Retie

Many of Antwerp’s most interesting sights are within easy driving distance of Retie, making it a smart choice as a place to base yourself during your visit. Two attractions that should be at the top of every visitor’s list is the fabulous National Playing Card Museum and the ever-popular Castle of the Dukes of Brabant. Two other popular spots nearby Retie are Taxandria Museum and Tongerlo Abbey.

If you are ready to grab a bargain, shop til you drop amid the many stores that are part of Market Square in Westerlo.

Sports lovers should book tickets for Cristal Arena, Genk to see the KRC Genk in action. On game days the stadium becomes a sea of blue and white, as local soccer lovers join together to get behind their beloved team.

At the end of a day exploring the streets of Retie, relax for the night in one of the area’s popular bed-and-breakfasts, hotels or short-stay apartments. For a good night’s sleep it’s hard to go past the Campanile Hotel Eindhoven, the NH Conference Centre Koningshof, Veldhoven, and the Hotel Corsendonk Viane, Turnhout.