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The 10 Best Christmas Markets in Belgium to Visit This Winter

Starting in late November, Christmas markets suddenly pop up all over Belgium like mushrooms! Streets are adorned with thousands of tiny lights, stalls offer glühwein and sweets, and local vendors showcase their handcrafted goods… it’s all part of the fantastic end-of-year atmosphere. Every Belgian city and town has its own festivities, but which Christmas market […]

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The 3 Best Hikes in Müllerthal Luxembourg

Luxembourg

The most beautiful hiking region near Belgium? It has to be Müllerthal in Luxembourg! With its impressive rock formations, challenging forest trails, and towering cliffs, it’s a true paradise for hikers. The region is aptly nicknamed “Little Switzerland”! It’s known for its 112 km long Müllerthal Trail – a classic – but did you know

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Hiking from Echternach to Berdorf Along the Perekop: The E1 Trail

Luxembourg

Still looking for a great hike from Echternach? The E1 trail should definitely be on your list! This hike takes you in a loop from Echternach to Berdorf and back, showcasing several highlights of the Müllerthal region, including the Perekop, the Huel Lee caves, and the cliffs of Gorges du Loup. Find 13.5 km a

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The Most Beautiful Berdorf Hike: B2 Trail in Müllerthal

Luxembourg

The local B2 trail in Berdorf was the first hike I ever did in Müllerthal, and it remains the most stunning one I’ve experienced in Luxembourg! At just 4 km, this route is accessible to everyone but also takes you past the most impressive rock formations in the region. Interested? Read on! Practical Information: Duration:

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Schiessentümpel waterfall Hike in Luxembourg Müllerthal: Route W7

Luxembourg

If you’re taking a trip to Luxembourg, you simply must visit Müllerthal. This region is known for its many valleys and cliffs with stunning rock formations – a true paradise for hikers and walkers! One of the most beautiful trails in Müllerthal is undoubtedly Route W7. This path takes you past the famous Schiessentümpel waterfall

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Weekend in North Brabant: back to nature at KampinaStaete

The Netherlands

Spending a weekend in the middle of nature, imagine waking up to the sound of birds chirping, with a freshly made breakfast basket waiting for you, and the smell of morning dew covering the grass like a cozy blanket. You can experience all of this much closer to home than you think! Right across the

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Weekend in Freiburg Im Breisgau: Germany’s Warmest City

Germany

I recently paid a visit to Freiburg Im Breisgau. Never heard of it? This student city sits on the edge of the Black Forest and serves as the perfect hub for both cultural activities and exploring the surrounding nature. Freiburg seamlessly combines traditional German architecture with the stunning vistas of the Black Forest, all with

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Hiking in the Lommel Sahara: Belgium’s Only Desert

Belgium

The sun’s out, the birds are chirping, and the temperatures are slowly climbing back up. The perfect time to lace up my hiking boots again! This time, I’m heading to Lommel to try out a hiking trail in the Lommel Sahara! Lommel… what? Yep, you heard it right — the one and only desert of

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Best things to do in Charleroi: a weekend getaway in the Black Land

Belgium

Recently, I got an invite from the tourist office of Wallonia to check out Charleroi. And why not? I mostly knew the city for its industrial past and coal mines, but a city trip… never crossed my mind! So, I was incredibly curious to visit the city but also a tad worried. What if a

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Where to go Skiing in Belgium: best indoor & outdoor slopes

Belgium

As winter arrives, ski enthusiasts seek the thrill of gliding down snow-covered slopes, experiencing the joy of winter sports. Many of them seek out the steep slopes in the French, Austrian or Swiss Alps. But what if you don’t have the time, or budget to travel that far? Surprisingly, Belgium offers quite some opportunities to

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