Belgium by bike and boat: from Brussels to Bruges

Day 1: Brussels
Individual arrival in Brussels and embarkation from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Take some time to explore this city, where you can admire the Gothic town hall, the beautiful guild houses, the grand market, and the famous Manneken-Pis, symbol of the independence of the Brussels people.

Day 2: Vilvoorde – Mechelen – Willebroek (40 km)
During breakfast, the boat will set sail towards Vilvoorde. After your first bike stage will take you to Mechelen. The city of Mechelen is home to over 300 historic buildings, 8 of which are churches and are all gathered within less than 3 square kilometers. You will then cycle through green landscapes and gentle hills and magnificent countryside estates until you reach Willebroek.

Day 3: Willebroek – Antwerp (50 km)
From Willebroek, you will pass through Lier and arrive in Antwerp, famous for diamond processing. The historic center offers countless fascinating places, such as the Renaissance-style town hall, the Grote Markt, the Cathedral of Our Lady and the medieval castle of Het Steen.

Day 4: Antwerp – Dendermonde (42 km)
Today's route will take you cycling along the Schelde river to Hemiksen. You will then reach Rupelmonde, where you can admire the historic area where bricks have been produced since the Middle Ages. Finally, you will arrive at Sint Amands through the Brussels-Rupel maritime canal.

Day 5: Dendermonde – Ghent/Merelbeke (48 km)
Today's stage will take you from Dendermonde to Ghent, a beautiful city that combines old and new, with a richly historical center. The boat will be waiting for you at the end of the day moored in the suburb of Merelbeke, about a 30-minute bike ride from the city center.

Day 6: Ghent/Merelbeke – Bruges (40 km)
Set off in the morning for Lovendegem. From there, follow the canal that connects the city of Ghent to Ostend, pedaling on the bike path, until you reach Bruges, famous for its artistic masterpieces and museums. Enjoy the liveliness that pervades the Grote Markt, sipping a good tea or coffee on one of the many bar terraces overlooking the square.

Day 7: Bruges – North Sea – Bruges (55 km)
Today you will depart from Bruges to Damme and finally to the North Sea coast. Along the way, you'll have the chance to enjoy beautiful sandy beaches, take a dip in the sea, and relax in the many cafes along the coast. After a couple of hours of cycling, you'll return to Bruges.

Day 8: Bruges
After breakfast, disembarkation by 9:30 am and end of services.