Castle of the Counts
This important sight in Ghent is a castle with a very turbulent past, closely intertwined with the complex—often stormy—political and social history of the city.
Read moreThe colorful and harmonious multicultural Genk wouldn't have had such a beautiful ethnic patchwork without the good old years of the mining industry. Beside such cultural peacefulness, Genk possesses the natural quality to be the home of the Michelin 2-star Bokrijk Open Air Museum.
Day 1: Arrival in Genk
Check-in at M Hotel Genk (recommended, not included) or similar
When checking in, a little welcome drink will be handed out at the lounge of the elegant M Hotel after your smooth check-in at the hospitable hotel reception. A Limburg Holiday Pass that comes with discounts will be handed to you to invite you to several attractions in the Province of Limburg.
Day 2: Indulge in Nature
Connect with Bokrijk
Bike to meaningful Bokrijk. Bokrijk is a dream. A symbol of openness and a definition of open world. In this cherished open air museum, you will travel back in time to 1913, discover life in the 60s and most importantly, you will create wonderful memories in that surrounding. Moreover, "cycling through water" is on Time Magazine's 2018 list of the World's 100 Greatest Places. You will not regret having biked there to see this special nature reserve.
Legacy of the Flemish Masters
Starting from April 2019, Bokrijk will hold an international exhibition called "The World of Bruegel". This will mark the 450th year after the death of Peter Bruegel the Elder.
Day 3: Departure
Last activities before heading back to the Airport (not included)
There are other places closely situated to Genk that you can visit before you return to home. If you still want to absorb more of Genk, the C-mine would be a fantastic place to visit.
