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A friendly and very well-run site, Camping Sandaya Parc la Clusure is highly recommended. Set in a river valley in the lovely wooded uplands of the Ardennes, known as the l’Homme Valley touring area, the site has around 500 large, marked, grassy pitches (around 250 for touring). All have access to electricity, cable TV and water taps, mostly in avenues off a central, tarmac road. There is some noise from the nearby railway. There is a very pleasant riverside walk; the river is shallow in summer and popular with children (caution in winter). The site’s heated swimming pool and children’s pool have a poolside bar and terrace. You will also find over 200 rental accommodations.
In a convenient location just off the A10 motorway and close to Bruges, this site is in two distinct areas divided by an access road. The main part of the site offers a lake with a marked off swimming area, a sandy beach, water slides and boating (no fishing). The touring section has 137 large pitches on flat grass separated by well trimmed hedges; all have electricity and access to water and drainage. Some leisure facilities for children are provided on this part of the site, along with a spacious bar and snack bar with takeaway (seasonal). The main site with all the privately owned mobile homes is closer to the lake, so has most of the amenities. These include the main reception building, restaurants, bar, minimarket, and sports facilities.
Escape to the heart of the Ardennes at Huttopia Vallée de la Semois Campsite. Located in the stunning Vallée de la Semois National Park, this idyllic retreat offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. Explore ancient forests, discover historic castles, or kayak along the crystal-clear Semois River. On-site, there are 180 pitches with 6-Amp electric hook-up points available. You can choose from various pitches, and many come with river views.
Floreal Het Veen can be found 20km—North of Antwerp in a woodland area with many activities to keep the whole family entertained whilst staying here. There are around 305 marked pitches (approximately 75 for touring units) on level grass, most with shade and 10A electricity (long leads in some places) and six hardstandings.
This attractive, quietly located holiday site has 494 shady pitches, of which 206 (all with 10A Europlug electricity) are for touring units. The site has a Mediterranean feel and is set on sandy soil among pine trees and rhododendrons and arranged around a large lake.
Aux Sources De Lescheret is a small natural campsite with modern facilities, situated in a beautiful natural park in the South Belgian Ardennes/Gaume at 18km from Bastogne. They feature lots of greenery and three spring lakes for swimming, playing and fishing during hot summer days. The site remains relatively quiet during busy periodsand has spacious pitches. A playground with a trampoline and table tennis are available for the children, and there are hundreds of kilometres of walking and cycling trails from the site and in the surrounding area. There is much to do within a 1-hour drive, including kayaking and climbing. Abbeys, castles, caves, churches and museums are nearby, as are day trips to France, Luxembourg or Germany. Wooden wigwams, tent houses, tents and retro caravans are available for rent.
Floreal Camping Colline de Rabais is a large site on a hilltop looking out over the surrounding wooded countryside. The Dutch owners offer a warm welcome and slowly improve the site while maintaining its relaxed atmosphere. There are around 220 touring pitches, all supplied with 16A electricity (some long leads needed), 46 mobile homes and bungalows to rent and a few tour operator tents. Various activities are organised throughout the summer months. An entertainment team keeps the children entertained during the day with games and creative crafts. In the evening, there are live shows and bingo.
Camping Hohenbusch is located in the Our valley on the edge of the Ardennes and 30 km. from the Grand Prix circuit at Spa-Francorchamps. This is a well equipped site with a swimming pool, restaurant and even a children’s petting zoo. There are grassy pitches which are a good size, all with 10-Amp (Europlug) electricity, water and drainage, with a number of smaller pitches available for hikers. Hohenbusch also boasts a number of luxury pitches which are 150 sq.m. and equipped with satellite TV connections. A few mobile homes are available to rent, as well as rooms in the main building.
Floreal le Festival is attractively located in the wide wooded valley of the River Ourthe and is open all year. There are 365 pitches of a good size, and hedges surround each. Seventy-five are for tourers, and all have electrical connections. The touring area is closest to the river and is more open. On-site amenities include a restaurant with a terrace offering traditional cuisine from March to October. This is where the evening entertainment is held for the whole family to enjoy this inclusive bingo and live shows.
Camping Oos Heem in the Ardennes region of Belgium is situated directly on the Vennbahn cycle track, 125 km of what was once the steam train route but which now offers an excellent way for cyclists to explore the region in the safety of a track not accessible to motor vehicles. The site is bordered by the forest, where action in both World Wars was intense and has much to offer the curious camper. The campsite is surrounded by undulating pine forests, being close to the highest peak in Belgium.
Heidestrand is a large family site of 30 hectares with a broad range of facilities. The site can be found north of Hasselt in the Flemish province of Limburg. There are over 600 seasonal pitches here and around 80 touring pitches, all with electricity and water. In the middle of the park, you will find a large shallow swimming lake with a sandy beach, perfect for those who want to build sand castles, take a cooling dip or enjoy a good book on the beach. This pond has been nominated as the best natural pond in Limburg.
Camping ’t Soete Dal is situated amongst mature trees, and is an oasis of tranquillity, nature and beauty. The Hoge Kampen area is ideally suited for cycling, walking and riding. There are some 400 pitches for mobile homes and just 30 touring pitches, all fully serviced. The site focuses on family camping where children are of paramount importance, and there is a varied summer programme for children under 12s, teenagers and adults. An entertainment programme runs during school holidays. a nearby gravel- and sand-edged lake offers opportunities for sailing.
The beautiful, pine-clad hills surrounding Camping Familial in every direction in which a visitor might care to look, makes it an ideal destination for those who want to walk or cycle along wooded tracks or specially built cycle tracks, away from traffic or built-up areas. The ‘Ravel’ track, running West to East passes within four kilometres of the campsite and offers the possibility to experience this most unspoiled landscape first-hand.
From a nearby hill, Château de Blier overlooks Camping le Val de l’Aisne, a large site attractively laid out around a 1.5-hectare lake in the Belgian Ardennes. The site has around 450 pitches, with 110 for touring units, on level ground and with 16A electricity. Tarmac roads circle the site, providing easy access. Trees provide some shade, although the site is fairly open, allowing views of the surrounding hills and the château.
Bredene-aan-Zee is a small resort close to Ostend. Camping Warande has mainly seasonal accommodation and is located to the east of the town and nearby naturist beach. There are 260 pitches, 50 for touring units which are grassy and generally without shade. All pitches have 10A electricity, water, drainage and cable TV connections. On-site amenities include a well stocked supermarket and two play areas for children. The principal toilet block is centrally located a small charge is made for hot showers. Bredene is famous for its long, sandy beach and renowned water quality. The site offers easy access to the town’s amenities and has two children’s play areas. Around Bredene there are miles of cycle tracks through the timeless countryside of the polders.
La Semois is an attractive family site, located on the banks of the Semois river in the south of the Belgian Ardennes. This is a tranquil spot and an ideal base for walking, mountain biking and canoeing. The 110 touring pitches are grassy with good shade, but not always level. They are unmarked, but all have 10A electricity. Motorised vehicles are parked at the site entrance to create a tranquil and safe environment. A shallow brook runs through the site and forms a popular play area for children, along with a well equipped playground. The site is most suited to tents and small motorhomes as the entry road is narrow and steep.
Located on the green slopes of a south-facing hillside with extensive views across the countryside, Camping De Durnal - Le Pommier Rustique is in a splendid natural environment at the head of the picturesque Bocq Valley. Although it is a quiet, secluded place it is only 3 km. from the Brussels-Luxembourg motorway. There are pods and static caravans for hire, and for touring units there are marked pitches from 60-100 sq.m. with services, including 10A electricity.
Camping Anderegg is an attractive, family-owned site in the village of Bruyeres in the Belgian Ardennes, close to the picturesque towns of Malmedy and Waimes. The grassy touring pitches (80-100sqm) are well laid out, separated by low hedges, and have 6A electricity. Trees shade some, others more open. A shallow, unfenced stream runs through the site, where children can play under supervision. There are miles of cycle routes in the area including the RAVeL Routes, extending 150 km along the former railway road and mountain. Electric bikes are available for hire locally, and the owners can provide maps with cycling and walking trails. Up to 4 dogs are allowed per pitch. This lovely, rural site is ideal for families who enjoy the great outdoors.
This pleasant, typically Flemish site is situated alongside the River Ourthe and is a pretty base for exploring the Belgian Ardennes. The campsite has around 120 level grassy touring pitches, is numbered, and has 10A electricity (long leads required). This site is also very popular with locals and has around 100 permanent pitches. There are many activities to keep you occupied whilst staying at this site; during the summer, there are themed dinners and live shows held at the on-site restaurant. Here, you can try regional dishes or have a lighter snack at the Le Chalet snack bar.
De Lombarde is a spacious, good value holiday site between Lombardsijde and the coast. It has a pleasant atmosphere and modern buildings. The 380 pitches are set out in level, grassy bays surrounded by shrubs, all with 16A electricity, long leads may be needed. Vehicles are parked in separate car parks. There are many seasonal units and 21 holiday homes, leaving 173 touring pitches. There is a range of activities and an entertainment programme in season. This is a popular holiday area and the site becomes full at peak times. A pleasant stroll of one kilometre takes you into Lombardsijde. There is a tram service from near the site entrance to the town and the beach.
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Belgium
A small country divided into three regions, Flanders in the north, Wallonia in the south and Brussels, the capital. Belgium is rich in scenic countryside, culture and history, notably the great forest of Ardennes, the historic cities of Bruges and Ghent and the western coastline with its sandy beaches.
Belgium offers some of Europe’s most picturesque scenery: ancient towns, unspoilt countryside, forested hills. And, yes, there is plenty of beer, waffles and chocolate, which in Belgium all count as ‘cultural interest’. Not to mention its comic book heritage (think Tintin but also a whole lot more, on an industrial scale).
Belgium is a great base from which to explore the medieval towns, the charming byways and the big-name historical sites like Waterloo and the monuments of World War One.
Above all, it’s a place to linger and get to know. All too often, tourists pass through, hurrying on their way north to the Netherlands and beyond or south into France. Belgium deserves more attention than that, and those who do linger and explore will be rewarded with superb landscapes and uncrowded hot spots.
FLANDERS
Flanders
Dutch-speaking Flanders is largely flat like the neighbouring Netherlands and is studded by three of Belgium’s most famous cities.
Antwerp is home to the dramatic Renaissance Town Hall, the stunning 16th century Grote Markt (Market Square) and the huge port. It is also the world’s epicentre of diamond trading and cutting.
Bruges with its network of canals and especially its famous 83m Belfort Tower, dating from 1240, is another historic Belgian jewel. The magnificent market square and cloth hall (Lakenhalle) are must-see places. Quite simply, Bruges is Europe’s best preserved medieval city, a labyrinth of cobbled streets linking wide open squares and crisscrossed by a network of willow-lined canals.
Aside from the museums and galleries, there are the obvious delights of the famous Bruges chocolate shops. In times past Ghent was the 4th largest city in Europe. Plenty of historic buildings remain including the 12th century Castle of the Counts, complete with crenellated towers, moat and a dungeon. Among its remarkably well preserved medieval architectural gems are St Bravo’s cathedral, with origins dating back to 942 and artwork by van Eyck and Rubens.
The safe, sandy beaches on the west coast run for forty miles. The cosmopolitan resort of Ostend with its yacht basin and harbour offers year-round attractions including a carnival weekend and a Christmas market, as well as myriad seafood restaurants.
WALLONIA
Wallonia
French-speaking Wallonia is the picturesque southern region that incorporates rustic villages nestled in the undulating verdant countryside.
Popular with nature lovers and walkers who enjoy exploring the many castles and forts, the Belgian Ardennes are a major attraction for walkers and outdoors enthusiasts. Here the landscape is interlaced with rivers for kayaking, underground caves for exploring and handy slopes for occasional skiing in the whitest of winters.
Durbuy is one of the most beautiful villages in the Ardennes – it’s like stepping back in time as you stroll the 14th-century streets around the castle, pausing to admire the tiny brewery and Europe’s largest topiary garden.
The safe, sandy beaches on the west coast run for more than sixty kilometres. Here lies Ostend, a popular seaside resort with an eight kilometre long beach and a promenade coupled with a bustling harbour and shops.
Wallonia’s wild and wooded Ardennes region stretches down into Luxembourg and is a lovely quiet corner with a sprinkling of country towns. One of the most appealing of these is Chimay, which has a ruined medieval castle and nature reserve nearby. Medieval Tournai and Mons, with its magnificent central square and a fascinating medieval quarter, are historical gems worthy of a visit.
The dramatic fortress town of Namur is the region’s capital, at the head of the rivers Meuse and Sambre.
BRUSSELS
Brussels
Brussels is at the very heart of Europe and doubles as the capital of the European Union. A multi-cultural and multi-lingual city full of remarkable monuments, interesting museums and highly acclaimed restaurants. There’s a host of world-class sites. The Grande Place is sometimes referred to as the most beautiful square in the world – its Gothic town hall is stunning. The Royal Palace is bigger than Buckingham Palace. The Law Courts – inspired by the temples of ancient Egypt. The European Parliament is huge and reeks of a big budget ‘grand projet’ - the scene of so much European legislation.
BATTLEFIELDS
Battlefields
Waterloo - Just 18km south of Brussels, Waterloo was the scene of Napoleon’s defeat by the Duke of Wellington and the Prussians on 18 June 1815. There are plenty of museums but little of tangible evidence remains. The 40m high Lion’s Mound was created shortly after the battle as a memorial.
Ypres - This was the scene of some of the bloodiest fighting during the Great War 1914-1918. The city was virtually destroyed with 300,000 Allied soldiers killed preventing the Germans reaching the strategically important port of Calais. The Cloth Hall was rebuilt and today houses the In Flanders Fields Museum.
BELGIAN BEER
Belgian beer
One essential while camping in Belgium is a cold Belgian beer. Whether you sample this delight over lunch or after a long day exploring, whether you choose a blonde ale or a Flemish red, it’s one of the simple pleasures you mustn’t miss. There are at least 1,100 so stop in a local café to taste a beer or two and watch the world go by.
BEGIAN CUISINE
Belgian cuisine
Belgian cuisine is a diverse mix of influences from its neighboring countries, France, Germany, and the Netherlands, as well as its own unique regional traditions. It is known for its hearty dishes, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, as well as its delicious desserts and chocolates.
One of the most iconic Belgian dishes is moules frites, or mussels with fries. This simple but delicious dish is made with fresh mussels, cooked in a variety of ways, and served with a side of crispy, double-fried fries. It is a popular dish all over Belgium, and can be found at most restaurants and cafes.
Another Belgian classic is flemish stew, a hearty stew made with beef, onions, beer, and herbs. It is typically served with a side of bread or fries.
Other popular Belgian dishes include:
- Waterzooi: A creamy stew made with chicken or fish, vegetables, and herbs.
- Stoemp: A mashed potato dish with various additions, such as sausage, onions, or carrots.
- Carbonnade flamande: A beef stew made with beer and onions.
- Chicons au gratin: Belgian endives wrapped in ham and béchamel sauce, and baked in the oven.
- Boulets à la liégeoise: Meatballs made with pork, beef, and onions, and served with a sweet and sour sauce.
- Waffles: Belgian waffles are light and fluffy, and can be eaten sweet or savory. They are often served with fresh fruit, chocolate, or whipped cream.
Belgium is also known for its delicious chocolate. There are many chocolatiers in Belgium, each with their own unique recipes. Some of the most popular Belgian chocolates include pralines, truffles, and chocolate bars. With 220,000 tonnes produced annually, Belgians have a sweet tooth.
BELGIUM AT A GLANCE
Belgium at a glance
Capital: Brussels
Population: 11 million
Climate: Temperate climate similar to Britain.
Language: There are three official languages. French is spoken in the south, Flemish in the north, and German is the predominant language in the eastern provinces.
Telephone: The country code is 00 32.
Currency: The Euro (€).
Banks: Mon-Fri 09.00-15.30. Some banks open Sat 09.00-12.00.
Shops: Mon-Sat 09.00-17.30/18.00 – later on Thurs/Fri; closed Sundays.
Public Holidays:
- 1 January: New Year’s Day
- Easter Monday, Ascension Day (40 days after Easter), Whit Monday – the seventh Monday after Easter, also known as Pentecost Monday
- 1 May: Labor Day
- 21 July: Belgium National Day (Belgian Independence Day) – commemorates the day Leopold I took the constitutional oath as the first King of Belgium in 1831
- 15 August: Assumption Day (Assumption of Mary)
- 1 November: All Saints’ Day – the following day is not a public holiday
- 11 November: Armistice Day
- 25 December: Christmas Day
Motoring: For cars with a caravan or trailer, motorways are toll-free except for the Liefenshoek Tunnel in Antwerp. The maximum permitted overall length of a vehicle/trailer or caravan combination is 18 m. Blue Zone parking areas exist in Brussels, Ostend, Bruges, Liège, Antwerp and Gent. Parking discs can be obtained from police stations, garages, and some shops.