Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
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The railroad used to travel to many corners of the world, carrying people and freight. But what happens with the tracks when they are no longer used? We went to visit Railbike.be in Leykaul, Belgium to find out one alternative.
The transparent church in Borgloon / Belgium (by Count Rushmore).
Spread the loveWednesday, January 27, 2021In western Europe, there is a very small country known as Belgium. This country is full packed with history. Belgium is a place where Napoleon met with his waterloo and the result of these was shown in world war I & II. Because of the very small country, therefore tourists...
Choosing a destination for a weekend is never easy, especially when you live in Europe. This time we chose the small town of Ghent in Belgium, which is less touristic than Bruges or Brussels. A decision we have not regretted.
Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
Near Venice Corner in the medieval town Bruge, Belgium, you find this beautiful view. Along with Amsterdam it's called the Venice of the north and it really is. Photo by Jacob Surland, www.caughtinpixels.com
The most beautiful castles in Belgium and how to make the most out of your visit! Belgium has over 3000 fairytale castles.
From the lush Ardennes to its beautiful cities to its penchant for exceptional cuisine, these are the best things to do in Belgium's Wallonia region.
Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
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Known as the 'Venice of the North' thanks to its canals, medieval Bruges is also a UNESCO site. Here's how to make the most of a day trip to Bruges.
Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
A visit to the beautiful city of Ghent, Flanders. Discover Ghent’s fascinating history & striking architecture & take an evening stroll along the illuminated Graslei.
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Going to Belgium? The colorful, charming town of Ghent should definitely be on your must-see list. Here are the best things to do in Ghent Belgium:
Explore Bruges by walking around town, taking a horse carriage ride, a canal boat tour or by taking a bike tour. We decided to discover Bruges by taking all these options and each one left us with a unique and memorable experience.
Visit the medieval city of Ghent, Flanders. Explore Ghent’s historic streets, visit The Mystic Lamb and Gravensteen and enjoy an evening stroll along the quay at Graslei.
Bruges vs. Ghent - Here you cannot only find the most beautiful sights of each Belgian town but also a detailed comparison between them.
Before moving to the United States, I went on a trip around Belgium - my country of birth - and visited nearly all towns and cities that are worth visiting. I went into museums, strolled through parks and biked around the countryside. My tour of Belgium took me to all corners of Flanders, the Dutch-speaking part of the country, and to all highlights in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. From castles and historic guild houses to rivers and canals, I've photographed it all. The twenty-five pictures below are my favorite ones. Enjoy!
Bruges has a glorious past. Grasp it thanks to this brief article to appreciate one of Europe’s cutest cities better!
There's an alternative and quirky side to Ghent to discover. Here's your guide to the best of hidden gems, unusual things to do, and secret spots in Ghent!
Things to do in Dinant Belgium. Visit citadel Dinant, Meuse river, Notre dame & more. Use this guide to plan a weekend or day trip from Brussels to Dinant.
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Gent (Frans: Gand) is de hoofdstad van de Belgische provincie Oost-Vlaanderen
An itinerary for a self-drive tour of the WW1 battlefields of the Western Front in Belgium - touring the battlefields of World War 1 near Ypres/Ieper.
Discover 11 underrated European destinations that should feature on your bucket list.
The densely populated area of Belgium is seeing a mini-boom in model of farming where growers sell direct to consumers
Planning a trip to Belgium and debating whether you should visit Bruges or Ghent? Or possibly you just want to know where you should allocate more time. I had the same dilemma when researching my trip. Luckily, I was able to visit both Bruges and Ghent. I'll take you through what each city has to offer and which might be best for you! #brugge #gent #belgium #europe
Opened to the public for only 3 weeks a year, the flower-filled Royal Greenhouses of Laeken are definitely something to put on your Brussels bucket list. Find everything you need to know for your visit here.
PLEASE, NO invitations or self promotions, THEY WILL BE DELETED. My photos are FREE to use, just give me credit and it would be nice if you let me know, thanks. One of the oldest restaurants in Bruges, Gruuthusehof. In 1751 it was and still is a magnet for tourists and Bruges with a healthy appetite. Gruuthusehof is at a historic crossroads in Bruges. I did not eat there.
