In and around the oldest city in our country

52,00 km | Hilly
Through the fields Past fruit trees Cultural heritage Beautiful vistas Past nice villages Art

Tongeren, Belgium's first city, fascinates with its Roman and medieval relics and beautiful basilica. A tough cycle route with a few steep climbs through a backdrop of impressive castles and fortresses. You also pass Herstappe, the smallest municipality of our country.

  • 52 km
  • Hilly
  • Heart of Haspengouw Landscape Park

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Pliniuspark openluchtzwembad - Zwembad Plinius

Open air swimming pool

Fancy making a splash with friends and family? Feel like swimming some laps on your own? Or is relaxing on a 3,800 m² sunbathing area with views of Belgium’s oldest city more your style? All these options are on offer in this ultra-modern open air swimming complex, which has three swimming pools: a 25m competition pool, a recreational pool, and a pool for children.

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Open air swimming pool
Gallo-Romeins Museum - Van Neanderthaler tot Romein

Gallo-Roman Museum

Discover the history of humanity from prehistoric times to the fall of the Roman Empire. 2000 authentic objects bear witness to their times. You will be afforded an insight by films, lifelike figures and beautiful models. Enjoy fantastic activities with your children. An entralling shop and a cosy café also awaits you. In short, you can spend in the Gallo-Roman Museum a really exciting time with...

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Gallo-Roman Museum
Antiekmarkt Tongeren - Antiekmarkt Tongeren

Antiques Market Tongeren

Tongeren is not really the place for a long, lazy lie-in on a Sunday morning. At 7 am Belgium?s oldest city starts transforming into an enormous, almost medieval, market place. Around 30 prestigious antique shops and 250 specialist stall holders display centuries-old antiques, second-hand, design, vintage and rare collector?s items. Thousands of visitors from all over the world flock to this...

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Antiques Market Tongeren
TESEUM: schatkamer - Romaanse kloostergang Teseum

Teseum: treasury

Tongeren is one of the most ancient religious sites in the Low Countries with a major church treasure of the Basilica of Our Lady. It comprises numerous valuable pieces of religious art such as reliquaries, reliquary pouches, gold and silverwork, medieval choir books, and rare textiles. The museum is located in the historical setting of the unique Romanesque tower and chapter house of Our Lady’s...

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Teseum: treasury
TESEUM: archeologische site - Archeologische site Teseum - Romeinse fresco's

Teseum: archaeological site

Through the generations, the people of Tongeren built a town to live and work in. The walls and foundations of that town are still standing. They can be admired on the archaeological site of the Teseum, one of the most inspiring sites in the Benelux countries. Here you will be able to see with your own eyes that Tongeren was the first town in Belgium. Three metres below ground, age-old stones tell...

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Teseum: archaeological site
Wijndomein Optimbulles - Wijndomein Optimbulles

Optimbulles Winery Jesseren

Vintners Guy Geunis, Maxim Geunis, Theo Pasque and Rik Schreurs started a vineyard in Jesseren (Hoogveld) in the 90s. They decided to focus on sparkling wines from the three Champagne grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Optimbulles makes it a point of honour to be as natural as possible and not to sweeten the wines . So they are called Brut Nature. Since a few years, standard apples...

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Optimbulles Winery Jesseren
Wijndomein Cuvelier - Wijndomein Cuvelier

Cuvelier Winery

The winery has vineyards in Jesseren and Kerniel. Spread over an area of about 2,8 hectares there are about 12,000 vines. They mainly produce sparkling wines but also red and white wines including Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Grüner Veltliner. Cuvelier Winery is convinced that in order to obtain the right aromas, the grapes must be perfectly ripe for the harvest.

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Cuvelier Winery
Huis Theelen - Huis Theelen

Theelen House Discover the story of Limburg’s most famous newspaper!

Theelen House is located in a former canon house. These residences formed a separate neighbourhood in the city until the end of the 18th century and accommodated the canons who ran the chapter of the Basilica of Our Lady. Founder-publisher Nicolaas Theelen had his printing business here and published ‘Het Algemeen Belang der Provincie Limburg’, the precursor of the newspaper ‘Het Belang van...

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Theelen House Discover the story of Limburg’s most famous newspaper!
Stadspark de Motten - Stadspark de Motten

City park De Motten

There was a modest port near the current city park—De Motten—in the Roman period. Even in the Middle Ages, this area was one of the most important trading quarters of our city (‘de Leuren’). However, the neighbourhood fell into disrepair in the first half of the 20th century. The ponds that had been there were filled in and landfill pits were put in their place. The site wasn’t revalued until the...

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City park De Motten
Moerenpoortmuseum - Moerenpoort

Moerenpoort

During the Middle Ages, you could enter or leave Tongeren through one of its six city gates. Unfortunately, only one gate, Moeren Gate, built in 1379 is still intact. It has been converted into a museum on Tongeren’s military history. Visitors to this robust tower are rewarded with a fabulous panoramic view of the beguinage and city centre.

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Moerenpoort
Begijnhof - Begijnhof Tongeren

the beguinage of Tongeren

Beguines were living in Tongeren even before 1239. These women, who did not want to choose between marriage and the nunnery, established a home for themselves at a walled site at the Moeren Gate. These ‘spinsters’ built an independent life for themselves in the Sint-Catharina Beguinage. A city within the city At its zenith in the 18th century the beguinage consisted of 300 beguines living in 100...

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the beguinage of Tongeren
Marco's Vélo Shop - Marco's Vélo Shop

Marco's Vélo Shop BICYCLE RENTAL

If you want to actively explore Tongeren and neighboring areas, but you have no Tour de France aspirations, our stylish electric bicycles are the solution. We also offer women's, men's and children's bicycles. Our bicycles are available from Tuesday to Sunday during the cycling season = April to September. From October to March from Tuesday to Saturday. You can pick up from 9 am and return until 7...

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Marco's Vélo Shop BICYCLE RENTAL
Hof van Kalenberg - hoofdfoto

Hof van Kalenberg

Hof van Kalenberg is located in the heart of the rural village of Voort/ Borgloon. Borgloon is located in Limburg near Tongeren and Liege, The region is called " the pearl of Haspengouw "; it is the second largest fruit region in Europe. Our vacation house, with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, offers the possibility of a stay for up to 12 people. In the livingroom is a separate rest/work room for...

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Hotel Pracha - Zwembad

Hotel Pracha

Pracha is a spa hotel where you are in good hands in your search for rest for body and soul. Relaxation, nature, slowing down and health are the focus. It is both a hotel and a spa. As a hotel guest, you can use our indoor swimming pool free of charge. Pracha stands for relaxation, experience and energy.

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La Maison de Marie - Keuken met zicht op Haspengouw

Ready to relax at La Maison de Marie?

La Maison de Marie is a charming, modern, hyper-equipped holiday home in the pearl of Haspengouw. Relax, wake up feeling blissful, enjoy the evening in the heart of the fruit region, with a breathtaking view of southwest Limburg. The name is a tribute to the past of the house, more specifically to the grandmother of owner Alex. Marie was the personification of hospitality, her 9 children (of which...

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Le Fond D'or - fond

Le fond d'Or

Spacious holiday home (69m2) box spring of 1.80m, well equipped kitchen with combi oven, garden with jacuzzi. Where a blossoming sea changes into a fruit garden Where past and present intersect you will find Le fond d'Or, a contemporary (modern) holiday home suitable for 2 to 4 people. Borgloon, the blossom and fruit city of Haspengouw. Rolling landscapes, picturesque villages, beautiful orchards...

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Café Coureur - Café Coureur

Where cycling is king, and the cyclist is the emperor

Café coureur offer a 360° approach to cycling experience. Our bike entrance will lead you in a last straight line over our cobble hill with hairpin turn right onto our panoramic patio. Here we serve delicious cycling beers and amazing Belgian beers from tap. In our cycling café the TV always shows cycling. It is the place to connect and share your crazy and lightly exaggerated cycling stories with...

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Villa Kakelbont - Villa Kakelbont

Bed & Breakfast Villa Kakelbont Borgloon

Villa Kakelbont (Pippi Longstocking) is located in a quiet street in the Centre of borgloon. The hiking and bicycling tours run through the street. In Villa Kakelbont are 3 spacious quiet rooms . There is a nice guest terrace in the spacious blooming garden. There are 2 parkingplaces on site. Breakfast is very various and homemade. Visit us at www.villa-kakelbont-borgloon.be for further...

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't Kasteelhof - Groot verwarmd binnenzwembad

't Kasteelhof

't Kasteelhof is the perfect luxury vacation home with wellness for large families or large groups of friends, which has a capacity of up to 16 people. This house is located in a small rural village of Veulen, completely secluded in full nature and forest environment, and surrounded by numerous hiking and biking trails, rolling countryside, in the middle of the fruit region. At 2 km from the...

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't Wijngaardhof - het binnenhof

't Wijngaardhof

Authentic square farm from 1773. You stay in one of the two charming rooms, each with its own bathroom. Warm welcome. Beautiful Haspengouwse nature: the Provence of the North! Ideal for walking and cycling in all seasons. Information on the region and walking and cycling routes are available on the farm. Located on the cycle route network and in the vicinity of nature reserves. Location de 2 vélos...

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't Wijngaardhof - 't Wijngaardhof

't Wijngaardhof

Authentic square farm from 1773. You stay in a cosy flat. Cosy house full of charm and romance. Warm welcome. Beautiful nature of Haspengouw. The Provence of the North. Ideal for walking and cycling in all seasons. Regional information and walking and cycling routes available on the farm. Located at the cycling route network and in the proximity of nature reserves. Bike rental on the farm. Cosy...

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De Heerlijkheid Satenbergh - Standaard woning - Woning

Heerlijkheid Satenbergh

Heerlijkheid Satenbergh is located in a small church village, situated in the extreme south of Limburg, in the middle of Haspengouw. The square farm from 1648 and the adjacent castle from 1892 are romantically situated between sloping fields and in the middle of the famous fruit region around Borgloon on the Haspengouwa route and the beautiful new hiking trails of Heks. In the square farmhouse are...

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De Heerlijkheid Satenbergh - Kleine woning - Binnenkoer

The 'Heerlijkheid Satenberg'

Heerlijkheid Satenbergh is located in a small church village, situated in the extreme south of Limburg, in the middle of Haspengouw. The square farm from 1648 and the adjacent castle from 1892 are romantically situated between sloping fields and in the middle of the famous fruit region around Borgloon on the Haspengouwa route and the beautiful new hiking trails of Heks. In the square farmhouse are...

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De Heerlijkheid Satenbergh - Comfort woning - luchtfoto

De Heerlijkheid Satenbergh

The Heerlijkheid Satenbergh is located in a small church village in the southernmost part of Limburg in the middle of Haspengouw. The 1648 square farm and the neighbouring 1892 castle are romantically set amidst the rolling fields a short distance from the famous fruit region around Sint-Truiden at the Haspengouw motorway and on the wonderful new Heks hiking trails that lead alongside farmyards...

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Vinotel X - slaapkamer

Vinotel X

You’ll find Vinotel X in the historic centre of Tongeren, within walking distance of the railway station. Your accommodation is 50 metres from the Antiques Market and a stone's throw from the Basilica, the Gallo-Roman Museum, Cultural Centre de Velinx and other eye-catchers! Our spacious luxury rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and have a bathroom with a bath and/or shower, a hairdryer, a...

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Hoeve De Sterappel - inkom

Hoeve de Sterappel

The B&B is situated in a renovated farmhouse, centrally located between the cities of Tongeren and Borgloon. The assets of our B & B are: centrally located between two beautiful and charming cities, located next to the various cycling routes, large terrace, fitness, large communal garden with sauna facilities, spacious breakfast room with TV, bistro where B & B guests can eat daily.

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Ambiotel - Voorgevel

Ambiotel

Ambiotel is located in the heart of Tongeren, the Ambiorix city, the oldest city in Belgium, within walking distance of the Grand Place and the railway station, and right in the middle of the shopping streets. The hotel is easily accessible via the E313 freeway. Ambiotel is overshadowed by the Gothic Basilica of Our Lady, and on Sunday mornings you can admire the largest antiques and brocante...

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De Ruttermolen - Zalig vertoeven in het groen

Ruttermolen

The Ruttermolen is located in rural Rutten along the river Jeker, near the oldest town in Belgium, Tongeren. The water mill was first mentioned in 1360. De Ruttermolen has 4 spacious rooms on the first floor with private sanitary facilities. In the garden, along the banks of the Jeker, you can enjoy the silence and nature with an unlimited landscape, or in the summer months in a deck chair at the...

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Hoevetoerisme de Fruithoeve - Fruithoeve

De Fruithoeve farm tourism

Our holiday apartment on a blossoming fruit farm is a dream destination for lovers of nature and culture. Your accommodation lies on the doorstep of the cycling routes network and many signposted walks. Fancy a bit of culture? Alden Biesen, Bilzen and Belgium's oldest town, Tongeren, are nearby, and you can reach Maastricht in just half an hour. Advantages: there is a separate kitchen with a...

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B & B de Fruithoeve - B&B

De Fruithoeve

Our cosy B&B on a blossoming fruit farm is a dream destination for lovers of nature and culture. Your accommodation lies on the doorstep of the cycling routes network and many signposted walks. Fancy a bit of culture? Alden Biesen, Bilzen and Belgium's oldest town, Tongeren, are nearby, and you can reach Maastricht in just half an hour. Advantages: there is a separate kitchen with a sitting area...

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B&B De Bloesem - Toegankelijkheidskamer

B&B De Bloesem

Feel like going out for a few days? Alone, with friends or family. With us you can really get away from it all. Discover our assets, namely staying in a quiet place in Haspengouw where you can walk, cycle or explore the area by car. We always do our best to make you feel at home. You start the day with a delicious regional breakfast. Planning a trip? We will be happy to help you make a choice and...

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Hof ter Hern - eetruimte

Cozy stay in beautiful Haspengouw – in the middle of picturesque Limburg.

If you want to take a break with family, friends, colleagues… then holiday home Hof Ter Hern is the perfect location. The renovated square farm is equipped with every comfort and space for groups of up to 20 people. A place where old and new meet where you can enjoy each other and the environment and where new memories are made… On top of a hill in the village center of Sint-Huibrechts Hern...

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De Pastorie - De Pastorie

De Pastorie

At the Pastorie you can relax on the terrace in the beautiful rectory garden. You can enjoy a regional beer, apple juice or other drink. Prefer a snack? Then you can go here for a bowl of soup, a piece of cake or a sandwich.

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De Pastorie
Fietscafé 't Velohofke - Ons rustig gelegen terras

Fietscafé 't Velohofke

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Fietscafé 't Velohofke
Den Ambi - terras 1

Tavern 'Den Ambi'

Tavern 'Den Ambi' is a cozy place to hangout where you can go for a drink as well as a snack. Our assets : personal service, terrace, regional beers, ice cream preparations, pancakes, warm waffles, snacks, croques, pastas, fish and meat dishes, salad...

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Tavern 'Den Ambi'
Retro Velinx - buitenkant

Restaurant Retro Velinx, Tongeren

Near the tourist attractions of Tongeren, right on the bicycle route network and at the cultural center 'de Velinx' you will find brasserie Retro Velinx. Enjoy a fresh pint or a delicious hamburger on our spacious summer terrace with a view of the beautiful ponds of the city park 'de Motten'. We serve an extensive range of home-made dishes ranging from summer tapas to Belgian classics and slow...

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Restaurant Retro Velinx, Tongeren