Flanders

Welcome to Flanders, the birthplace of cycling

There is so much to experience in Flanders, so be sure to stay a little longer! Flanders is a region full of history, heritage, and beautiful natural landscapes. Explore the host city Ostend or venture out to other nearby gems. Take a walk in The Zwin, spend a few nights in Bruges or Ghent (both easily reachable by train), or visit the historic Flanders Fields region. Want to fully immerse yourself in cycling? Then take the train to Roeselare and visit the KOERS museum, a true must for cycling fans.

Prefer to hop on your own bike? Cycling in Flanders offers a carefully curated selection of routes and events. Looking for a route with one or more specific cobbled climbs? Check out our overview of the best cobbled sections and climbs and the routes that include them. The website also provides all the information you need to plan your active cycling holiday in Flanders, including some challenging options like the Flandrien Challenge and the 525 km bikepacking route Ultimate Flanders 525. The perfect excuse to return in spring or summer!

Photo © J.J. Soenen