Belgium

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 […]

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

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

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

There are not many places in Belgium that I haven’t visited before, but surprisingly Waasland was one of them. Why? This small region on the border with The Netherlands didn’t catch my attention before, until now. Little did I know that there were so many beautiful hiking trails, stunning natural landscapes, and amazing culinary experiences

The largest city in Belgium, Antwerp, is without a doubt a must-visit in this tiny country. The city is known for its stunning architecture, its diamond industry, and its role as a fashion capital, with many world-renowned designers hailing from the city. I recently explored Antwerp, but instead of hitting up all the main tourist

Known for its glowing hills, stunning valleys, and countless outdoor activities, the Ardennes is a great destination for a weekend away! Whether you’re exploring the Belgian, French, or Luxembourgish Ardennes, you’ll be astonished by its wonderful sights.  I recently spent a weekend in the Ardennes on the border of Belgium and Luxembourg, at Nutchel Cabins.

The small city of Mechelen, located in between the two largest cities of Belgium, Brussels, and Antwerp, can really be considered a (still) hidden gem. As most of the tourists flock to either Bruges, Ghent, Brussels or Antwerp, everyone seems to overlook the smaller Mechelen. It makes me wonder why, because Mechelen has it all:

Château de Walzin belongs to Belgium’s most jaw-dropping castles. Located high on a cliff, it speaks to anyone’s imagination and could easily feature in any fairytale. No wonder that Walzin Castle is often mentioned in a list of the most beautiful castles in Belgium! Adding up to the experience is that Walzin Castle is often

Are you tired of visiting the same old places in Belgium all over again? Or maybe you let a sigh by the thought of visiting all the typical tourist destinations in Belgium. Finding a unique spot to visit isn’t easy unless you know where to search! I’ve been discovering Belgium for several years now. Even