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1 Under the spell of Maaseik > Maaseik information brochure > 2010 edition > Price: v 3,10

2 Maaseik, keeping you on your toes

3 4 culture 6 4 A voyage through time at the Regional Archaeological Museum 6 The Apothecary 8 Discover the most important ecclesiastical treasures of Limburg 10 Van Eyck exhibition 11 Romanticism in four centuries of painting 18 Discover a centuries-old profession in the Oeterdal watermills 26 Group excursions 28 Fun day trips and tips in and around Maaseik shopping Shopping in Maaseik recreation 22 Changing tack on the Maas River 24 An adrenaline kick at Sporta Beachclub 29 Volleyballclub Noliko Maaseik 30 Thema packages 42 Bivouacs, youth holidays, camping sites 43 Useful addresses 44 Special events 14 nature 14 Maaseik and you, a unique combo 16 Hot on the trail of the Goat Riders 16 hospitality 33 Our hotels 36 Other accommodations 41 Information about overnight stays 22 Maaseik what a welcome! Our new 2010 tourism brochure provides information on a wide range of activities our town has to offer visitors. Our unparalleled network of cycling and footpaths offer access to pristine nature along the Maas and on the Kempisch Plateau for hours or even days. The town s diversity art and culture, exciting museums, delightful outdoor cafés, numerous restaurants, attractive hotels and highquality shopping is all the more reason to come to Maaseik. Be sure to contact the Tourism Maaseik team. They will be delighted to help you get the very most out of your visit. Welcome to Maaseik what a welcome! Mariëtte Janssen Portfolio holder for tourism, museums, local economy, land management and agriculture. Maaseik Tourist Information Town hall, Markt Maaseik tel. +32 (0) fax +32 (0) toerisme.maaseik@maaseik.be Opening hours: March through October 2010 Weekdays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Weekends and holidays 10 a.m p.m. and 1.30 p.m.-5 p.m. November 2010 through February 2011: Weekdays: 9 a.m.-12 noon and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Weekends: 11 a.m.-15 p.m. Closed: 1, 2, 11 and 15 November 25 and 26 December 1 and 2 January March 2010 (Mid-Lent Parade) contact us Find out what Maaseik has to offer. Just drop by or call for more information on accommodation, maps, walking itineraries and much more. See you soon. 3

4 4 A voyage through time at the Regional Archaeological Museum

5 On 21 August 2009, the fully refurbished Regional Archaeological Museum opened its doors to the general public again. The museum is situated behind two beautifully renovated façades in Maasstyle, which give out onto the historic market square of the city of Maaseik. Once you step through the beautiful seventeenth-century doors, you find yourself on a fascinating voyage through time, whereby you are immersed in the history of the Maasland Region. Opening hours: 1 April up to and including 31 October: Tue-Sun: 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. 1 November up to and including 31 March: Tue-Sun: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Museums of Maaseik/Regional Archaeological Museum Lekkerstraat 5, 3680 Maaseik tel musea@maaseik.be Basic products Follow the gentle flow of the Maas and discover how you can craft beautiful objects, which have been an important part of the daily life of the Maasland people for centuries, using various raw materials. Masterpieces Our collection comprises several masterpieces, which are sure to leave a lasting impression. The beautiful ivory carvings of Pieter Geuns, the Agnus Dei or the medical instruments are but a few of the objects that are worth taking a look at. Big and small Discover the Maasland Region s history in an interactive manner and above all take a hands-on approach. The entire family will enjoy a fun and active days, filled with multimedia and other activities. Scenery Take a look at one of our beautiful scenes and feel like a real Roman soldier or maybe even a nun in one of our many convents. Additional days: Easter and Whit Monday Mondays in July and August Closed on: 1 January, 14 March (mid-lent parade), 1, 2, 11 and 15 November 24, 25 and 31 December Prices: Combination ticket RAM - Apothecary Museum - Ecclesiastical treasures: adults: 5 groups (+8 persons), 65+, students: yrs: 2 5

6 6 The Apothecary Museum

7 In the market square of Maaseik stands the proud façade of Den Blauwe Leeuwe house, which is built in typical Maaslander style. But this is not just any façade, it is the entrance to the oldest privatelyowned Apothecary in the country. Engelbert Lanckbein from Aken opened the Apothecary in 1704; from then on, six generations of pharmacists served there for more than 250 years, until Exhibition In 2010 we offer an exhibition that will give you an insight into the restoration works that will start in What will the furniture look like after the restoration? Why will it be displayed in a different manner? Another colour? Why? Come and find out more soon! Restoration In 2011 you will be able to watch the restorers at work, as they reveal the old colours of the cabinets once again and put together the furniture once again. The final outcome will be a surprise for everyone. Poisons Opium and arsenic are but a few of the best-known poisons. Our Apothecary has several other dangerous products, which have been carefully categorized in our Book of Poisons. Herb garden Enjoy a stroll through our renovated herb garden. You can pick up the scents, enjoy and sometimes even taste some of the herbs that are used in our Apothecary. KAFT.indd :31:59 Opening hours, closures, and prices: Identical to the Regional Archaeological Museum (see p.5). Museums of Maaseik/Apothecary Museum Lekkerstraat 5, 3680 Maaseik tel musea@maaseik.be 7

8 The Chamber of Discoveries In September 2010 we will be sending you on an expedition of archaeology based on 21 activities in a permanent educational space. Make your own arrow or jewellery or wear a coat of armour and become a real soldier. So many fun activities! Themed group visits From September 2010 we will also be offering a host of themed group visits, for school groups and for adults. A group visit tailored to suit your interested. Everything is possible in the Museums of Maaseik. Museum chest From September 2010 onwards, we will also be making available various museum chests with numerous replicas and fun gadgets to liven up your museum visit. Don t forget to ask about them when booking. Additional activities in 2010 Krokuskriebels From 16 until 21 February 2010 Heritage Day F Eyck my day? 25 April 2010 Open Monument Day 12 September 2010 Tasting days in November 2010 Christmas promotion during the Christmas holidays Opening hours, closures and prices: same as the Regional Archaeological Museum (see p. 5). Museums of Maaseik/The Chamber of Discoveries Lekkerstraat 5, 3680 Maaseik tel musea@maaseik.be 8

9 St Catherine s Church is always worth a visit and then we have not even discussed the exclusive treasures that can be found in this neo-classic church. The Codex Eyckensis, which has been included in the Flemish Government s list of Masterpieces, constitutes the most important ecclesiastical treasure of the Province of Limburg, together with the eight-century Textilia and other religious artefacts. Discover the most important ecclesiastical treasures of Limburg! Leaf through the Codex Eyckensis Take your time to leaf through the Codex Eyckensis with a user-friendly DVD presentation. This is the oldest Book of Gospels in Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg, which is carefully preserved in the Treasury. You can also take a closer look at the oldest preserved Anglo-Saxon textiles in Europe, beautiful reliquaries, silver and the relic shrines of St Harlindis and St Relindis, which are carried in a procession to the church of Aldeneik every 25 years (next procession in 2022). Opening hours: 1 April up to and including 31 October: Tue-Sun: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. 1 November up to and including 31 March: Tue-Sun: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Additional opening days: Easter and Whit Monday Mondays in July and August Closed on: 1 January, 14 March (Mid-Lent Parade) / 1, 2, 11 and 15 November / 24, 25 and 31 December Prices: Combination ticket RAM-Apothecary Museum- Ecclesiastical treasures: adults 5 groups (+8 persons), 65+, students: yrs: 2 Museums of Maaseik/ Treasury of St Catherine s Church Kerkplein, 3680 Maaseik t musea@maaseik.be 9

10 Van Eyck Exhibition All works of the renowned brothers in one room! Groups are welcome to the Van Eyck Exhibition in the agreeable 17 th century Capucienen church (built in 1635 and extended in 1956). Maaseik has always been well disposed to its world-class sons. A statute of the brothers was erected on Belgium s most beautiful market way back in Looking and learning Next to life-size slides and photos of all of the paintings, the copies by Aelman and Jan Peeters, you can also find out more about the origin, the craftsmanship and the creations of these Flemish Masters. You would normally have to travel the world to see these oeuvres. Now you can see everything in Maaseik! Van Eyck Exhibition Capucienenstraat 23, 3680 Maaseik Tel , fax Prices: Guided groups only: 1 p.p. Tip: individuals can join a guided Van Eyck walk every Sunday throughout the year. The walk includes a visit to the exhibition (2-4 pm). Price: 3 p.p. (see p.28) Attractive park west of St Gertrudis church Find out about Aldeneik s history but don t trip over the sorceress s stone... Aldeneik s Roman-gothic St Anna s church boasts a long and diverse history. The first structures date from the 730s when the local saints Harlindis and Relindis built a convent. Some 1270 years later the exterior of the church has been fully restored, while the interior is home to some remarkable pictures and objects of interest. The remains of old murals and a floor slab incorporated into the wall, which goes by the name the sorceress s stone according to an old legend, would fire anyone s imagination. If you re curious too, call the tourism service now to arrange a guided tour. The Roman-gothic St Anna s church in Aldeneik Rest and reflection in Heppeneert Be sure to visit the remarkable village of Heppeneert. Every house is built on the west side of the road along the Maas levee. Heppeneert s parochial church has been a busy place of pilgrimage since The scent of burning candles and hundreds of votive tiles accentuate the typical ambience of St Gertrudis church. The 16 th century figures constitute the most important artistic elements of the interior, including the retable fragment of St Jan Evangelist and BVM of Rest. The attractive park west of the church is home to the small chapels of the Seven Sorrows of Mary. Highly recommended for those that wish to find some peace and quiet for reflection. 10

11 The wedding F. De Braekeleer Winter landscape A. Schelfhout (19 th century) The blind lyre player Pieter Nijs (17 th century) Doll Jumeau with Pollock theatre Romanticism in four centuries of painting The Museum In the former convent of the Ursuline sisters, in Boomgaardstraat, in the centre of Maaseik, you will find the John Selbach Museum. It has a comprehensive collection of paintings, sculptures and furniture, which covers the period from the sixteenth century until the early twentieth century. The first department accommodates the extensive collection of paintings spanning four centuries from the 16 th century to the early 20 th century. Subjects include interiors, cityscapes, landscapes and seascapes, still lifes, animals and human portraits. As such, visitors make a cultural journey through time as they move through the museum in more ways than one. That sense of travelling through time is enhanced by the series of rooms furnished in various styles, from Renaissance to Biedemeier. Next to this imposing collection, you will also find the Doll and Toy Museum on the top floor, where the cells of the interns were situated. This doll and toy museum, established by Corinne Selbach, was formerly located in Maastricht. Toy dolls from the period between ± 1750 and 1950, made of wood, wax, papiermâché, fabric and biscuit porcelain have been arranged in various period rooms. Next to the dolls, there is also an interesting collection of antique toy furniture, tea sets, tin toys, steam machines, mechanical toys, teddy bears, train sets, cars and other gadgets. Opening hours: May - october: Wednesdays through Saturdays: 11 am till 5 pm October - may: Wednesdays through Saturdays: 11 am till 4 pm Closed: Sundays and holidays Info: John Selbachmuseum or Tourism Maaseik Groups (< 20 persons) are asked to reserve. The entire museum is wheelchairfriendly. selbachmuseum@telenet.be Prices: Ticket for the whole museum: 6 per person -12 (accompanied by an adult): 3 per person Groups (+ 20 persons), 65+, discount passes: 5 per person 11

12 12 Shopping in Maaseik

13 Maaseik is the perfect day out: stress-free shopping, a bite to eat and a touch of culture. Quality and affordability Stroll through Maaseik s shopping streets and you will immediately note that quality and affordability are what our town is all about. These twin attributes have always driven our success. The pedestrianised Bosstraat and the pedestrianised plazas at the Kloosterbempden, Hepperstaete and Kolonel Aertsplein malls are convenient places to stroll and shop in Maaseik. Friendly and patient The hospitality of people from Limburg is famed and the traders in the town centre uphold that reputation too. You will appreciate their friendliness and patience. Add the spectacular ambience of the market square and you are assured a wonderful day. Food-lovers welcome too There are numerous restaurants and pubs on the gorgeously restored market square, watched over by Jan and Hubert van Eyck. Small but beautiful is certainly apposite here. Galleries Ars Perennis, Eikerstraat 23, 3680 Maaseik, Galerie Exelmans, Zandbergerstraat 10, Neeroeteren, Explore our new Kloosterbempden, Hepperstaete and Kolonel Aertsplein shopping centres 13

14 14 Maaseik and you, a unique combo

15 If you re wondering if there are still places in Flanders that have not succumbed to the dictatorship of cars, you should get along to the Kempen and Maasland regional park, which includes the best of what twelve municipalities of northeast Limburg have to offer, all accessible by signposted cycle paths. Maaseik is a great starting point, offering a number of routes. So what are you waiting for? Hope to see you soon! 500 km of dedicated cycle paths! You d have to look hard to find a 1000 km network of cycle paths, 50% of which is off limits to cars, anywhere else. Get yourself a cycling map from Tourism Maaseik and follow one of the clearly numbered trails, each of which are interconnected by a series of junctions, so you can change direction on a whim. Head for the water mills, taking the Zuid- Willemsvaart hunting path and following the Maas to the Spaanjerd. Or if you re looking for more excitement, take the smuggler s route across the border to the Netherlands. Accommodation and packages Hotels in Maaseik offer a host of special packages. Tourism Maaseik can tell you more. Our own cycling package can be found elsewhere in this brochure on p. 31. See pp for our accommodation options. Fietskaarten Crossing-border Cycle Route Network Kempen and Maasland: the Euregional version: These maps lead you through the Belgian Regional Landscape Kem- pen and Maasland, as well as through the border region Dutch Limburg. Crossing-border Legend Route Maaseik (42.5 km). Statues along the Maas (56.5). Biking route along farms (24 km). Cycle paths in Limburg (published by Tourism Limburg). Biking in the track of the Goat Riders (Bokkenrijders) Explore the water mills along Bosbeek Rent a bike You can rent a bike in the centre of town at Tourism Maaseik for e 8 a day (return by 5 pm). See p 3 for opening hours. Remember to reserve on Equestrian tourism Hepperhof, Mrs Ilse Wijnants, Nuchelenweg 1, Heppeneert or Stables for up to 15 horses. Friesian stud farm. The Maaseik Tourist Information Office also sells 3 maps of the horse and carriage driving routes. Easy to read cycles maps and extensive signing ensure your trip is a success. Visit or call for information on the most up-to-date cycle maps 15 15

16 16 Hot on the trail of the Bokkenrijders

17 Walkers and ramblers will certainly find plenty to take their fancy in Maaseik. There are both interesting town walks and treks through unspoiled nature. Even extending over several days. Next to its beautiful and quiet cycling routes, the Regional Landscape Kempen and Maasland also has a host of walking paths in the Kempen-Broek Border Park, in the Maas Valley River Park and in the Hoge Kempen national park. So put on your walking boots, make your way to Maaseik and choose your route. Go for a walk in GrensPark Kempen-Broek GrensPark Kempen-Broek is a park covering more than 25,000 ha that takes in the municipalities of Bree (B), Bocholt (B), Maaseik (B), Kinrooi (B), Cranendonck (NL), Nederweert (NL) and Weert (NL). The central part of the park is a chain of nature areas, including swampland, marshes and water features. The drier north is home to wooded dunes and moorland. The fringes contain pasturage, fields and wooded borders. There is so much diversity! Wurfeld accommodates part of the GrensPark: Tösch- Langeren. You will be amazed by this little piece of wilderness. On the other side of Bosbeek you can walk through the picturesque landscape of Langeren with historic wooded borders and banks. The five walks start at the parking lot of Wurfeld castle. The new walking map costs e 2. Long GrensPark Kempen-Broek walk Wurfeld castle is also the start of the long Kempen-Broek walk. You will see GrensPark in all its glorious diversity. The fully signed path is 104 km long, but it can be shortened in seven places, enabling walkers to choose the optimal distance for them. Tours range from one to several days. The walking map costs e 5. To see all your options, visit or pick up a free companion leaflet, which lists all starting points of the GrensPark recreational paths. New! Walking in the Maas Valley River Park Maaseik-Aldeneik cultural walk If you wish to find out more about the legends and the historic background of the area, then you can choose from two interesting walks in the walking brochure: one is in picturesque Aldeneik and the other in cultural Maaseik (e 3). In November 2009, the Aldeneik & Maaseik, a current of culture walking area was opened. Five qualitative looped walks will take you through the quiet village of Heppeneert, the historic centres of Maaseik and Aldeneik, and past the gravel pond of Heerenlaak. Your guides are the well-known walking posts of the region. Start out from the church in Aldeneik or at the entrance of the Heerenlaak region. On the back of the map, you will numerous fun facts about the region. Visit or call for information on the most up-to-date walking maps. Walking maps: Tösch-Langeren (e 2) National Park Hoge Kempen walk pack (e 10-5 maps) Boder Park Kempen-Broek walk pack (e maps) Maasvallei walk pack (e 10-5 maps) 17

18 Discover a centuries-old profession in the Oeterdal water mills 18

19 Neer mill Wurfelder mill This well preserved water mill was milling local grain as early as 1560 and remained in operation until It was also a paper mill for a time, which can be seen from the ventilation hatches. They were most likely used to dry the newly produced paper. The wooden cogs used until the end of the fifties remain today. The mill is still in private hands, but considering its good condition it certainly warrants a visit. Water mills rule along Bosbeek and Oeterbeek. Twelve of the sixteen original mills are still in good or very good working order, making this creek one of the most productive in the province. Whether they were used to grind grain into flour or to saw wood, the mills are testament to an illustrious past that will appeal to young and old alike. The oldest Bosbeek mill sits in the shadow of St Lambertus church. This grain mill was first put into operation as early as The timber and loam structure made way for the existing building in The miller is eager to tell you how the grain is being ground into flour and immediately suits the action to the word. Klaaskens mill Built in 1548, this oilseed mill is still a very interesting visit. Extended in 1916 to become the only saw mill powered by water in Flanders, the mill has now been restored to its original conditions. Take the guided tour to see planks sawed in the traditional way. The former baking house is now a café for cycle enthusiasts. Miller s explanation: 1, 3 and 5 pm. Dorper mill This buckwheat mill is undoubtedly the oldest mill in Opoeteren. Together with St Dionysius church and Bosbessen square it is one of the village s top-drawer attractions. Time has gnawed at the structure, which was built in 1530 and rebuilt in 1859, but the exterior and interior is still intact. The building is currently used to store cattle feed, but the mill is still in working order. Explore the water mills along Bosbeek by bike Opening hours: Neer mill May, June and September: Every first and third Sunday of the month, 2 pm till 5 pm 1 july - 31 august: Saturdays and Sundays, 2 pm till 5 pm Klaaskens mill 1 May-30 June and 1-14 September: Saturdays and Sundays, noon till 8 pm Miller s explanation: 1, 3 and 5 pm 1 july - 31 august: Mondays to Sundays, noon till 8 pm Closed on Wednesdays. Miller s explanation: 1, 3 and 5 pm Price: Klaaskens mill en Neer mill 1 each 19

20 Maaseik on the map Paardenpension Hagershof Krekershof BELGIE MAASEIK E25 NEDERLAND E314 DUITSLAND E313 E40 1 cm = 1 km km Op t Busselen Wouterbron en vijver Forelvijver Bergeinde Manège De Volmolen Bosbeek Vallei Forelvijver Flamingo Legend Museum Castle Church Water mill Hotel Camping Rural tourism Stables Water sports Nature reserve Information office Place of interest Hollow, marshland, woodland Walk departure point Swimming Skating rink Shopping centre 20

21 KNAPKOEKSTRAAT STADSWAL KNAPKOEKSTRAAT STADSWAL Maaseik Neeroeteren Opoeteren DEKESKAMP HEILEKAMP BEGIJNENSTR. PELSERSTRAAT LOERSTRAAT BEGIJNENSTR. PELSERSTRAAT LOERSTRAAT ONDERGRONDSE PARKING 21

22 Take a trip on the Maas 22

23 Plain sailing for water lovers! Overnight stays, celebrations, meetings and/or teambuilding sessions on a converted barge that is docked in Maasplas. The Spaanjers in Belgian Limburg. info: Original party on the water Add an extra dimension to your family party or company outing, on board De Paep van Meinecom III. This cruiser can take groups of 25 to 120 people for trips to the old settlement Stevensweert, the white town of Thorn or Maasbracht. There is plenty to keep you amused on the way! Lunch, press conference, office party, reception, cocktails... the gangway is down, the horn sounds. Welcome on board! rental of sailboats and organisation of trainings sailcenter The Cannes of Limburg We also have that Mediterranean ambience. Since 1980 d.v. Maaslandse Recreatiecentra, or Marec for short, has operated the two biggest inland marinas in Europe. De Spaanjerd in Ophoven-Kinrooi has room for 990 yachts. Heerenlaak in Aldeneik-Maaseik is home to around 430 smaller but faster boats. Both marinas are equipped with jetties that rise and fall with the height of the river. Marina visitors are certainly pampered. Heerenlaak has two fully equipped camping sites. The Sporta water sports centre offers many different kinds of waterbound fun. More info Marec Maaslandse Recreatiecentra D.V. Maasdijk 1 Bus 3 B-3640 Ophoven Tel Fax info@marec.be

24 Adrenaline kick in Sporta Beachclub Maaseik waterskiing and wakeboard centre Waterskiing, wake2wake, kneeboarding, slider, water fun. Advance bookings necessary: equipment and wetsuits available Leeuwerikstraat Maaseik More about Sporta Tel , fax or write to Sporta Beachclub Maaseik for a free brochure. For room bookings and info, Tourism Maaseik at toerisme.maaseik@maaseik.be Heerenlaakweg 68, 3680 Maaseik. 24

25 Sporta Beachclub Beachclub Maaseik holiday centre can accommodate up to 78 guests. There are 15 rooms for four to six persons with separate shower and toilet, including two rooms for those with special access needs. There are also two separate shower rooms, a fully equipped kitchen and a separate dining and relaxation room. Sporta Beachclub is also a great place to experience a fun day of sports or relaxation. Sporta has a wide range of sports packages for groups, companies and schools. The magnificent private sandy beach is an ideal place to relax in or by the water. If you d rather get active, there are plenty of courses for beginners and advanced learners alike, in windsurfing, optimist sailing, kayaking, canoeing, beach volleyball, BMX, archery or teambuilding activities. Activities are open to holiday centre guests and non-guests alike. Sporta provides all equipment and special clothing (life vests and wetsuits). Trained, experienced supervision is also provided. Sporta arranges a host of sports contests and courses for all-comers in July and August (Mondays to Fridays). Visit and find out exactly what you can do! SPORTA BEACHCLUB > prices 2010 Groups (from 15 persons) 12 year +12 year BED 1 children adults Night (room for 4 6 persons) per person e 13,00 e 16,00 Less than 4 persons in a room per person e 16,50 e 19,50 Single per person e 20,00 e 23,50 Suppl. for 1 night in the weekend per person e 6,50 e 8,00 Suppl. for groups of less than 15 persons per person e 3,50 e 3,50 1 Discount for registered youth clubs = 10 % MEALS 2 EXTRAS: bed sheets e 5,00 SERVICE INCLUDED Breakfast (cornflakes and yoghurt) per person e 3,35 e 3,70 Sandwich lunch (lunchtime) per person e 5,70 e 6,30 Snacks (lunchtime) per person e 6,75 e 7,45 Hot meal (evenings) per person e 8,00 e 8,85 Barbecue 2 pieces per person e 11,40 e 11,40 Barbecue 3 pieces per person e 15,15 e 15,15 Barbecue 4 pieces per person e 17,00 e 17,00 Packaged lunch per person e 4,30 e 4,90 4 o clock snack per person e 1,75 e 2,00 2 Included in the price: water with hot meals and coffee with the other meals. Self-catering is possible when renting the entire building. BEVERAGES (compulsory) 3 Soft drinks: Cola, Cola Light, Fanta, nestea, Sprite, still and sparkling water 20cl bottle e 1,00 Beers: Primus 25cl bottle e 1,00 Tongerlo brown, Kriek Mystiek 33cl bottle e 1,45 Tongerlo triple 33cl bottle e 1,75 Wines: Red wine 75cl bottle e 6,20 White (Pinot Blanc) Aldeneik wine 75cl bottle e 9,50 White (Pinot Gris) Aldeneik wine 75cl bottle e 9,50 3 You may provide your own beverages only for special activities. In these cases, a 2.00 per day per person surcharge. HIRE THE ENTIRE COMPLEX Exclusive use of the whole Beachclub accommodation centre for up to 78 persons (incl. kitchen) One night e 980,00 night Two or more nights e 660,00 night 25

26 > uitgave 2010 Group excursions information and reservations: Chantal or Maddy Maaseik-Thorn boat trip Your guide welcomes you in Maaseik around 10 am for a boat trip on the Maas to Thorn. Coffee and special Maaseik biscuits on board. In the white town of Thorn in the Netherlands you can explore the old centre and the magnificent abbey church. After a full midday meal in Maaseik you visit the attractive market square and one of the interesting museums (see pp 4-9). The day ends with a short tour through the surroundings by coach or tourist train. Art and nature in Oeterdal After coffee and flan (vlaai) in Neeroeteren your guided tour gets underway with a visit to Exelmans art gallery (regular exhibitions and a wonderful sculpture garden). You will then visit beautiful St Lambertus church. After a full midday meal you explore Oeterdal covered wagon, stopping on the way at Klaaskens mill. Wine and dine You start with coffee and a special Maaseik biscuit (knapkoek) before setting off for Aldeneik and a guided tour of Aldeneyck vineyard (tasting included). After a full midday meal you visit the Bonaparte traditional chocolate and praline factory, before a short tour through the surroundings. After a hearty lunch, it s time for a visit to the John Selbach Museum, focusing on the theme of food and drink in the pictorial arts. Groepsbezoeken Maaseik Ideas for groups (only in dutch) Our comprehensive brochure for groups is packed with ideas for office outings, family parties, nature exploration and school trips. Prices depend on your choice of museum, the number of people in your group and the chosen date. We will be delighted to put together a personal quote for you. Ask for a free copy from Tourism Maaseik. 26

27 Round trip to Thorn or Stevensweert De Paep van Meinecom III takes you on a special trip on Marec lakes. It can seat 120 persons and is covered. During the summer months, on Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays and on holidays, De Paep sails to Thorn and Stevensweert at fixed times. An excellent idea for a day trip. De Paep van Meinecom III round trip Return ticket De Spaanjerd-Thorn: Adults e 7,50 Children e 6,00 De Spaanjerd- Stevensweert: Adults e 5,00 Children e 4,50 No advance bookings. De Spaanjerd (Ophoven) Stevensweert Thorn 1:30 pm 1:50 pm 2:30 pm 3:30 pm 3:50 pm 4:30 pm 5:30 pm 5:50 pm 6:30 pm Tourist train A platinum train takes passengers on a tour of the region. Two of the three carriages can be heated. The third carriage has a pneumatic platform and space for two wheelchairs. The loudspeaker system ensures that the guide is audible throughout the train. In May, June and September the tourist train operates every Sunday at 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm. In July and August it operates daily at 2 pm, 3 pm and 4 pm (subject to demand). Want to reserve our plucky little train for a special occasion? Weddings, office parties, promotional stunts and more. Climb aboard! Tourist train e 125 for the first hour, incl. driver, VAT and insurance (Belgium). Each additional hour: e 99. Half day (4 hours): e 395. Full day (8 hours): e 740. Additional charge of e 50 per hour for trips beyond the boundaries of Maaseik. Shuttle train: Adults (from 12 years): e Children (6-12 years): e 1. Children aged 6 years and under travel free! 27