Flanders and North sea

Cycling trip in Flanders and the North Sea

The West Flanders region offers an ideal mix of culture and nature. You will enjoy your cycling holiday in Belgium through varied landscapes and along the canals. You are never far from a cultural place to visit. In particular, you will follow in the footsteps of the First World War in the towns of Ieper and Diksmuide. And above all, you can discover the beautiful city of Bruges with its exceptional cultural and architectural heritage!

Highlights of the stay:

• Bruges
• Leper and Diksmuide
• The castles
• The polders
• The "Het Zwin" nature reserve

Day 1 - Arrival in Roeselare

It is possible to do a first loop by bike to the Basilica of Dadizele and around Roeselare to discover the surrounding landscapes.
Overnight in Roeselare.

Day 2 - from Roeselare to Leper - 31 km

The first stage will take you to Leper, a medieval town famous for its Main Square and for the Menin Gate Memorial to the Missing, also called Menenpoort. Along the way, you'll pass nearby Tyne Cot Cemetery commemorating English soldiers.
Overnight in Leper.

Day 3 - From Leper to Diksmuide - 45 or 60 km

This stage takes you to Poperinge, another medieval town renowned for its culture of the hop, an important ingredient in the manufacture of beer. We recommend that you visit St-Sixtus' Abbey and that you taste the beer brewed by the monks. Then, you will follow the "Yser" river to Diksmuide for the end of your stage. You can admire and visit the Yzer Tower, the largest monument of peace in Europe.
Overnight in Diksmuide.

Day 4 - From Diksmuide to Bruges - 62 km

Today you take the road towards Bruges, also called "The Venice of the North". The medieval city has managed to keep all the splendor of its architectural heritage. The historic center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. You can also discover its belfry.
Overnight in Bruges.

Day 5 - Knokke loop - 64 km

Today's stage will take you through the region between Bruges and Knokke, a high-society village on the Belgian coast. You can cycle through the Flemish "polders". Stop off to visit the "Het Zwin" nature reserve, home to rare plant species and thousands of birds, or to explore the picturesque small town of Damme. You can also take a swimming break! Return to Bruges.
Overnight in Bruges.

Day 6 - De Haan Loop - 52 km

Today you cycle towards De Haan, a coastal village, which has preserved the style and atmosphere of the Belle Epoque (19th century). Return to Bruges.
Overnight in Bruges.

Day 7 - Bruges - Roeselare - 58 km

Last day of cycling, you pefal back to Roeselare, departure town. During this stage, you can visit two castles:

• Aertrycke
• Wijnendaele.

You can also visit the cycling museum.
Overnight in Roeselare.

Day 8 - End of the tour after breakfast

General information :

• 8 days and 7 nights

• Standard version : 3* and 4* hotels

• Child prices : please contact us

Dates 2025:

Departure from Roeselare on Saturdays from 26/04 to 13/09 except on the 02/08

High season : from 07/06 to 16/08

Included :

• 7 nights with breakfasts

• Travel book : we will provide you with the information relating to the progress of your stay as well as the itinerary

• Tourist taxes (except in Bruges ⇒ to be paid on site)

• Luggage transport from accommodation to accommodation

• Assistance (except in case of puncture)

Not included :

• Transport to the place of departure

• Personal expenses

• Lunches
• Drinks
• Parking

• Visits

• Tourist taxes in Bruges, to be paid on site

Options :

• Half board

• Standard ike or e-bike rental

• Extra night(s) in Roeselare

• Theft guarantee for the rented bike

• Cancellation insurance

Level :
1 2 3 4 5 6

Ground :
Flat ground. Cycle paths and small roads.

Weather :
Continental, mild sun, pleasant temperatures.

Technicality :

• 31 to 64 km of cycling per day, or about 3 to 6 hours of cycling.
• Easy to follow route. No difficulties, accessible to everyone.

Bibliography :
Map of Flanders
Maps and bike guides about Belgium on cartovelo.fr

Meals :

• Breakfast : generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, bread, milk, butter, jam, orange juice) or buffet
• Lunches : not included
• Dinners : optional half board, dinners in the hotel or in nearby restaurants (3-course menu).

Bike :

• Rental bike : Standard bike or ebike, equipped with an odometer, a bag, a card reader and a repair kit. The rented bike will be assigned to you upon arrival. At the end of the tour, you must leave the bike at the hotel and notify reception.
• Personal bike : we do not recommend bikes with small tires (minimum 28). Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off. At the end of the tour, you will have to take care of your bike.

Assistance :

Assistance in the event of a breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).

Luggage :
Transported by a courier or by our correspondent, and limited to one piece of luggage per person (maximum 15 kg).

Transport :

• By train : from Brussels to Roeselare (about 1h30).
• By car : A17 Kortrijk - Bruges highway, Roeselare - Izegem exit.
• By plane : Brussels international airport.

Cancellation insurance :
In order to guarantee the refund of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more, please click here.