For centuries, Beselare has been known as a village of witches where the name and fame of the witches far transcend the village boundaries. During the 'Heksen wandellus', you will pass the homes of some important witches such as 'Calle Bletters', 'Sefa Bubbels' and 'Tanneken Vanhulle'. The Beselare witches could?

Source research In this workshop, participants compile their own personal dossier of a fallen soldier from the Battle of Passchendaele. Using a photo, name and date of death, they carry out their own source research. Files The files from this workshop come from our 'Passchendaele Archives' project, with which we?

The northern walking loop connects the castle grounds of Zonnebeke with the historic battlefields on the outskirts of Passchendaele. That village was taken by the British at the cost of ten thousand lives in 1917. Along the route, two nations that fought at the Battle of Passchendaele stand out strongly.?

In Zonnebeke, it is pleasant for everyone to go outside and enjoy nature. For people with reduced mobility, there are the following options for a pleasant walk: Firstly, you can take a nice walk in the Chateau Domain which has barrier-free, paved paths. In addition, in cooperation with Tourism Flanders,?

The buzzing grassland is a piece of nature in the Castle Domain of Zonnebeke that was given a boost by Regional Landscape Westhoek in 2018. Thus, the grassland was scarified and sown with some vanished and once common native herb species. No fertiliser or pesticides are used, resulting in a?

The Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 presents the historical story of World War I in a moving and vivid way, with a special focus on the Battle of Passchendaele. This 1917 battle is known as one of the most gruesome battles of World War I, with nearly 600,000 casualties for a?

Looking for a fun activity for young and old? Since May 2018, the Old Cheese Factory has been guaranteeing a brand new minigolf course with no less than 18 different courses! Each golf course is equipped with a different obstacle for maximum fun. The course is dressed with real objects?

Family quest Since the time of the Romans, Zonnebeke has been considered an ideal place for a village. In the early Middle Ages an abbey was even built there. The park was owned by the abbey and provided food and income. Next to the abbey stood the castle of a?

DISCOVER THE CULINARY DELIGHTS OF THE WESTHOEK IN STYLE! Do you like special cool climate wines? Of delicious Westhoek gastronomy? And do you fancy an adventurous day out? D'Antoniusscooters, Wijndomein Ravenstein and WijnResto Merlijn are joining forces and have put together an adventurous and culinary wine experience for groups. You?

The historic castle grounds of Zonnebeke are home to the Passchendaele Museum, the municipal library 'De Letterschuur', the Koklikoo and the Zonnebeke Tourist Office. This is the ideal starting point for exploring Zonnebeke. Various walking and cycling routes depart from here along car-free paths. Less than three kilometres away are?

Stories for underway "Stories for the road" is a series of walking booklets with themed walks that are not signposted, but where a handy brochure helps you on your journey. This walk takes you through a bewitched Beselare and follows a route that passes several POIs. A combination of folklore,?

Good news for walking enthusiasts! Since 2024, Zonnebeke has had a walking junction network. The walking network covers five municipalities: Zonnebeke, Moorslede, Wervik, Langemark-Poelkapelle and Ypres. With 256 kilometres of footpaths and trails, it is the largest network in West Flanders. Toppers along the way Slow roads take you along?

Exploring the area with a go-cart? This is definitely possible! Casa D&N offers go-carts for individuals and groups. This allows you to explore the area in a quiet and unique way. Don't know the area well? No problem! Dorine and Nico will give you plenty of tips on possible routes?

The 'Folklore walking loop' in Beselare is a thematic walk that highlights a number of historical traditions, the cultural peculiarities and inhabitants of the municipality over the centuries. The reclamation and development of the wasteland by the 'Lords of Beselare', the economic activity, the revival after World War I and?

The Adventure Trail lets children and adults discover the 'Natural Game Landscape'. Step trunks, footbridges and trees bring you to a slightly higher viewing platform each time. Romp, climb, play ... and enjoy the beautiful nature in the meantime. It is a walk through the Zonnebeke Castle domain. Download the?

Relax with your family or friends? Put a smile on the face of your children? It is possible with Alpaca Adventure. Discover our Alpaca farm in Zonnebeke and experience an unforgettable adventure. Discover a unique hiking experience with the alpacas! For the kids there are plenty of activities like all?

The 'Pioneer walking loop' is entirely dedicated to the German war story. Various aspects are covered along the route. For instance, you will learn about unprecedented construction work, which took place in our region between 1915 and 1917, and the wartime suffering on the German side. This route connects beautiful,?

Sometimes you just want to take a walk around the block, with or without a dog. Sometimes you want to do a thematic walk and some people don't put on their walking shoes for less than 30 km. Due to its location on the Central West Flemish Heuvelrug, Zonnebeke is?

Kate, the black woodpecker, has lost all hope. She really wants to find the love of her life and have her own nest of eggs. But in the wider area of ​​the Gasthuisbossen there is no male woodpecker to be found... If the man doesn't find her, she will search.?

This thematic walk is all about the New Zealand war story. The trail starting at The Old Cheese Factory introduces you to the New Zealand battlefield of 1917. New Zealand troops, along with the Australians, were given the arduous task of taking the heights of Passchendaele in early October. Along?

At the Passchendaele Museum, children can be taken in tow by Lisa, her nephew Louis and the museum rat Maurice. Lisa and Louis visit their grandfather, who collects all kinds of things from WWI in the castle of Zonnebeke. With an audio game, folding map and fun assignments, they playfully?

The thematic 'Nonnebossen walking loop' focuses on the history of the once vast forests between Zonnebeke and Ypres. At the beginning of the 12th century, an abbey was founded and developed successfully thanks to a lot of donations. When iconoclasts acted violently on three occasions, the abbey burned down and?

With the handy 'The Legacy' walking map, you can explore our municipality. Along the Geluveld Walking Route, you will enjoy wide-open landscapes and beautiful panoramas of the Leie valley and the Border region. Along the way, you will learn a lot about the history of this village, which was of?

The 'Canadian Road to Passchendaele' takes you in the footsteps of the Canadian troops, who were given the difficult task of taking the ruins of Passchendaele in 1917. Along the way, you will learn more about this saddening campaign. After more than 100 days, they had advanced only 8 km?

Stories for the road Before WWI, Zonnebeke is a typical agricultural community with little industry. The village has about 4,000 inhabitants. Life there was characterised by diligent labour, Sunday high mass and the fair as one of the annual highlights. However, the First World War thoroughly shakes up daily life.?