The belfry of Menen has had a turbulent history which the building still bears witness to. In 1999 it was listed as a UNESCO world heritage Site.
The belfry's first stone was laid in 1574, but the religious wars forced the city to halt the construction works only two years later. The works were resumed in 1610. Built out of natural stone, the base was topped with a brick superstructure, which was crowned with a wooden spire featuring a domed roof and a lantern. The spire was shot off by French troops twice, once in 1706 and once in 1794. A storey was added with each repair, which explains why the building now has four storeys.
From 4 May 2024, discover Westerpunt in De Panne, a 6-metre-high architectural jewel on the promenade to France. Designed by Studio MOTO, it offers a symbolic connection between the sea, dunes and residents, with breathtaking 360-degree views alongside the dunes and Westhoek reserve.
De Stationsput werd aangelegd in de late 19de eeuw om de stoomlocomotieven van het station Oostende van water te voorzien. De pompen van de Pompentoren trokken water uit de Stationsput en stuurden dit via leidingen naar het station van Oostende. Dankzij Horizon 2025 krijgt de Pompentoren een nieuwe invulling als uitkijkpunt over het volledig vernieuwde landschapspark en de wijde omgeving.
De toren van de Sint-Maartenskerk in Kortrijk is een van de opvallende bakens van de skyline van de stad. Vanop de rondgang rond de toren is er een fantastisch zicht op de stad en de ruime omgeving.
Gratis tickets kunnen besteld worden via www.visitkortrijk.be/nl/sint-m... (bezoek reserveren tussen 10u-16u).
The neo-Gothic chapel was built in 1864, but for reasons that are not entirely clear, it was never consecrated. Almost two centuries later, it has been restored and has been given a new life that aligns with its original purpose: bringing people together. Two beautiful spaces within the contours of the chapel form a catalyst for the neighbourhood and for the region and facilitate social initiatives.
A ‘vestibule’ in the form of a concrete sculpture is now a companion to the chapel. This disguised staircase, with its Escheresque allure, leads visitors upwards past panoramic vistas. On the roof, between the facades of the chapel, a magnificent view of the region unfolds. It offers an unparalleled perspective of the Meikensbossen forest and the Poelberg hill. Close observers will even spot the church towers in Marialoop and Dentergem.
The malt tower was built in 1913, during a thorough modernization of the brewery. The brewery-malt house survived the First World War, but the brewer's house was destroyed by a bomb. That was built new in 1922.
The brewery was active until 1963. In 1998, a group of volunteers founded De Fietseling vzw with the aim of restoring the former brewery site and giving it a new future. During the preparation of the restoration, the malt tower collapsed in 2001. In 2015, the restoration of the malt house with the malt tower started, which was completed in 2020.
From the malt tower you get a magnificent view of the village of Reningelst, the valley of the Grote Beek and the West Flemish ridge.
The tower is accessible daily during the week from 10 am-6 pm. During the weekend from 2 pm to 6 pm.
The tower remains closed in rainy weather.
The church, with its domed tower, is a striking sight in the rolling landscape. The people of Mesen call the tower ‘de Dikkop’ (‘the Fathead’) and the town’s residents are also named after it. As you climb the 214 steps of the church tower, you can take a break halfway to visit the exhibition ‘Feniks: Mesen, kleine stad, grootse geschiedenis’ (‘Phoenix: Mesen, small town, grand history’). This exhibition highlights the different faces of Mesen throughout the centuries. When you’ve almost reached the top of the tower, you’ll walk past the peace carillon with its 58 bells. Once at the top, you’ll enjoy phenomenal panoramic views of the town and its surroundings, from the West Flemish hills all the way to the Northern French plains. Discover Belgium’s smallest town by following the beautiful Mesen urban walking route.
Climb the 264 steps of the monumental bell tower of the church that will give you an impressive and unique panoramic view of the polders. You can see the port of Zeebrugge, the Belgian coast and even the Dutch islands by clear weather. And don’t forget to gaze at the three towers of Bruges. An adventure for the whole family! English speaking guide available for Lissewege by booking only.
Op 24 meter hoogte geniet je van een adembenemend 360° uitzicht over de historische komgronden rond Lampernisse, van de West-Vlaamse heuvels tot aan de Kust. De toren telt 126 trappen en op weg naar de top leer je dat dit schijnbare 'niet' boogt op een rijk gevulde geschiedenis. Herenboer Nicolaas Zannekin en auteur Clem Schouwenaars gidsen je naar boven en geven je informatie over het landschap en de geschiedenis van de streek.
De kerktoren is dagelijks gratis toegankelijk tussen 9u en 17u.
Right across the meadow of Festival Dranouter - on the roof of the concert hall Muziekcentrum Dranouter, the restaurant Eetcafé 't Folk, the games course De Klankmakerij, the offices of Festival Dranouter and the holiday accommodation De Backstage**** - 'Het Klankpanorama' (The Sound Panorama) is an extra experience. This panoramic roof terrace with 360° view offers a breathtaking view...
