DESTINATION
Fresh air adventures
Designed for days spent outside, this itinerary leans into Limburg’s wide-open landscapes, from cabin stays on the edge of nature to gentle adventures made for sharing, with the comforts of Maasmechelen Village close at hand.
Day one
Stay: Terhills Resort
On the edge of Hoge Kempen National Park’s 12,000 hectares, the bright, airy cabins come with outdoor showers, infrared saunas and lake views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Reserve an e-boat and drift straight off from your private jetty. 3650 Dilsen-Stokkem
Head to: Maasmechelen Village
For qualifying members (those at level two and above), the Hands-free Shopping service lets you browse the boutiques without lifting a finger. Simply sign up in the Concierge and hand your purchases to the boutique staff as you shop, ready to collect when you leave. So you can take a long lunch or browse for longer. 3630 Maasmechelen
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We’re celebrating 25 years of art, creativity and discovery at Maasmechelen Village with a summer calendar filled with not-to-miss events and one off pop ups.
Shop: River Woods
Belgian polish influenced by East Coast ease. With its collegiate knits, soft shirts and lavish basics for the whole family, it’s the place to pick up unfussy weekend wear. Maasmechelen Village
Shop: Jack & Jones (Kids)
This boutique does exactly what you want – easy, affordable mini versions of grown-up denim and casualwear that can handle playground fun and still look vaguely put-together for lunch afterwards. Maasmechelen Village
Easy, affordable mini version of grown-up denim and casualwear that can handle playground fun and still look vaguely put-together for lunch afterwards.
Lunch: Guiliano
All the Italian crowd pleasers you could want on one menu, from vodka penne to ossobuco alla Milanese, plus every pizza imaginable, including a Nutella number for pudding. Maasmechelen Village
Shop: My Jewellery
Young self-made entrepreneur Sharon Hilgers struck gold when she launched My Jewellery, tapping into the growing desire for stackable rings, charm necklaces and trend-led accessories that don’t break the bank. Maasmechelen Village
Shop: Vans®
Skate heritage holds steady at Vans®, where Old Skools and slip-ons still do the heavy lifting. The trainers, hoodies and tees have outlasted fashion cycles and work whether you skate or just like the idea of it. Maasmechelen Village
New in the Village
From Scandi-leaning design at Selected to a limited Les Soeurs pop-up and K-Way’s technically-minded rainwear, the latest boutiques are not to miss.
Refuel: What a Waffle
A Belgian waffle can be called for at any time of day, but a classic version, dipped in an espresso, is a particularly good afternoon pick-me-up. Maasmechelen Village
Shop: Tommy Hilfiger
With all the preppy styles you’d expect – logo sweats, polos, varsity jackets, navy everything – Tommy Hilfiger nails dependable icons done well, the kind of pieces that anchor a wardrobe. Maasmechelen Village
Shop: Kids around
A gathering of premium childrenswear under one roof, scaled-down designer labels with a fashion-forward tilt. This is where to dress small people for their calendar of can’t-miss events to get to. Maasmechelen Village
Spotted in the boutique
BOSS by Kids around
63,50 €
95 €
Michael Kors by Kids around
30 €
45 €
HUGO by Kids around
26 €
39 €
Dinner: Terland
The setting is as close to eating by the beach as you can get in Limburg. Grilled lobster, calamari and moules are served with widescreen lake views across the Terhills reserve. 3650 Dilsen-Stokkem
Day two
Bicycle hire: Bokrijk
Log in to Fietsparadijs Limburg to book in advance, then collect your wheels of choice – tandems, tricycles, cargo bikes galore – right by the Bokrijk park entrance. Helmets clipped on? Maps unfolded? You’re ready to go. 3600 Genk
Get pedalling: Cycling through the Water
The famous 200-metre path slices through the lake, the water level with your handlebars and birds skimming the surface beside you. It’s a completely unique experience. 3600 Genk
History lesson: Bokrijk Open-Air Museum
Belgium’s past comes to life as costumed actors create a living snapshot of the Flemish rural day-to-day in 1900; woodsmoke drifting from historic farmhouses, clattering tools in workshops and the smell of baking bread in the air. 3600 Genk
Lunch: Bartizan
The hearty bowls of meatballs and beef stews, cheesy croques and, of course, shrimp croquettes are best eaten on the tree-edged terrace. A just reward for all that cycling. 3600 Genk
The hearty bowls of meatballs and beef stews, cheesy croques and, of course, shrimp croquettes are best eaten on the tree-edged terrace.
Boating: Fluisterbootjes
Little beats messing about on boats for an afternoon activity – the ‘whisper’ ones, both electric and silent, are a lot of fun for crossing the Oude Maas. Keep an eye out for water birds. 3650 Dilsen-Stokkem
Climbing: Warredal
This is high-octane adventuring, whatever the weather, with the option of indoor and outdoor courses. Tackle rope bridges, nets and climbing elements suspended way above the ground. 3680 Maaseik
Little beats messing about on boats for an afternoon activity.
Goûter: Atelier Buntinx
With the best buttery pastries, cream-piped éclairs and glossy tarts, it’s very important to arrive here hungry. You can also fill your tote with homemade jams, delicious pralines and biscuits to take home. 3680 Maaseik
Swim: Terhills Resort
Finish the day with a dip in the outdoor infinity pool, overlooking the lake, or for something more tropical, float along the lazy rivers in the steamy Aqua Garden. 3650 Dilsen-Stokkem
Adventure-ready styles
Karl Lagerfeld by Kids around
30 €
45 €
adidas
Polo Ralph Lauren Children
59 €
85 €
