strong points
The main assets of Paul's Place are - obviously - its location, its specific design and its ample facilities.
Zonnebekes 67-hectare Staatsbos (Communal Woods), better known as the Doelbos or Polygoonbos, is a forest reserved for walking, and lies only a couple of hundred yards from the cottage. You can use Paul's Place as a basis for exploring the Westhoek and Northern France. You can immerse yourself in local history, or just sit back and enjoy the peace and quiet. |
cycling and hiking |
Your location is also perfect for a cycling holiday. Paul's Place takes you straight to the signposted mountainbike trails or to the junctions of the local cycling network. Mind you, we do not (yet) rent out bikes, but our library provides you with all the necessary maps.
Paul's Place is also very suitable for hikers. The Gasthuis Woods and the provincial grounds De Palingbeek are just over five miles away from the premises, just like many infamous WW I sites of the Ypres Salient. You'll be surprised to discover so many beauty spots so close by. Local hiking trails are easily accessible from Paul's Place, and we have all the necessary maps available. Only a few miles away lies Bellewaerde, a popular theme park, which your children will absolutely adore. |
in the area |
And there is another asset!
Eddy, your host, is a fully qualified, English-speaking tour guide. In this capacity, he and a biking colleague, organise guided tours tailor-made for motorbikers. For more information, visit www.c-nm.be. Consequently, motorbikers who take interesting in history and culture are most welcome, as Eddy can also offer tips to make bikers stays as interesting as possible. Eddy, himself an avid biker, can even offer individually-guided tours. Whether youre interested in the Great War, the city of Ypres, Bruges, Northern France, the culinary delights of the Westhoek or Flemish culture in general, Eddy can give you the best advice. Having many contacts in the local tourist and catering industries, he will be able to recommend the right people for any of your needs. Your host will be happy to offer his expert assistance whether in the local area or beyond. His expert advice may even help you to visit more remote war sites, such as Fromelles, Vimy Ridge or the Somme, all accessible from Paul's Place in a day, either by car or by motorbike. |