Locations

At ice cream parlour Pierre, they do not compromise on raw materials. For instance, the pistachios come from Sicily and the hazelnuts from Piedmont. The cocoa comes from Belgium and the milk, cream and yoghurt, of course, from the Netherlands.

De Bosuil in Sint-Huibrechts-Lille is mainly known for its beautiful, large and well-kept playground. The playground is always accessible and entrance is free.

The Meulendijks Riding Stables is located on the edge of the Strabrechtse Heide, with not only cycling and hiking routes, but also bridle paths and carriage routes. A wonderful base for a day of horseback riding!

There is no better place to meet up with a friend or two and catch up over a nice drink than this traditional pub with beautiful outdoor seating area on the Statie. At the Statie they regularly host comedy nights and live music.

The current Belgian-Dutch border was laid down in detail and established officially in 1843. 388 cast-iron border posts were installed along the border.

Boundaries are blurring in the Belgian-Dutch nature reserve of Hageven-De Plateaux. Start your visit at the visitors centre so you know what special plants and animals to look out for along the way.

Access Gate De Plaetse near Heeze is the starting point for a walk or bike ride through the Strabrechtse Heide; an immense heathland area with numerous fens, forests and shifting sands.

A prime party pub in the middle of the Market Square. They boast an extensive lunch and dinner menu, but are best known for their many speciality beers and cocktails.

Café De Klok is a nice village pub for people who like good company and a nice glass of beer. The beer garden, located at the sunny back of the café is a wonderful place to regain your strength before continuing on your way.

Owners Herman Cooijmans and Robin Groos excel in delivering bold flavour combinations and exciting preparations at the table. Their mission is to excite guests with distinct flavours and an unmistakable presentations. They have been awarded a much-deserve

The Dommel rises in the highest point of the Kempens Plateau, in an area called Siberia.

Admire a wide variety of carriages. During a personal and passionate tour, the nostalgia of the horse-drawn carriage and customs from the good old days will be told in a humorous way.

It's finger-licking good!

Dive into the past and hike along the reconstruction of ‘Den droad’ (the wire). This so-called Death Wire was a 332 kilometre long wire fence constructed by the Germans during the First World War, spanning the border between Belgium and the Netherlands.

B&B 1879 Culture & comfort Rural tranquillity At B&B 1879, we invite you to enjoy rural tranquillity and peace and quiet. Located in the picturesque village of Maarheeze, our B&B offers an escape from hectic city life.

For lovers of beer and walks, there are several trappist routes through the green land of Achel and the urban area of Hamont, including one that is wheelchair accessible. Of course, the route leads you past many excellent places to sample a local pint.

The Aalsterhut, better known as “De Hut van Mie Pils” (Mie Pils’ cabin) or simply Mie Pils, is the perfect stopover for hikers, cyclists, sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. This tavern is located at a junction of hiking and cycling routes in the middle

A special place on the edge of nature reserve De Malpie, where you will be hospitably welcomed. Sit down and enjoy fresh coffee, artisanal farmhouse ice cream or other goodies, while the children enjoy themselves in and around the Hoeve.

A lunchroom with outdoor seating in the heart of the shopping district.

Along the river Dommel, nature is at its best! Between Neerpelt in Belgium and Valkenswaard in the Netherlands, you can paddle down the Dommel by canoe or kayak. You will then pass no less than two beautiful nature reserves.

In 1960, a new customs office for both Belgium and the Netherlands was built at the Dutch border.

The beautiful Strabrechtse Hoeve is almost completely hidden in the greenery in Mierlo.

All that shopping got you hungry? This sandwich shop is located right in the middle of the shopping centre. In addition to delicious freshly made sandwiches they also have burgers and sweet and savoury snacks.

‘Beemden’ or ‘carrs’ are grasslands along a brook, which are too wet for cattle to graze.