Glamping Belgium
Glamping Belgium
Belgium is a country that surprises glampers with the sheer diversity of experiences packed into a compact territory. The Ardennes, in the south, present a landscape of deep forests, river valleys and centuries-old abbeys reminiscent of the Black Forest but infused with the warmth of Walloon hospitality. Flanders, in the north, complements the picture with glamping beside the North Sea and access to medieval cities that look like Renaissance paintings.
With over 120 glamping accommodations across both regions, Belgium lets you combine nature, culture and one of Europe's richest cuisines in weekend breaks or longer escapes. An excellent rail and road network means any point in the country is less than two hours from any other, making Belgium ideal for glampers who want to pack in as many experiences as possible.
Trappist beer and abbeys
Belgium has more Trappist breweries than any other country, and several of the brewing abbeys are located in the Ardennes, just a short drive from major glamping areas. Orval, Rochefort and Chimay welcome visitors who can taste unique beers brewed by monks following centuries-old recipes, accompanied by artisan cheeses produced in the abbeys themselves.
Forests of the Ardennes
The beech and oak forests of the Belgian Ardennes form one of the most impressive woodland landscapes in western Europe. Rivers such as the Semois, the Lesse and the Ourthe wind through deep valleys, sustaining an ecosystem rich in deer, wild boar and birds of prey. Glamping in this region means waking in the heart of the forest, morning mist drifting between the trees and the murmur of the river as your only alarm clock.
Chocolate and Belgian gastronomy
Belgium produces some of the world's finest chocolate, and artisan chocolatiers in Bruges, Brussels and Ghent offer workshops where you can learn the art of the praline and the truffle. Belgian gastronomy stretches far beyond chocolate: moules-frites, carbonade flamande (beef stew braised in beer), Liege waffles and a patisserie tradition that rivals France's all form part of a rich culinary landscape.
Medieval cities
From any glamping site in Belgium you can easily reach cities that seem frozen in time. Bruges, with its canals and Gothic facades, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ghent blends medieval architecture with a vibrant cultural scene. Dinant, in the Ardennes, rises dramatically above the River Meuse. These cities make it effortless to alternate days in nature with world-class cultural outings.
Kayaking and river sports
The rivers of the Ardennes are perfect for kayaking and canoeing, activities that many glamping sites offer as an add-on. The descent of the Lesse between Houyet and Anseremme is a classic: 21 kilometres of river between limestone cliffs, caves and forests. The Semois offers gentler stretches ideal for families, with stops at river beaches where you can enjoy a picnic of local produce.
Belgium is a glamping destination that surprises with its landscape diversity within a compact territory. From the wooded hills of the Ardennes to the broad beaches of West Flanders, the country offers unique experiences for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
The Belgian Ardennes, with over 70 glamping sites, are a green refuge of deep valleys, winding rivers and forests of beech and oak. Here you can pair a stay in a luxury cabin with visits to the famous Trappist abbeys such as Orval and Rochefort, where some of the world's finest beers are brewed.
West Flanders adds a coastal dimension with glamping beside the North Sea. The region is the gateway to historic cities like Bruges and Ghent, and the country's excellent connectivity makes it easy to combine nature and culture in a single trip.