Sint-Truiden


In the south-west of Limburg lies Sint-Truiden, the spicy fruit city where nature, heritage and regional delicacies blend wonderfully. Around the Grote Markt of this monumental city, three towers are the silent witnesses of a rich past. In spring, the surrounding church villages are bathed in blossoms. This b(l)owling region tastes like more.


Things to do in Sint-Truiden

There is a lot to see in this monumental city . String together seven historical showpieces with the Trudo Pass. Includes access to the monuments, a word of explanation and a city map. After 196 steps, you have a perfect panorama from the Abbey Tower. This is not the only viewpoint. With Kijk op Sint-Truiden en Haspengouw, you get a bird's eye view of the fruit landscape at five locations. Combine the locations in a breathtaking 56 km cycling tour.

At d, sniff out history and walk in the footsteps of Francis of Assisi and his Minor Brothers.

From a dive into the past to a splash in LAGO Sint-Truiden Bloesembad. With spectacular slides and wellness zones, young and old experience the ultimate swimming fun in the heart of Haspengouw.

Need more refreshment? At Domein Nieuwenhoven, you step under a fresh canopy of leaves. Take your four-legged friend to the large loose-leash meadow. The kids romp around in the playground or learn about fruit and woods in the fructuarium and visitor centre.

Quench your thirst at Brouwerij & Distilleerderij Wilderen. Make yourself comfortable on the large terrace in front of the imposing 1890s alcohol distillery and a monumental Haspengouw half-timbered farmhouse. Less wild about beers? On scenic cycling and walking routes, you'll pass handsome wine estates and blossom bars when the season is ripe.

The icing on the cake is Helsh(ea)ven in idyllic Helshoven. The floating chapel immortalises 50-year-old standard cherry trees felled by disease. Step inside and let the outdoor splendour surprise you.

Practical in Sint-Truiden

  • For more information, visit Toerisme Sint-Truiden.
  • Bicycle rental is possible at Ecoroute, Cycling in Haspengouw and at the rental point of Fietsparadijs Limburg at Sint-Truiden station.
  • Sint-Truiden has a train station with direct connections from Genk, Hasselt, Blankenberge and Gent-Sint-Pieters.
  • Check the Visit Sint-Truiden website for more inspiration.