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Flanders. A region packed with history, heritage and arts. The cradle of cycling and the breeding ground for an unparalleled culinary culture. A region in the heart of Europe, with an inexhaustible wealth of natural beauty interspersed with historic castles and gardens. A place full of stories that stretch back centuries, thanks to our pioneering craftsmanship. Welcome to Flanders, where you will be welcomed with open arms.
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In the heart of Europe

Flanders, Belgium’s northern region, is located in the heart of Europe. It’s known for its chocolate, fries and beer, and has been praised worldwide for its impressive heritage and the progressive craftsmanship of its master painters and their descendants.

Flanders may be modest in size, but that's exactly why it's wonderful to discover by bicycle, for example. Discover the gems of heritage in their green, natural regions. Flanders is also perfect for exploring cities such as Antwerp, Bruges, Brussels, Ghent, Leuven and Mechelen. A multitude of arts, heritage, gastronomy and other highlights at just a stone's throw from each other.

Discover all the wonderful things Flanders has to offer

Ronde van Vlaanderen

This Monument of cycling has already given the world over 100 editions of hills and cobblestones, weather and wind, history and heroism. Nowhere is the magic of the bicycle as tangible as it was during Flanders’ Finest. Experience it along one of its grand hills or cobblestone stretches. Join us for the most beautiful of all Sundays. Be sure to note it on your calendar. 2 April 2023: Do not disturb. Long live the Ronde van Vlaanderen!

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Koppenberg surroundings

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Grote Markt Antwerp
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.

Arts and heritage

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Ensor - Collectie KMSKA
KMSKA

Ensor2024

2024, it will be 75 years since the passing of James Ensor. Whe celebrating the life of this renowned Flemish Master with exhibitions, activities, events.
The Port house - Havenhuis ©Havenbedrijf Antwerpen - Peter Knoop
©Havenbedrijf Antwerpen - Peter Knoop
Arts & heritage

Heritage, but not as you know it

Churches and cathedrals, artistic masterpieces and our unparalleled beer culture... Flanders has plenty of treasures that are famous the world over.

Discover nature in Flanders

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National Park Hoge Kempen - (c) Regionaal Landschap Kempen en Maasland vzw
(c) Regionaal Landschap Kempen en Maasland vzw
Nature

Hoge Kempen National Park: a hike in five vlogs

12,000 hectares nature. From extensive pine forests to purple flowering heathland, from sandy dunes and large lakes to high peaks that give you a stunning view.
nature in Flanders

In Flanders Fields

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Culinary treats and Belgian Beer

Fietsvakantie in Vlaanderen (bierroute)
©David Samyn

Belgian Beer

The combination of a beer tradition stretching back over centuries and the passion displayed by today’s brewers have made Belgium the home of exceptional beers.
Frietjes Fries

Fries

Crispy, golden fries: they’re our national pride. Did you know that Belgium has more dan 4.600 fries stands?
Brussels Chocolate

Belgian chocolate

Belgian chocolate is famous and appreciated the world over for its excellent quality and flavor. Discover the multiple aspects of Belgian Chocolate.
culinair Flanders

Cycling

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Recreatief fietsen Begijnhof Diest
©David Samyn in opdracht van Fietsvakanties in Vlaanderen

Cycling in Flanders

Flanders is a region that provides you with a great, all-round cycling holiday.