. Vaartdijk Noord 3, Varse- vincial domain ‘t Veld with simple but tas-
nare. (Map: F6) ty snacks. Playgarden.
Bloemgatstraat, Ardooie. (Map: H13)
De Radio
Authentic bar where you can drink local De Peerdekens
Urthel beer on tap. Brugessteenweg 105, Picturesque farm that proposes traditio-
Ruiselede. (Map: K10) nal dishes. Playgarden. (Map: I11)38 39
Tour of Flanders - Bruges
One of the major Flandrien classic races -
Each fourteenth Sunday of the year
Day of the cultural heritage - Bruges
Exhibitions, conferences and walks
around a central theme - Each first Sun-
day after the Easter holidays
Mary procession – Lissewege
Age-old procession in honour of the sta-
tue of Our Lady of Lissewege - The first
Sunday of May
Horse market - Torhout
The largest horse market in Belgium -
Events
Each last weekend of June
Concertgebouw Bruges Sand festival - Bruges
and markets
The largest flea market in Flanders -
Three times a year in July, August and
September
Summer in Ichtegem
Farmers’ market - Tielt Art exhibitions in romantic gardens - In
Regional farmers sell their fresh produce summer, each Saturday, Sunday and Mon-
You will certainly have fun at one of the events. Take part in walks - Every Saturday afternoon day
organised around a central theme, go to a festival or admire works of
Book market - Damme Saint Godelieve procession - Gistel
art at exhibitions in special places. We present the most interesting Discover the book you were looking for! - 1000 extras depict the Saint’s life - The
annual events and markets in chronological order. Every second Sunday of the month Sunday after 5 July40 41
Saint Godelieve procession - Gistel Horse market - Torhout Festival of light - Lissewege
Statues in the white village - Lissewege Festival of light - Lissewege Events in Bruges Events on the coast
Outdoor art exhibition in a medieval village Light decorations, musical atmosphere The city of Bruges organises numerous You will definitely have a good time on the
- In July, August and September and street theatre - The weekend after 15 events every year. On the day of the As- coast! Explore the region of Blankenber-
August from 9pm cension the Holy Blood procession goes ge on foot during the international wal-
MAfestival – Bruges and Lissewege through the historic centre and during king weekend or board an exceptional
Specialised old music festival - Beginning Open day of historical monuments the canal festival the past of the city is boat during Oostende voor Anker. And you
of August Buildings and places exceptionally open brought back to life too. Come dancing at can admire even more boats in Zeebrug-
their doors to the public - Each second Klinkers and the Cactus festival or taste ge during the Navy Days, the open day of
Artistic cycling trip - Zuienkerke Sunday of September a local beer at the beer festival and the the navy. In July, the giants parade in the
Art exhibitions along a circuit of 25km - In Tripel days. At Kookeet, 30 top chefs from streets of De Haan during the folkloric
August Winter walks - Damme Bruges invite you to discover a wide vari- festival of fishing navigation. Go to Knok-
Guided tours in the nature reserve ‘De ety of gastronomic gems. Or get on your ke-Heist for the international fireworks
International flea market - Oudenburg Oude Stadswallen’ - Each Sunday in De- bike and explore the city centre on car festival, the cartoon festival or the Kneis-
A 5 km long flea market - On 15 August cember and January free Sunday. The Concert house, a cent- tival. The city of Bredene organises the
re dedicated to music and the performing exotic Afro Carribean festival with world
arts, proposes artistic experiences in an music and a great atmosphere!
architectural masterpiece.42 43
Bruges, Accessibility
city listed in the World Heritage
By car:
www.brugge.be
A10 from Brussels
A11 from Antwerp
A17 from Kortrijk
Ghent,
a lively city with a vibrant past By train or bus?
www.visitgent.be Also consult the NMBS and De Lijn web-
sites for timetables and fares.
By plane?
The coast, The international Zaventem Brussels Air-
relax on the beach... port is only 1 hour away and has its own
www.lelittoral.be train station. Three trains per hour depart
to Bruges from there.
The Westhoek,
beyond the dunes and the sea...
www.toerismewesthoek.be
Colophon
The Lys region, Concept and coordination:
a timeless region Team Brugse Ommeland
www.toerisme-leiestreek.be Editing:
Delphine Eecloo and Evy Van Schoorisse
Lay-out:
Zeeland Flanders, Grafische Dienst
on the other side of the border Provincie West-Vlaanderen
www.vvvzeeland.nl Publisher:
Westtoer APB - WD/3029/2013/54
This brochure was realised in co-opera-
Meetjesland, tion with the Villages of the Hinterland of
Bruges. It was created with the greatest
rural and food region
In the region
care. The editor in charge cannot be held
www.meetjesland.be liable for errors, inaccuracies or changes
occurred in the meantime.44 45
Tourist information centres
THE GREEN OUTSKIRTS OF BRUGES THE COAST
Westtoer Tourist information centre Blankenberge
Koning Albert I-laan 120, 8200 Sint-Michiels Koning Leopold III-plein
Tel: +32 50 33 55 00 Tel: +32 50 41 22 27
info@brugseommeland.be toerisme@blankenberge.be
www.brugseommeland.be www.blankenberge.be
Provincial information centre Tolhuis Tourist information centre Bredene
Jan Van Eyckplein 2,8000 Bruges Kapelstraat 76
Tel: +32 800 20 021 Tel: +32 59 56 19 70
provincie@west-vlaanderen.be toerisme@bredene.be
www.west-vlaanderen.be/informatiecentrum www.uitinbredene.be
Information centre Bruges Tourist information centre De Haan
Markt 1 (Historium) Koninklijk Plein
’t Zand (Concert hall) Tel: +32 59 24 21 35
Stationsplein (Station) toerisme@dehaan.be
Tel: +32 50 44 46 46 www.dehaan.be/toerisme
toerisme@brugge.be
www.brugge.be Tourist information centre Knokke-Heist
Zeedijk - Knokke 660
Tourist information Tel: +32 50 63 03 80
centreandvisitors’ centre Damme toerisme@knokke-heist.be
Huyse de Grote Sterre www.knokke-heist.info
Jacob van Maerlantstraat 3
Tel: +32 50 28 86 10 Tourist information centre Ostend
toerisme@damme.be Monacoplein 2
www.toerismedamme.be Tel: +32 59 70 11 99
info@visitoostende.be
Tourist information www.visitoostende.be
centre and visitors’ centre Tielt
Ieperstraat 42-46 Tourist information centre Zeebrugge
Tel: +32 51 42 82 55 Zeedijk, Badengebouw
toerisme@tielt.be Tel: +32 50 44 46 46
www.tielt.be toerisme@brugge.be
www.brugge.be/zeebrugge
Tourist information centre Torhout
Ravenhofstraat 5
Tel: +32 50 22 07 70 Please consult the pages with the visitors’
toerisme@torhout.be centres and information points on our web-
www.toerismetorhout.be site www.brugseommeland.be/en46
a b c d e f g h i j k l
KNOKKE-
HEIST 1
Duinbergen
BLANKENBERGE Zeebrugge Ramskapelle Westkapelle 2
Zwankendamme
Uitkerke
Lissewege
Hoeke
3
DE HAAN Nieuwmunster
Oostkerke
Dudzele Lapscheure
BREDENE Vlissegem
ZUIENKERKE 4
DAMME
Klemskerke Meetkerke Moerkerke
Koolkerke
OOSTENDE Houtave
St.-Pieters Vivenkapelle
5
Stalhille
BRUGGE
St.-Kruis
Stene E40
E40
A10
A10 Abdijenroute
St.-Andries Assebroek
OUDENBURG Varsenare Sijsele
JABBEKE 6
Snaaskerke Ettelgem
E40
E40
St.-Michiels
A18
A18 Zerkegem Oedelem
Roksem
Moerbrugge
GISTEL Snellegem
Westkerke 7
Bekegem
GGr
Loppem
r
ooee
V heem
Vllooeetth mvveelldd BEERNEM
Zevekote
nnee
zzaate
te
6622
Eernegem
OOSTKAMP
ZEDELGEM E40
E40
Moere A10
A10 St.-Joris
Aartrijke 8
Waardamme
Veldegem
Hertsberge
Ruddervoorde 9
ICHTEGEM
Wildenburg
Wijnendale Balie brugge
TORHOUT WINGENE Doomkerke 10
E403
E403
RUISELEDE
Zwevezele
LICHTERVELDE
Schuiferskapelle 11
Egem Kanegem
Koolskamp TIELT Aarsele
PITTEM
12
ARDOOIE
13
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