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Not to be missed along the way
St. Elisabeth Beguinage
The Beguinage of Kortrijk was probably founded by Joan of Constantinople in 1238. It is one of the most important historical sites in the city and was recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1998. The image of beguines as strong religious women is covered extensively in the new experience centre, which has been located in the St. Anne’s Hall since July 2014. Visitors get to know more about the mystical roots and the innovative character of the beguinage and the beguines. The beguinage is made up further of some forty white houses and the St. Matthew’s Chapel. In the viewing house located near the main entrance, you can see how a beguine lived in the late nineteenth century.
West Flanders Scheldemeersen
The West Flanders Scheldemeersen, an area of marshes and meadows, stretches along the left bank of the Scheldt, on the border between West Flanders, East Flanders and Hainaut. They form a fairly open and nature-rich landscape with water- and flower-rich hayfields, reed beds and hedgerows along cut-off bends of the Scheldt with still or slow-moving water. These ‘coupures’ were created when the Scheldt was straightened in order to improve navigation and water drainage. The wet area is a paradise for water-loving plants, fish, amphibians, dragonflies, butterflies, waterfowl, reed birds and birds of prey. A good place to stop on the Scheldt Route for a picnic or a short walk in nature.
