The late King Baudouin stated, “Our
country has the unique advantage of lying at a crossroads
of the great cultures of Europe.” This has
been both a privilege and a curse for the small kingdom
of Belgium, as it presents an outstanding variety of history – historic
battlefields at Waterloo, Ypres and Bastogne; the art of
the Golden Age; the architecture of the Art Nouveau Style;
and a love for cycling unequaled elsewhere in Europe. The
Spring Classics are the traditional opening acts
to the European racing calendar, and the Belgians – in
particular the Flemish – embrace these races, with
the biggest prize being their beloved Ronde
van Vlaanderen. This
passion continues for the Hell of the North, Paris- Roubaix,
a race they proudly consider their own.
EPIC CYCLING
There are no greater single day races in the sport of cycling
than the Spring Classics of April. From the Koppenberg
and the steep cobbled climbs of the Flemish Ardennes,
to the Arenberg Forest and the hellish pavé of
Northern France’s Paris-Roubaix,
these races define cycling and the riders who win them. Experience
all the drama of these epic battles up close – from
the amateur Tour of
Flanders Cyclosportif to the toughest
sectors of pavé leading to the Roubaix velodrome. We
think you’ll agree that you have to ride it to
believe it!
AUTHENTIC CULTURE
Historic Belgium is on every street you walk down. Shopping
and eating in the Grote Market, wandering along its charming
canals and across cobbled bridges. The eclectic city
of Gent pulsates under the shadows of its stone structures,
while the Walloonian city of Tournai proudly displays is
cathedral and belfry, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Savor a fresh Leffe beer in a traditional Flemish pub,
while luxurious accommodations in converted Guild Houses
transport you to an era of wealthy merchants and silk traders. View
the amazing artwork of Henri Magritte, Jan van Eyck, Peter
Rubens and the only work by Michelangelo outside of Italy.
EXEMPLARY SERVICE
Ex perience counts, and we put our intricate knowledge
of Belgian roads to good use to assure you’re in
prime viewing for all of the race-winning moves. Relive
the day’s excitement in the warm surroundings of
Belgian hospitality with some traditional monk’s
brew, perhaps a Westmalle Trappist Ale, before dining
on fresh baby shrimp, plucked daily from the
North Sea – all guaranteed to change your perception
of springtime in Belgium! Register
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