Kasterlee
Let your senses be stimulated and enjoy the beautiful nature in Kasterlee to the fullest. It is the ideal place for cycling or hiking, but also to enjoy a delicious snack or drink in one of the 60 restaurants and bars in Kasterlee.
A person would almost think that Kasterlee must be the end of the world, with so much nature. Nothing is less true! Perfectly accessible via the E34 and E313 highways, you can reach cities such as Antwerp, Hasselt and Eindhoven in half an hour. Ideal also for the traveler on their way to the sunny south or back home to the UK, Germany, the Netherlands and so on.
Children also have the best time in Kasterlee. From April the 1st there are various activities for children.
For all information about Kasterlee, go to https://en.visitkasterlee.be or ask for the possibilities at the reception or the Tourist Information Office of Kasterlee.
Cycling, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, ...
Do you like to keep it sporty? Take a look at the following links to go to Houtum fully prepared:
Thanks to the extensive cycling junction netwerk of the Province of Antwerp, you can cycle tot your heart's content in the Kempen Region. We are located between node 87 and 88. Use the route generator to map out a route or ask the reception for the tips and themed routes.
Just like for cycling, there are also hiking nodes, hiking from number to number and determining how many kilometres you want to hike. We are located in the middle of the hiking network 'De Kempense Heuvelrug'. From the Nete valley to the sand dunes, from the fields to the forests, you will find absolutely everything here. We are located between the nodes 1, 20 and 69. Use the route generator to map out a route or ask the reception for the best tips.
De Kleine Nete (our river) is unique in Flanders: it is the only river where you can kayak en where no motorized transport is allowed. It is not a wild stream, but a quiet rippling river, ideal for a relaxed trip. For long trips, it is best to cycle to the Watermill of Retie and book a kayak at Kempen Kayaks. Or you can walk to our neighbour at 'Netherust' where you can also hire a 1-, 2- or 3-person kayak and sail up the Nete towards Retie and back. Reservations can be made via their website www.netherust.be . Open every day during the season.
The Kempen is known for the sandy soil in which 'De Kempenaar' (the original occupant) is rooted: a challenge for many a mountain biker. This has earned us mountain bike champions up to world level. Want to try it yourself? Then create your own route with this planner. Start at the Duineneind sports hall, less than a kilometre away.
The Antwerp Kempen in Flanders, Belgium
We feel like proud ambassadors of a region that is more than worth to visit.
Immerse yourself in the cosiness of Kasterlee, the authenticity of villages such as Postel, the history of cities such as Lier and Turnhout or get to know the friendly Kempen national character in the countless popular cafes, shops and weekly markets.
As family owners, we like to make time for our guests. We do everything necessary to provide you with an unforgettable holiday and to provide you with the best possible information about the region.
Do you want a preview? Take a look at the website of Tourism Province of Antwerp: www.kempen.be
Art cities
Do you want some culture in addition to all that natural beauty? Then visit the many great cities around Kasterlee.
The old Duchy of Brabant and the County of Flanders were the cultural, political and economic center of Europe in the full Middle Ages. Many remnants of this can still be found in the form of the numerous cities that sprang up at that time, such as Turnhout, Herentals, Lier, Mechelen, Antwerp, Brussels, Hasselt, ...
Moreover, they are easily accessible by car or public transport. The public bus (line 490 Turnhout - Aarschot) takes you from the 'Venheide' stop on the Geelsebaan to the station of Geel or Turnhout. This bus stop is about 900m walking distance from Camping Houtum. Several trains depart daily from Geel and Turnhout throughout Flanders. Be sure to take a look at https://www.belgiantrain.be/en to check the hours of both train and bus services and buy a (return) ticket online. The choice is yours!
