Inspiring itineraries

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Three friends are joyfully taking a selfie in front of a historic stone building with arched windows. They are smiling happily in sunny weather.
© Piet De Kersgieter
Are you ready to explore Flanders? Use these mapped itineraries and discover the highlights of vibrant cities such as Antwerp, Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, Mechelen and Leuven in 48 hours. Or explore a lovely destination such as Kortrijk. Unwind and enjoy the greenery of Limburg or the Zwin nature reserve along the coast. Explore Flanders at your pace and based on your interests.

Historic cities

Lose yourself in the rich history, historical heritage and vibrant, charming culture of the Flemish art cities. Stroll along medieval streets in Bruges, see where Flemish Master Rubens lived and worked in Antwerp and admire the world-famous Ghent Altarpiece. Discover bustling Brussels or the university city of Leuven and enjoy the family-friendly charm of Mechelen. Our routes take you past iconic buildings and monuments, top-quality museums, charming squares full of terraces and hidden beguinages. Enjoy each city's story.

Antwerp's Grote Markt features historic guildhalls and a statue in the foreground. People stroll on the cobblestone square under a blue sky.
2 days
Antwerp

48 hours in Antwerp, a grandiose experience

Time speeds by when you’re in Antwerp. There is so much to experience here, from Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens’s artistic legacy, the Railway Cathedral...
Kunstberg, Brussels
2 days
Brussels

48 hours in bustling Brussels

Lively busy Brussels. The capital of Europe, beer and chocolate. Home to numerous art treasures and monuments and the home base of Art Nouveau.
A picturesque canal in Bruges with medieval buildings and a tall tower in the background. A boat with tourists navigates the water under a cloudy sky.
©Pieter D'Hoop - www.pdsign.be
2 days
Bruges

48 hours in Bruges, a medieval romance

Bruges is the unofficial capital, medieval of romance, the entire city centre is listed as a UNESCO heritage site, the Flemish Primitives, 500 years of history.

Charming cities

Discover the welcoming charm of Flemish cities such as Kortrijk. Follow the mapped routes along historic lanes, local markets and cultural highlights. Sample local cuisine and sweet treats, admire Flemish masterpieces in the smaller museums, abbeys and churches, and enjoy hidden gems and well-known must-sees. Make the most of your trip with our tips.   

Mensen in een bootje varen met uitzicht op de twee Broeltorens in Kortrijk.
©Toerisme Leiestreek vzw

48 hours in Kortrijk

Discover Kortrijk: creative, authentic and innovative. Enjoy the most beautiful and interesting locations on foot, by bike or on a pleasant boat ride!
Hasselt (c) Visit Hasselt (8)
Hasselt (c) Visit Hasselt (8)
Visit Hasselt

48 hours in Hasselt

Discover Hasselt, city on the Demer, and enjoy jenever, speculaas, fashion and Limburg's wonderful hospitality during an unforgettable two-day excursion.
Iedereen Verdient Vakantie, Fotoshoot Lier 2018 47 © Robert Boons, Jacky Geboers en Geertrui Van Hauwaert
A group of people ride in a boat along a canal beneath a stone bridge decorated with flowers, with greenery and buildings in the background on a sunny day.
Robert Boons, Jacky Geboers en Geertrui Van Hauwaert

48 hours in Lier

Discover Lier, city of pleasure! Enjoy a boat trip on the river Nete, sip aperitifs on sunny terraces and stroll along the lovely lanes of the Lier Beguinage.
IEPER_Vestingen Ieper © Westtoer
The fortifications of Ypres have surrounded the Belgian city since the early Middle Ages. Aerial view of a medieval city with a river and dense greenery surrounding it. Red-roofed buildings and church spires dominate the landscape under a clear blue sky.
Westtoer

48 hours in Ypres

Visit the In Flanders Fields Museum, experience the Last Post at the Menin Gate and enjoy the hospitality of Ypres, in the heart of the Westhoek.
Doorkijkkerk
© Visit Limburg - P. Vande Ven

48 hours in Tongeren-Borgloon

Experience Tongeren-Borgloon on foot or by bike in 48 hours: from the Gallo-Roman Museum, and the Syrup Factory to the iconic see-through church in Haspengouw.
TurnhoutsVennengebieduitkijktoren©DavidSamynvoorFietsvakantiesinVlaanderen
A family of four, wearing summer clothes, stands on a wooden platform, overlooking a serene landscape with trees and a river, conveying tranquility.
David Samyn

48 hours in Turnhout

Explore Turnhout: walk or bike your way to the castle, beguinage and Taxandria Museum. Enjoy the tranquility of the Turnhout Fens area.

Flemish regions

Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, unwind and enjoy the beautiful natural landscapes and picturesque villages of Flanders? These itineraries will help you get started. Flanders is home to the world's longest tram route. Ride the coast tram from Knokke-Heist to De Panne. The Zwin nature reserve is a unique tidal area and a popular destination for migratory birds. Explore the cycling and hiking paradise of Limburg: along the water, heathland, woods and old mining terrils.  

Plan your trip to Flanders

With our AI travel guide, you can plan your perfect trip in just a few clicks. Do you love heritage, nature or adventure? Are you taking the whole family? Do you have specific care requirements? Whether you opt for traditional or hidden gems: you will always receive a unique programme to match your personal needs and pace. 

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Fietsen tussen de bloesems © Guy van Grinsven - Studiopress
Three middle-aged women biking uphill through green landscape.
Guy van Grinsven / Studiopress

Visit Flanders Fields, a place of remebrance

From 1914 to 1918, Flanders Fields was one of the most important battlefields in the First World War. The countryside and region still recall those dark days. These itineraries guide you through Flanders Fields in 48 hours.  

Rustic garden scene with vibrant red poppies swaying amidst rusty metal tools and lush greenery. Overcast sky adds a calm, nostalgic feel.
2 days
Flanders Fields

The general tour

The general tour takes you to the most important historical sights in Flanders Fields.
In Flanders Fields museum
2 days
Flanders Fields

The accessible tour

This tour gives you the opportunity to make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders Fields and focuses on places with high levels of accessibility.
HIPPOWAR Waregem 3 © HIPPO.WAR Waregem
Two children sit on saddles in a museum, listening to audio guides. Saddles hang on the wall, and a “Paardenshow” display is in the background.
HIPPO.WAR Waregem
2 days
Flanders Fields

The American tour

Make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders Fields. This tour focuses on sights of historical importance for American visitors.
Tyne Cot © Jan D'Hondt Ateljé D
© Jan D'Hondt Ateljé D
2 days
Flanders Fields

The Australian tour

This tour gives you the opportunity to make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders Fields and focuses on sights of historical importance for the Australian
Historic white building with large windows set against a blue sky. Foreground features lush gardens with vibrant red flowers, conveying serenity.
2 days
Flanders Fields

The British tour

This tour gives you the opportunity to make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders Fields and focuses on sights of historical importance for the British vis
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees, partially shaded. Sunlight dapples through the leaves, conveying a peaceful, natural setting.
© Jan D'Hondt Ateljé D
2 days
Flanders Fields

The Irish tour

This tour gives you the opportunity to make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders FIelds and focuses on sights of historical importance for the Irish visit
Brooding Soldier Flanders Fields © Paul Reed - licence to use until January 2028
Brooding Soldier Flanders Fields © Paul Reed - licence to use until January 2028
Paul Reed - licence to use until January 2028
2 days
Flanders Fields

The Canadian tour

This tour focuses on sights of historical importance for the Canadian visitor.
A serene cemetery scene with a grassy path lined by neatly arranged tombstones and colorful flowers. Tall trees lead to a distant cross under a cloudy sky.
2 days
Flanders Fields

The tour for New Zealanders

This tour gives you the opportunity to make the most of your 48 hour visit to Flanders Fields and focuses on sights of historical importance for the visitor.

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Kanaal Dessel - Turnhout - Schoten
Two people are cycling along the canal in Dessel, Turnhout, and Schoten on a sunny day.
Kris Jacobs

Flanders' Finest Cycle Routes

Discover Flanders’ many assets on these amazing cycle routes: surprising landscapes, heritage, art, gastronomy and much more besides.
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Two people walk along a winding path surrounded by lush green trees and bushes in a sunlit forest, evoking a peaceful and serene atmosphere.

Flanders' Finest Hiking Routes

Find your ideal hiking adventure in Flanders, wherever you're staying. Enjoy stunning landscapes dotted with heritage, art and gastronomy.
Deurnis: a cheerful and functional artwork by Jan Detavernier
(c)Philip Vanoutrive

Treinstappers from Grote Routepaden (GR)

Grote Routepaden’s Treinstappers guide you from one station to another. As you walk, you discover Flanders’ numerous hidden gems (including many green ones).