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the joys of family and the love of nature

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When hiking becomes meditation

Outdoor blogger Franziska Consolati spent three days exploring High Fens’ varied landscapes. Having trekked all over Europe, she now tells us what she loved most about East Belgium.
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Look what's growing here

The little River Holzwarche in East Belgium is the focal point of a beautiful nature reserve, a perfect place for walks for young and old alike.
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Pierre Gerondal - the only maker of wooden skis in Belgium

Raised in Brussels, he moved to Malmedy to be closer to the wood, to nature – and of course to the snow.
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See inside the oldest and first organic distillery in Belgium!

We are visiting the Radermacher distillery, a family business for six generations making a whole range of products from whisky, rum and vodka to the most fruity jenevers (gin) and liqueurs.
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Embrace the pleasures of a stay in East Belgium: relaxed, easy – and sustainable!

Special places to stay where you can unwind to the rhythms of nature.
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My Venntrilogie – Happy places and wildlife encounters

In April 2024, Austrian Blogger Janine (“Gepackt & Los!“) spent a few days in East Belgium to hike the Venntrilogie. Here, you can read about her experiences and favourite spots along the trail.
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Mountain bike: getting to grips with the unique landscape of East Belgium

At mountain bike club RSK Eupen, athletes are trained to fully develop their talent, and benefit from the exceptional variety of trails across East Belgium.
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Crossing into no-man's-land

Situated in the border triangle between Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, for 103 years the mining town of Neutral-Moresnet did not belong to any state.
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Ground control

Full speed ahead: the trails of the new Stoneman Route are a real challenge, even for professionals.
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The joys of foraging

Museum, aromatic herb garden, and interpretation center: The Nature Center Maison Ternell at the edge of the High Fens is all of these at once.
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Von Kelten und Glücksrittern – eine Wanderung durch den Wolfsbusch

Julius Caesar, Zwerge und die Kelten: Ihnen allen begegnet man auf der knapp zehn Kilometer langen „Genusstour Flussgold“ durch den Wolfsbusch.
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The Venntrilogie: three hiking routes for an intimate connection with nature

The Venntrilogie hiking route is a special new attraction for walkers in East Belgium. It allows them to discover the region around Eupen and part of the High Fens.
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“Welcome to our 24th summer at the Burg-Reuland campsite!”

Three generations, every summer, at the same campsite: it’s a long-standing tradition for the Dutch Hoekman-Melaard family.
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To Bellevaux, for serious beer

In the tavern of the Bellevaux brewery, customers can sample its range of beers: Brune, Blonde, Blanche, Lager, Black, Malmedy Triple.
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New Mountain Bike Routes in Northern East Belgium

New mountain bike trails in the northern East Cantons covering approximately 120 kilometers.
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Hiking with dogs

Discovering breath-taking landscapes whilst hiking through forests and along the water with your dog... Doesn’t that sound amazing? Hiking tours in Ostbelgien are a blast for everyone, man's best friend included.
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The High Fens in focus

Skeletal trees, untrammelled nature, boardwalks over the wet moorland stretching into the mist – a hike in the High Fens always feels like a mystical and marvellous escape.
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Wild garlic

Between April and mid-May is wild garlic season. Wild garlic is referred to as a true wonder herb.
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Dive in!

East Belgium has made relaxed living a way of life. And warmly welcomes guests.
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Herring salad - The recipe

Herring salad, just the right thing for the carnival season. Here's the original recipe.
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Carnival pastries in East Belgium - there's something for every carnival person

“Berliner”, “Krapfen”, “Quarkballen” and “Mutzen” are an integral part of the East Belgian carnival. Christoph Kelleter, a baker from Eupen, explains what they are all about.
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10 years of 'Slow Travel' on the Vennbahn

The railway line was converted 10 years ago into an asphalted path for cyclists and walkers. It runs for 125 km and, along its course, crosses national borders more than 14 times. The complete route goes from Aachen (in Germany) through East Belgium to Troisvierges (in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg) –125 km of cycling fun in three countries!
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Alaaf ! Helau ! Fahr’m Dar ! : the Rhenish carnival tradition in East Belgium

Carnival in East Belgium is celebrated by the locals and guests with great relish and in colourful costumes. It is well worth paying a visit to the region in spring to see the processions as East Belgians love a celebration and are happy to share this tradition with their guests.
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The Cwarmê in Malmedy

Each year, a centuries-old tradition is revived at the Malmedy Carnival during the three days of revelling before Ash Wednesday. On the four “Fat Thursdays” beforehand (petites haguètes) the masked people make their way from pub to pub and poke fun at the guests, but in a nice and friendly manner (known as “lawer” in Walloon).
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Carnival in East Belgium: local, traditional festivals for everyone

What do a carnival prince and the Trouv'lê actually do at carnival?
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How to use a GPX-track?

Smartphones simplify everyday life and can guide us to any destination using a GPX file, for example. This function is particularly useful if you have already planned a cycling tour or walk with a route planner. Find out what a GPX track is and how you can use it on a walk or cycling tour.
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