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Provincial Domain Kemmelberg
The purchase in 1995 of 21 hectares of woodland on the summit of the Kemmelberg (Mount Kemmel) marked the first step in the creation of a new provincial domain. In the following years, the...
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Visitors Centre 'Het Heuvelland'
Start your visit to Heuvelland in the child-friendly visitors' centre, where the landscape surrounding Mount Kemmel is explained. A wide selection of evocative images and tailor-made tourist...
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Permanent Exhibition 'Landscape and war: 1914-1918'
This exhibition explains in an easy-to-understand manner the influence of the hills of Heuvelland on the course of the First World War. The traces of the war that you can still discover in the...
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Landart
At two sites in Heuvelland you can find rest areas with land art and other natural play elements. Ideal for a break during your exploration of our region.
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Nature reserve Eeuwenhout and Douvevallei
Heuvelland is home to a rich diversity of vegetation and wildlife. This nature reserve is situated between Loker and Dranouter. Different signposted walks guide you through the reserve.
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Hellebeek Nature reserve
The Hellebeek nature reserve covers an area of some 8 hectares in Loker (one of the municipalities in Heuvelland). It is owned and managed by Natuurpunt and consists primarily of wet and dry...
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Explore the Heuvellab
Take a selfie in our castle corner; make the mechanism for a mill; piece together a Roman mosaic; put on your archaeologist's helmet to search for the remains of our prehistoric past. Once you have...
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Peace
Silent witnesses in stone, earth and wood. Heuvelland has hundreds of them. Memories of three world conflicts, but also reminders of the many wars that still rage today. Something to stop and think...
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Bayernwald (Bayern Wood)
This unique German site is located between the villages of Wijtschate and Voormezele. The site consists of two mine galleries, a mine shaft, a trench system and five bunkers. It is accessed via a...
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Nature reserve Sulferberg
Nature reserve De Sulferberg is situated between the border region of Westouter and Reningelst. This fairly recent nature reserve (1980) consists of a spring forest and meadows. You can visit the...
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Breemeersen nature reserve
The Breemeersen is a nature reserve of outstanding natural beauty, covering some 26 hectares in Nieuwkerke (one of the municipalities of Heuvelland). It is owned and managed by Natuurpunt and...
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Broekelzen Nature Reserve
The Broekelzen nature reserve consists of mixed fontinal wood, surrounded by adjoining meadows and fields. The wetter areas are an ideal habitat for marsh marigolds and oxlip, while wood anemones...
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Command Bunker Kemmel
The Kemmel command bunker was built in the early 1950s, when the Cold War was in full swing. Belgium and its allies saw it as a coordination centre for Western Europe’s air defence. It remained...
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Panoramic view Hollemeersch
The terrace of De Hollemeersch has a wonderful view over the vilages of Heuvelland. You can reach the restaurant by the road to have a drink on the terrace but also by the Heuvelland walking...
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Heuvelland Walking Network
Welcome to Heuvelland, a hiking paradise! Holloways and hidden passages snake up the wooded hill sides. Logging trails traverse marshlands and church lanes criss-cross charming villages. You can...
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Visitors Centre 'Het Heuvelland'
Start your visit to Heuvelland in the child-friendly visitors' centre, where the landscape surrounding Mount Kemmel is explained. A wide selection of evocative images and tailor-made tourist...
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Heuvelland Vintage Cycling Route
The Heuvelland Vintage Cycling Route takes you along ten wineries. Waymarks, in the shape of wine bottles, provide information about each place. The wine can be sampled at the wineries or in local...
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A stone's throw from Heuvelland
Heuvelland is a perfect – and peaceful – base for exploring the wider Westhoek region and northern France. The Heuvelland map gives you an overview of our region and the roads to neighboring...
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Picnics
Good food, great company and amazing scenery. Enjoy one of our unique farmyard picnic hampers: 100% West Flanders, packed with local and freshly-made delicacies. Beautifully sited picnic zones set...
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Sports Cycling in Heuvelland
In the otherwise flat landscape of the beautiful Westhoek, the hills of Heuvelland quite literally stand out. The Kemmelberg is perhaps the best known, but several others also offer a serious...
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Outside Travel - Heuvelland
Outside Travel is a specialist in outdoor activities, such as high ropes, quad, paintball, mountain-biking, lasershooting, teambuilding activities, for groups, companies, etc.
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Heuvelland Map
The Heuvelland map gives you an overview of our region and the roads to neighboring municipalities. It also shows all the main sites of interest, vineyards, hills, public woods, etc.
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Hill Route - 116 km
You are a practiced cyclist and are looking for an tough training challenge? We can offer you three great - and very hilly - alternatives. The Heuvelland Hill Route will take you up and down 40...
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Westhoek Trio
Discover the medieval splendour of Ypres. Wander through the lush green hills and dales of Heuvelland. Explore the hop fields between Poperinge and the French border. If you prefer to travel...
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Vineyard Monteberg
In 1996, some 600 vines were planted on the southern slopes of the Monteberg and the Kemmelberg as a trial to see if the region and its terroir were suitable for wine-growing. It quickly became...
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Vineyard Zavelaar
Timber merchant Stefaan Decadt, is passionate about wine. This inspired him to begin with his own vineyard in Heuvelland. On this 1 ha of land, he planted mainly early ripening grape varieties,...
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Life at the Front
This scenic drive explores the front between Poperinge and Heuvelland. Get to know the history of the city behind the front line (Poperinge), the Battle of the Kemmelberg and the Battle of Messines...
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Vinke
Restaurant Vinke, in the centre of the village of Westouter, is the latest venture of the 'Tout à fait Sophie' catering company. It is a fine dining venue (with an event space) in the heart of...
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Cordoba Chair Lift
Heuvelland has magical views and fabulous vistas by the dozen. But how does it look from the air? A cable car ride - the only one in Flanders - is the perfect way to find out. In 1957, a team of...
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Grote Goesting Cycling route or circuit
This cycling route - the name means something like 'huge appetite' - not only passes through beautiful countryside, packed with breathtaking views, but will also lead you to all the tastiest...
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Brasserie Den Heksestoel
People who like traditional-style bars and restaurants will just love Den Heksestoel. A creaky wooden floor, rustic furniture, an impressive old bar counter, authentic decoration, a cracking wood...
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't Zwaluwnest Estate
‘t Zwaluwnest Farm and Bed & Breakfast is situated on the fringes of the rural village of De Klijte, the smallest of the sub- municipalities of Heuvelland. The farm has a truly wonderful location,...
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Documentary Zero Hour
Prepare your visit to Bayernwald, the Pool of Peace or other WWI sites in Heuvelland by watching the documentary 'Zero hour' in advance. 'Zero hour' is about the underground warfare in the region....
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Cycle network 'Leievallei & Frans-Vlaamse Heuvels'
The border between France and Belgium has been known for many centuries as 'De Schreve', which literally means 'the line'. It is, in fact, the dividing line between French Flanders and West...
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Explore the Heuvellab
Take a selfie in our castle corner; make the mechanism for a mill; piece together a Roman mosaic; put on your archaeologist's helmet to search for the remains of our prehistoric past. Once you have...
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The Silence Path
Do you want to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to leave behind the non-stop flood of e-mails and text messages, to hit the pause button and just be yourself, even if only for a...
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VDB route - 76 km
This 76 km trajectory is a tribute to the late Frank Vandenbroucke and follows his favourite training route through the rolling landscape of Heuvelland.
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De Vallei Estate
In 2010 Jacques and Annie planted their vineyard. This is situated on half a hectare of sand-loam ground with a gentle west facing slope on the south side of a valley near the village of Westouter....
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Klein Rijselhoek Estate
After first planting a trial vineyard, in 2009 Peter Vandamme was able to start as a wine-grower in the Heuvelland BOB region. His 1-hectare plot is situated at the foot of the Rodeberg on a steep...
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Golfkar Westhoek
Looking for a unique way to explore Heuvelland and its surroundings? Hire an electric golf cart with GPS and route book to enjoy beautiful views, nice spots and sights. The carts are whisper quiet,...
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Bayernwald
Through the eyes of the enemy: Bayernwald trenches. The Germans captured this 40 metre-high strategic location in 1914 and turned it into an impregnable fortress, which they held until the summer...
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Cycle Route 'Gent-Wevelgem Challenge'
The course of Gent-Wevelgem in Flanders Fields conquers the main slopes of the cycling classic 'Gent-Wevelgem'. On the programme: 56 kilometres of suffering, 3 infamous plugstreets (semi-hardened...
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Circus 157
'Circus 157' was the code name for the air raid on Lille on 5 May 1942. 3:30 in the afternoon, an air battle between British Spitfires and German Focke-Wulfs broke out over the Heuvelland...
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In Flanders Trails
Step into the beauty of Heuvelland by following In Flanders Trails: a unique series of picturesque routes through magnificent countryside that will appeal to all lovers of sport and nature. This...
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Cense de l' Alouette
The name ‘Cense de l’Alouette’ appeared on the Ferraris maps of 1771. The ridge is part of the Tielt Formation, a dune mound that was formed around 50 million years ago. Lying in the shadow of the...
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De Klankmakerij
The perfect base for your visit to Heuvelland? The Klankmakerij (Sound Factory)! While following this indoor route with sound games and do-tasks, teams compete against each other. As you work your...
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Ravenstein Estate
Ravenstein is a former glory. In 1450 it was under the management of Adolf van Kleef, lord of Ravenstein and Wijnendale. Ravenstein Estate started in 2017, with the planting of 2,5 ha of vineyard,...
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Cycling network map Westhoek
We cycle between vineyards and tranquil, green spaces, between hills and picturesque villages, between traditional brown cafes and lively meeting places.De Heuvelland cycle route is both an...
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Wine Estate Entre-Deux-Monts
The Belgian wine estate Entre-Deux-Monts is situated on the beautifully rolling slopes between the Rodeberg and the Zwarteberg, right in the heart of Heuvelland. Located on the intersection between...
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De Linde
REMEMBRANCE PARTNER FLANDERS FIELDS In B&B De Linde, surrounded by woodland copses and lush green fields,you can relax and recharge your batteries. You can chose from three comfortable rooms (2, 3...
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Homeland of Cycling Welcome point
Start your cycle tour through Heuvelland at the cycle welcome point in Kemmel. With a prior reservation, you can also make free use of a locker and shower, as well as storing your bike in complete...
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Panorama route 34 km
Heuvelland! The land of hills… although we call them mountains: The Red Mountain, the Black Mountain, the Scherpenberg and Mount Kemmel. In the flat Flemish landscape close to the French border,...
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Wandelaar
Bed & breakfast in Heuvelland. We want to introduce you to all the good country life has to offer: nature, tranquility, cosiness, hospitality...
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Sporttrack
From simple pleasure to active teambuilding, from original birthday party to well-organized business event, from gently floating on the lake to tandeming through Heuvelland at high speed, from...
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Hill Route - long distance cycling route 459 km
Starting in Poperinge, this route follows the undulating southern border of Flanders as far as the Voer region in Limburg, passing Brussels on the way. The trajectory will also take you through...
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De Velomoaker
Repairs and maintenance of your bicycle Sale of electric and regular bikes, mountain bikes, road bikes, ... Rental of electric bicycles, road bikes and mountain bikes
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Kemmel Mountain Trail
This number of walking loop takes you along idyllic pathways, soothing landscapes and grapevines. Enjoy the fresh air, and the gorgeous panoramic views that stretch all the way to Lille! Walk of...
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Haere Mai
B&B Haere Mai is situated in the peaceful countryside of Heuvelland. Our B&B is situated less than a mile from the village of Loker, halfway Kemmelberg and Scherpenberg. Idealy situated for cycling...
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Vidaigne Estate
The Vidaigne Estate is, without doubt, one of the most idyllic vineyards in all Belgium. It is situated at the bottom of a beautiful and largely natural garden, with magnificent views over the...
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SurprICE Gelato & Coffee Bar
SurprICE gelato & coffee bar at Rodeberg in the beautiful Heuvelland region. It is a total experience. An Ice and Wine menu was worked out with local winegrowers. The sommelier selects the wines,...
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Command Bunker Kemmel
The Kemmel command bunker was built in the early 1950s, when the Cold War was in full swing. Belgium and its allies saw it as a coordination centre for Western Europe’s air defence. It remained...
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Public toilets
To the toilet during your hike in Heuvelland? There are public toilets at these places: Visitor centre 'Het Heuvelland' (Kemmel) St.-Laurentiusplein 1, 8950 Heuvelland (Kemmel)...
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Entre-Deux-Monts Route
The vineyards of Entre-Deux-Monts are spread throughout Heuvelland in order to profit from the right terroir and location. During the free EDM-route you'll go from one vineyard to another....
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Frontmap Wars without End
This map of the old front region - ‘Wars Without End’ - gives a summary of all the heritage sites in our landscape that are associated with the First World War, the Second World War and the Cold...
Accommodation
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Wandeling, verhalen, muziek en veel lekkers in Blauwpoort
Twintig verhalen over design en structuren uit drie eeuwen Blauwpoort. In combinatie met het sprookje van dame Deburghraeve. Geniet van muziek en veel lekkers. Het event in Blauwpoort is te...
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d'Hellekapelle - Poorthuys
In the heart of Heuvelland, just outside the village of Loker, we welcome you in d'Hellekapelle. You will have a delightful sleep here. The holiday houses have a full equiped kitchen. You can also...
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A paradise for cyclists - and their cycles!
A paradise for cyclists - and their cycles! Our range of high-quality and cycle-friendly accommodation options is guaranteed to meet the needs of every cycling tourist. Cyclists who stay overnight...
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d'Hellekapelle - De Meidoorn
In the heart of Heuvelland, just outside the village of Loker, we welcome you in d'Hellekapelle. You will have a delightful sleep here. The holiday houses have a full equiped kitchen. You can also...
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De Douvevallei - De Hulst
The holiday home for 2 (max 4) people is located on the south flank of the Red and Black Mountain at the end of a dead end street, in one of the quietest and most idyllic corners of Heuvelland....
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Landhuis BellaRosa
A weekend away with family or friends? Discover the BellaRosa country house, a holdiday home for up to 24 persons with views across the rolling landscape between Heuvelland and Ieper. Here you can...
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Victorello
Step into the enchanting world of the Victorello holiday home, set in the heart of picturesque Heuvelland. A maximum of eight people can enjoy the vintage and rustic style of the interior, the...
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Camping De Nachtegaal
Café & Camping De Nachtegaal is located on the flank of the Rodeberg hill, surrounded by vineyards and woods, and boasting beautiful views of Dranouter and French Flanders. The campsite has two...
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Buiten-Gewoon
This spacious and comfortable holiday home is fully equipped to welcome eight fun-seeking holidaymakers. There is a fitted kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, fridge, cooker, etc. One of the rooms...
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De Douvevallei - De Knotwilg
The holiday home for 8 up to 10 people is located on the south flank of the Red and Black Mountain at the end of a dead end street, in one of the quietest and most idyllic corners of Heuvelland....
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De Zavelaar
B&B De Zavelaar is blessed with a top location. It lies between De Klijte and Kemmel, behind the Kemmelberg and by the forested ridges of the Zavelaar and the Scherpenberg. Hartje Heuvelland, an...
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Outside
Outside holiday home is charmingly situated at the top of the Rodeberg, in the heart of Heuvelland. Surrounded by woods, the house is just 1 km from the French border.Outside Travel is a specialist...
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Eden
You can find our holiday house in a typical small village Dranouter, a part of Heuvelland, in a quiet and silent environment with a lot of walking- and cyclingtours. 300 meters from the village...
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Casselcharm
REMEMBRANCE PARTNER FLANDERS FIELDS Charming, self-catering, holiday cottage in a rural setting. The typical house is fully equipped for 8 people.Heuvelland/Westouter, the town with the largest...
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BLAUWPOORT.be
LISTED HOUSE BLAUWPOORT is located in Heuvelland, Flanders Fields. The house combines authenticity with contemporary design. Up to 28 or 36 people can stay here in a great atmosphere. Guestbook:...
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Fika Stuga
Fika Stuga is a spacious and modern holiday home for four people, set in pleasant green surroundings. The Scandinavian inspired stuga consists of two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well...
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Ecochique
Discover the hills and landscape of Heuvelland in an ecochique way. Ecochique cycle hire is located on two fantastic cycle routes: the West Flanders Hills route and the 'Schreve' (Borderlands)...
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Camille's House
Camille’s House is located in the centre of Wijtschate. This fully equipped and super-pleasant holiday home can accommodate six guests. The terrace has its own garden furniture and barbecue....
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De Linde
REMEMBRANCE PARTNER FLANDERS FIELDS In B&B De Linde, surrounded by woodland copses and lush green fields,you can relax and recharge your batteries. You can chose from three comfortable rooms (2, 3...
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d'Hellekapelle - De Wilg
In the heart of Heuvelland, just outside the village of Loker, we welcome you in d'Hellekapelle. You will have a delightful sleep here. The holiday houses have a full equiped kitchen. You can also...
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Kapelhuis
REMEMBRANCE PARTNER FLANDERS FIELDS Renovated home (10p) on top of the Rodeberg in Westouter in historic site.Enjoy the cosy house equipped with every comfort. Listen to the birds in the garden...
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Kolibriehuys
Are you looking for silence and relaxtion. Do you want to escape the pressure of daily activities. Or do you want to walk or cycle. The Kolibriehuys is the ideal place for a short or a long...
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Wandelaar
Bed & breakfast in Heuvelland. We want to introduce you to all the good country life has to offer: nature, tranquility, cosiness, hospitality...
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Hof Ter Klijte
Charming guesthouse situated in the heart of the Flanders Fields countryside. Only a 5 minutes drive from the historical city center of Ypres and it's warhistory and Poperinge the hoptown. 3 km...
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Landgoed Dornina
The Dornina farmstead is located in the heart of idyllic Heuvelland. Experience pure calm and pleasure in a luxurious holiday home for up to 12 people, complete with Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. The...
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Haere Mai
B&B Haere Mai is situated in the peaceful countryside of Heuvelland. Our B&B is situated less than a mile from the village of Loker, halfway Kemmelberg and Scherpenberg. Idealy situated for cycling...
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De Struisvogel
A spacious and comfortable holiday home for up to 24 people, complete with bar, garden, a fenced off and well-equipped play area (swing, slide, etc), and a large terrace with both covered and...
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d'Hellekapelle
In the heart of Heuvelland, just outside the village of Loker, we welcome you in d'Hellekapelle. You will have a delightful sleep here. After a delicious breakfast you can go out for a walk or...
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De Meuleberghoeve
At the Meuleberghoeve you can admire the very finest scenery that Heuvelland had to offer. This working farm also provides child-friendly accommodation for families (up to 24 people) and for youth...
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De Douvevallei - De Klaproos
The holiday home for 6 (max 8) people is located on the south flank of the Red and Black mountain at the end of a dead end street, in one of the quietest and most idyllic corners of Heuvelland. You...
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Lanceloot
Youth holiday home with 22 beds at the foot of the Red Mountain in Heuvelland at Westouter for selfcooking groups. Features a dayroom, dining room, kitchen, multipurpose room, 8 bedrooms (1x4 , 1x6...
Food & Drinks
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Winegrowing in Heuvelland
Discover all about winegrowing in Heuvelland in this brochure.
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Vintage Heuvelland Ambassador
Vintage Heuvelland Ambassadors are restaurateurs, every one of them a top professional, who each in their own unique and passionate way work with wines from the Westhoek. Their wine lists and menu...
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Brown taverns
Were things better in the past? And does that apply to everything? It's a subject you can discuss for hours at the bar! In Heuvelland you can still discover traditional, old-fashioned 'brown'...
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Heuvelland Silence Candle
Take home the fragrance of Heuvelland and enjoy the inner peace it provides. These candles are made from soya wax, using traditional craft techniques, and are available in four different aromas
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Vineyard Monteberg
In 1996, some 600 vines were planted on the southern slopes of the Monteberg and the Kemmelberg as a trial to see if the region and its terroir were suitable for wine-growing. It quickly became...
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Vineyard Zavelaar
Timber merchant Stefaan Decadt, is passionate about wine. This inspired him to begin with his own vineyard in Heuvelland. On this 1 ha of land, he planted mainly early ripening grape varieties,...
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Vinke
Restaurant Vinke, in the centre of the village of Westouter, is the latest venture of the 'Tout à fait Sophie' catering company. It is a fine dining venue (with an event space) in the heart of...
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Brasserie Den Heksestoel
People who like traditional-style bars and restaurants will just love Den Heksestoel. A creaky wooden floor, rustic furniture, an impressive old bar counter, authentic decoration, a cracking wood...
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't Zwaluwnest Estate
‘t Zwaluwnest Farm and Bed & Breakfast is situated on the fringes of the rural village of De Klijte, the smallest of the sub- municipalities of Heuvelland. The farm has a truly wonderful location,...
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De Vallei Estate
In 2010 Jacques and Annie planted their vineyard. This is situated on half a hectare of sand-loam ground with a gentle west facing slope on the south side of a valley near the village of Westouter....
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Klein Rijselhoek Estate
After first planting a trial vineyard, in 2009 Peter Vandamme was able to start as a wine-grower in the Heuvelland BOB region. His 1-hectare plot is situated at the foot of the Rodeberg on a steep...
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Circus 157
'Circus 157' was the code name for the air raid on Lille on 5 May 1942. 3:30 in the afternoon, an air battle between British Spitfires and German Focke-Wulfs broke out over the Heuvelland...
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Ravenstein Estate
Ravenstein is a former glory. In 1450 it was under the management of Adolf van Kleef, lord of Ravenstein and Wijnendale. Ravenstein Estate started in 2017, with the planting of 2,5 ha of vineyard,...
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Wine Estate Entre-Deux-Monts
The Belgian wine estate Entre-Deux-Monts is situated on the beautifully rolling slopes between the Rodeberg and the Zwarteberg, right in the heart of Heuvelland. Located on the intersection between...
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Belvedere
Restaurant Belvedere on the Rodeberg boasts stunning views of the Loker church and vistas stretching to France, one of the most famous scenes in Heuvelland. The restaurant and hotel are fully...
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Brasserie Scherpenberg
Between De Klijte and Loker, the Scherpenberg cuts cleanly through the landscape. On the flank of the hill sits the brasserie and banqueting hall with the same name. A sumptuous brunch is served...
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Rozenhil Estate
no visits possible area planted with vines: 1,5 ha, 6000 vines planted in May 2018 grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir en Pinot Meunier
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Cordoba
Unique in Heuvelland: a cable lift! Do you want to turn your stay into something really special? The ‘Cordoba’ can help you! Surprise trips, special group events, free folk games: The ‘Cordoba’ can...
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Vidaigne Estate
The Vidaigne Estate is, without doubt, one of the most idyllic vineyards in all Belgium. It is situated at the bottom of a beautiful and largely natural garden, with magnificent views over the...
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SurprICE Gelato & Coffee Bar
SurprICE gelato & coffee bar at Rodeberg in the beautiful Heuvelland region. It is a total experience. An Ice and Wine menu was worked out with local winegrowers. The sommelier selects the wines,...
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't Molenhof
Landhuis Molenhof is the place to be if you like a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere, enchanting nature, romance, warmth, good music and incredible views over the beautiful Heuvelland region and...
News
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Unesco World Heritage
The French ossuary (mass grave) on Kemmel hill and the moving Spanbroekmolen and Lone Tree Cemeteries in Wijtschate: discover Heuvelland’s most recent UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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