Castle Hotels in Belgium

Castle Hotels in Belgium
Belgium is a country rich in history and the perfect destination for the outdoor enthusiast. Much of Belgium has yet to be developed, and endless countrysides are still untouched. The Ardennes Region of the country features the Réseau Autonome des Voies Lentes, a network of bike paths for all ability levels. Or consider a scenic hike. Flanders is located right on the coast, perfect for hiking or trekking along the ocean paths. After a day of enjoying the natural beauty of the country, Belgium also has a number of authentic castles in which to spend the night.

Château d'Hassonville

Château d'Hassonville was built for Louis XIV, also known as the Sun King, and it sits on 1,606 acres of land, much of which is as it was when it was designed for the Sun King himself. Go hiking, biking, ride in a hot air balloon, go horseback riding or tour the grounds. Rooms have fireplaces, high ceilings and some have whirlpools. Chef Olivier Delaere presides over the castle's own restaurant, which offers gourmet fare on a price fixed menu or an la carte menu. Try the foie gras, the soup of chanterelles or the risotto.

Castle Hassonville
6900 Aye (Marche en Famenne)
Belgium
011 (+32) 0 84 31 10 25
hassonville.be

Chateau de Grimonster

Chateau de Grimonster is an ancient castle tucked deep in the woods just south of Liege. The castle sits right on a nature preserve that was established in 1976. Go bird-watching for Kingfishers or checkout the wild orchids. Consider playing tennis, relaxing by the pond or going horseback riding. The castle is family friendly. A portion of the castle on the ground floor is for rent all year-round and an additional portion on the first floor is for rent in the summer. Rooms have working fireplaces and authentic furnishings.

Chateau de Grimonster
4190 Ferrières
Province Liege, Belgium
Region Ardennes
011 (+32) 0 27 31 6213
grimonster.com

B&B Kasteel Ten Berghe

B&B Kasteel Ten Berghe looks as it likely did in the Middle Ages, surrounded by a moat and adorned with antique furniture and wallpaper. Rooms have modern amenities like a television, private bathroom and refrigerator. The castle offers a free breakfast. Go hiking, fishing or relax in the garden terrace. The hotel is a short walk from the coast. No smoking is allowed anywhere in the hotel and no pets are allowed either. The hotel is situated just outside of the city of Bruges, hidden down a gravel driveway.

B&B Kasteel Ten Berghe
Dudzeelsesteenweg 311
8000 - Brugge -West-Vlaanderen - Belgium
011 (+32) 0 50 67 9697
kasteeltenberghe.be

Article Written By Catherine Madison

Catherine Madison is a full-time freelance writer specializing in travel and food. She has written for "Stir Magazine," My Food Place, Hispanic Kitchen and Sustainability. Madison holds a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Georgia.

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