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ns io t a d o m m o c c a y Accessible holida ls e s s u r B d n a s r e in Fland

www.accessinfo.be

Accessible Travel Info Point

Flanders – a holiday area for everyone!

So you feel like taking a holiday? You want to get away from it all, go to the coast, a city trip or the countryside? And you want to be sure the destination is accessible? If that’s the case, this is the brochure for you.

You can browse through the colourful pages to get in the holiday mood. And there’s more! The brochure also provides information about what you can expect in terms of accessibility. From the front door to the toilet, everything has been investigated onsite and evaluated by professionals. Only Flander’s best destinations are mentioned in this book.

Existing readers know that the book grows thicker every year. The choice of destinations increases every year and they are more diverse. We are happy with this change. Take a look: you’ll discover new addresses for the first time.

We’re sure you’ll have fun exploring these destinations and wish you a fantastic holiday.

The Info Point Team, Liesbeth, Dries, Katrien, Ewoud and Pieter

Accessible Travel Info Point Grasmarkt 61 - 1000 Brussels

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Table of contents Coast

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Hotels Knokke-Heist - Huyshoeve Blankenberge - Aazaert Blankenberge - Du Commerce Blankenberge - José Ostend - Europe Ostend - Golden Tulip Bero Ostend - Melinda Nieuwpoort - Cosmopolite De Panne - Hotel Aan Zee Koksijde - Casino

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Guest rooms Ostend - ’t Hof Ten Hullenhove

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Holiday houses Oostduinkerke - Domein Rietvelde

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Holiday centres Blankenberge - Duinse Polders Blankenberge - Floreal Blankenberge Ostend - De Kinkhoorn Nieuwpoort - Ter Duinen Koksijde - Reigersnest Oostduinkerke - Hoge Duin Oostduinkerke - Ter Helme

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Youth holiday centres Ostend - Duin en Zee Middelkerke - De Zeekameel Bredene - Horizon Nieuwpoort - De Slikke and De Schorre Nieuwpoort - ’t Kraaienest De Panne - Flipper De Panne - J-Club Koksijde - Huize Emmaüs Koksijde - Midwester Oostduinkerke - Bivakhuis Hoge Duin Oostduinkerke - Zandboot (Ter Helme)

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Camping areas Blankenberge - De Wielen Middelkerke - Mercator Westende - Kompas Westende

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Bredene - Park Costa Bredene - ‘t Minnepark

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Green

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Hotels Meise - Falko Wezembeek-Oppem - La Vignette Aarschot - De Pluimpapaver Turnhout - Tegenover Turnhout - Turnhout City Hotel Brasschaat - Van der Valk Motel Dennenhof Maaseik - Kasteel Wurfeld Maaseik - Oude Eycke Voeren - De Kommel Overpelt - De Floreffe Bree - Mussenburghof Oostkamp - ‘t Roodhof Oostkamp - Van der Valk Hotel Brugge - Oostkamp Kortrijk - D-hotel Kortrijk - Ibis Kortrijk Centrum Ypres - Novotel Ieper Centrum Heuvelland - Belvedère Poperinge - Callecanes Sint-Niklaas - Ibis Sint-Niklaas Centrum Brakel - Het Leerhof

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Guest rooms Bever - Rosario Heist-op-den-Berg - Hullebrug Herselt - B&B Amethist Lille - Hildegarden Rijkevorsel - B&B De Rijcke Rust Lier - B&B Soetemin Beringen - De Witte Merel Deluxe Maasmechelen - In De Oude Bedstee Dilsen-Stokkem - ‘t Poorthuys Gingelom - Hoeve Jadoul Oostkamp - De Grote Linde Zwevegem - Ovaertine Ruiselede - B&B Schietspoele Hooglede - Buytenshuys Poperinge - Predikherenhof Beveren-Waas - Arenberghoeve Buggenhout - B&B Mettes Aalst - La vie en roses Lede - Mirabella Geraardsbergen - B&B Hakuna Matata Zwalm - ’t Schoon Leven

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Table of contents Holiday houses Herk-de-Stad - De Waterkant Maasmechelen - ‘t Mechels Bos Heers - Alfonsinehoeve Heers - Martenshof Gingelom - Aan het Tombos Alveringem - Vakantiehoeve Briesland Ypres - De Palingbeekhoeve Heuvelland - Vakantiehoeve Rodeberg Geraardsbergen - Provinciaal Domein De Gavers Ronse - Muzieklo

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Holiday centres Zandhoven - Domein Hooidonk Retie - Corsendonk De Linde Maaseik - ‘t Dorpshuys Borgloon - Herberg Het Klokhuis Borgloon - Kasteel Mariagaarde Deinze - De Ceder

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Youth holiday centres Galmaarden - De Carrousel Boortmeerbeek - Jeugdverblijfcentrum Kalleberg Zandvliet - Ruige Heide Herentals - De Brink Westerlo - Sporta Centrum Vorselaar - Berkelhoeve Hoogstraten - De Bonte Beestenboel Ravels - Jeugdlokalen Ravels-Eel Malle - Heibrand Malle - Provinciaal Vormingscentrum Malle Kasterlee - De Hoge Rielen Retie - Domein Beverdonk Sint-Katelijne-Waver - Domein Roosendael Bornem - Het Laathof Brasschaat - Bielebale Wuustwezel - Chirolokalen Chiro Wuustwezel Hasselt- Akabe Scouts Lokalen Beringen- Het Mezennestje Genk - De Roerdomp Lanaken - Pietersheim Maasmechelen - Vakantiehuis Fabiola Dilsen-Stokkem - De Kalei Maaseik - Sporta Beachclub Voeren - De Veurs Overpelt - ’t Pelterke Neerpelt - De Bosuil

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Lommel - Chikabo Hechtel-Eksel - Chiroheem Sint-Lambertus Hechtel-Eksel - De Bosuil Peer - Landelijk Ontmoetingscentrum Breugelhoeve Zedelgem - Hoogveld Wielsbeke - Vogelsang (domein Hernieuwenburg) Ruiselede - ’t Haantje Meulebeke - De Miere Roeselare - Het Rokken Lichtervelde - Radar vzw - Afrit 9 Moorslede - De Touwladder Ypres - De Iep Ypres - Ravenhof Langemark-Poelkapelle - Munchenhof Heuvelland - De Bosgeus Heuvelland - De Lork Heuvelland - Monsalvaet Mesen - Peace Village Zonnebeke - ’t Lotegat Sint-Niklaas - Den Bosduiker Sint-Niklaas - Scouts en Gidsen Vlaanderen - Sint-Franciscus Lokeren - Hoogland (De Raap) Waasmunster - Heidepark Oudenaarde - Het Moerashuis Merelbeke - Ten Berg

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Camping areas Diest - Stille Kempen Lille - De Lilse Bergen Mol - Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer Kasterlee - Floreal Kempen Wachtebeke - Puyenbroeck Geraardsbergen - Provinciaal Domein De Gavers

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Hotels Brussels - Silken Berlaymont Brussels Leuven - Novotel Leuven Centrum Antwerp - All seasons Antwerpen City Center Antwerp - Holiday Inn Express Antwerp City - North Antwerp - Hilton Antwerpen Mechelen - Mercure Mechelen Vé Hasselt - De Groene Hendrickx Hasselt - Holiday Inn Express Hasselt Hasselt - Radisson Blu Hotel Hasselt

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Table of contents Bruges - Academie Bruges - Boterhuis Bruges - De Medici Bruges - Golden Tree Hotel Bruges - Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges - Lace Hotel Bruges - Martin’s Brugge Bruges - Montanus Bruges - Oud Huis De Peellaert Ghent - Holiday Inn Express Gent Ghent - NH Gent Belfort Ghent - Novotel Gent Centrum

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Guest rooms Bruges - Maison Bousson

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Youth holiday centres Leuven - De Blauwput Leuven - Leuven City Hostel Antwerp - Jeugdherberg Pulcinella Bruges - Aan de Plas Bruges - Bauhaus Bruges - De Karmel Bruges - Europa Bruges - Herdersbrug

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Camping areas Ghent - Blaarmeersen

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Flemish label for accessible tourism

Since the beginning of 2008, there has been an accessibility label in Flanders for hotels, holiday centres, youth holiday centres, camping sites and guest rooms. This label implies obligations. It is awarded by Tourism Flanders after a thorough examination on site according to the Accessible Flanders methodology.

Database Specially trained accessibility supervisors assess the accessibility of a building or exterior environment for diverse forms of disability. This data is entered in the database and given a score (+, +/-, -) based on the measurement results for the parking area, the entrance, the reception area, the sanitary facilities, etc. Only those elements that are objectively measurable and essential to the accessibility and usability of a building are given a score. These often concern aspects that are important to wheelchair users. If, for example, a bathroom door is too narrow, even the best furnished bathroom is inaccessible to some.

If you have a different disability or impairment, you will certainly appreciate your holiday address if you are able to easily manage on your own. These items are also paid attention to during the assessments. They are mentioned for information purposes in the report.

When awarding the accessibility label to a hotel, youth accommodation or holiday centre, we pay attention to the access walkway from the public road, the entrance and the reception area, the communal toilet, the restaurant or the dining room and the bedroom with corresponding bathroom.

For group accommodation, we also assess the accessibility of the multipurpose room.

For a camping area, we look at the parking facilities with access path, entrance and reception area, and the sanitary facilities. Of course, we also assess the corridors between these components for all accommodations.

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Based on the results obtained, the label distinguishes three levels.

Label A+ means that the holiday accommodation scores positive (+) on the components mentioned on the previous page. It satisfies strict accessibility standards and is accessible such that the visitor is comfortable and independent.

Label A means that the holiday accommodation can be considered to have basic accessibility. Such accommodations are still usable for most people with limited mobility, but extra effort or a helper may be needed. It is certainly advisable to read why a + was not obtained.

The informative label (arrow in the circle) only indicates that this building has been objectively examined. If a characteristic is detected that makes the building difficult or impossible to use for some people, also with help, then the holiday accommodation receives a negative score (–) for this component. In practice, this problem especially applies to wheelchair users. For visitors with a different type of disability or lighter motor impairment, the accessibility offered can still be adequate. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

When granting the label, deviations from the scores are possible since the objective measurements do not always take account of the concrete conditions. In case of doubt, we examine the actual situation again on site and test potential bottlenecks with a standard wheelchair.

The results of the evaluation are presented to a committee especially established for this purpose. The label committee consists of representatives from the disability movement and the tourism sector. In the end, it is this committee that decides which label a building will be awarded or what conditions must first be fulfilled.

Finally, a label provides an important first impression, but never says everything. A full description is available for each of these addresses that you can request free of charge from the Accessible Travel Info Point. If you have doubts concerning whether the accessibility offered meets your personal requirements, carefully read this information beforehand.

You can also directly contact the holiday accommodation of your choice to discuss items that are not clear beforehand.

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GENERAL B&B de Rijcke Rust is only a stone’s throw from the village but nevertheless surrounded by expansive meadows and farmland. It’s the ideal base for walking and cycling tours around the North Campine area. This accommodation is 100 metres from the cycle route network. The B&B has 3 rooms in country house settings and each of them is equipped with a private bathroom, TV and internet. You can enjoy a full breakfast buffet with homemade products in the communal living area.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (Pyrus) (photo 2).

The bathroom has a roll-in shower with sufficient space and a shower seat with detachable armrests (photo 3).

The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users and there is sufficient clearance.

Extra The 3 rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. The upholstery is house dust mite proof.

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Accessibility info The accessibility info for the accommodation is based on the measurement results contained in the Accessible Flanders database. Here are a few often-used reference measurements: • • • • • • • • • • •

Doors and aisles: at least 85 cm wide everywhere Doors: 50 cm of free space at the side of the handle Slope: 5 to maximum 10%, depending on the length of the ramp Circulation area: free turning radius of 150x150 cm Lift: at least 110 cm wide, 140 cm deep Roll-in shower: threshold maximum 2 cm, shower seat with support handle or shower (wheel) chair with arm supports Free space next to a toilet or shower seat: 90 cm Free space in front of a toilet or shower seat: 120 cm Washbasin able to accommodate wheelchairs: clearance 70 cm, depth 40 cm and width 90 cm Table able to accommodate wheelchairs: same, but depth is at least 60 cm Bed: the height of the top is between 46 and 54 cm

If essential parts of a building deviate from this, we specify this in the text.

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Frequently asked questions

In the brochure it says that this accommodation has a shower chair or seat, but it isn’t shown in the photo. Is this right?

It’s possible! A movable shower seat or shower (wheel)chair is placed by the operator when it is needed. If you don’t find a seat when you arrive, don’t hesitate to ask one of the staff. Someone probably just forgot to put it there. Some support rails are also removable and are positioned during your stay.

er le: is there sufficient space und I need more details. For examp ere er facilities are provided? Wh the bed for a hoist, and what oth can I find this? ected a great deal of information.

During the on site inspection we coll available than what you read in the There are therefore more details e ible Travel Info Point have thes brochure. The staff of the Access the you give to will be pleased extended descriptions to hand and rather find this out for yourself, ld wou you If . necessary information at www.toevla.be. you can find all the inspection data

An accessible building is one thing, but I also need care on holiday. Where can I go to for this?

In Flanders, 4 holiday homes with an accessibi lity label are currently offering a care framework. This can mean that you will find facilities such as hoists or hospital beds, and that you can call on care staff (nursing, assistance). Some houses have their own personnel available for this, for others the necessary assistance is hired externally.

All information about the accessibility and care framework at Ter Duinen, Domein Hooidonk, De Ceder and Vakantiehuis Fabiola / ’t Mechels Bos is contained in this brochure.

At the back of the brochure there are even more useful tips under the title Know for certain.

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Frequently asked questions Am I welcome with my guide dog or assistance dog?

In Flanders and Brussels assistance and guide dogs are in principle allowed in all public places, even where an ordinary dog would not be accepted.

Some addresses in this brochure gladly stress that they welcome dogs, also ordinary dogs. These are identified with the symbol.

But even when this is not explicitly stated, at least part of the building will be open to people with a disability and their assistance dog. As their owner, it’s best if you let them know in advance, so that your companion gets a dog-friendly welcome.

Which addresses have sufficiently acce ssible rooms for our group?

At the back of this brochure is a table with an indication of the number of accessible beds at each locat ion. This will certainly help you to find a suitable address.

Good to know: adults can sometimes also stay at a youth hostel. In general, youth hostels are aimed mainly at children and young people but often you can also go there during certain periods with your socio-cultural association or other group with adults. You will often find a larger accommodation capacity there that is also accessibl e for people with a disability.

Where is it possible to cook for yourself?

In a holiday home you can cook your own meals. This takes place in equipped houses, studios or apartments where you are the only ones staying, with your family, partner, or small group of friends.

Some group accommodation (youth hostels and holiday centres) also provide facilities for you to do your own cooking.

Why doesn’t the brochure mention the prices for accommodation?

Some holiday destinations have a price per room, while others have prices per person or per group. Special discounts and rates may also apply, or different rates depending on whether you book for the low or high season.

This may lead to confusion. For this reason we have omitted this information. You can find recommended prices on the websites www.vlaanderen-vakantieland.be and www.jeugdverblijven.be (available in Dutch).

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Coast Hotels Knokke-Heist - Huyshoeve Blankenberge - Aazaert Blankenberge - Du Commerce Blankenberge - José Ostend - Europe Ostend - Golden Tulip Bero Ostend - Melinda Nieuwpoort - Cosmopolite De Panne - Hotel Aan Zee Koksijde - Casino

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Ostend - Duin en Zee Middelkerke - De Zeekameel Bredene - Horizon Nieuwpoort - De Slikke and De Schorre Nieuwpoort - ’t Kraaienest De Panne - Flipper De Panne - J-Club Koksijde - Huize Emmaüs Koksijde - Midwester Oostduinkerke - Bivakhuis Hoge Duin Oostduinkerke - Zandboot (Ter Helme)

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Guest rooms Camping areas Ostend - ’t Hof Ten Hullenhove

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Holiday houses Oostduinkerke - Domein Rietvelde

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Blankenberge - De Wielen Middelkerke - Mercator Westende - Kompas Westende Bredene - Park Costa Bredene - ‘t Minnepark

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Holiday centres Blankenberge - Duinse Polders Blankenberge - Floreal Blankenberge Ostend - De Kinkhoorn Nieuwpoort - Ter Duinen Koksijde - Reigersnest Oostduinkerke - Hoge Duin Oostduinkerke - Ter Helme

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Not to be missed

Happy as a King On this former Royal Estate of Leopold II you will find 3 museums close together. The Memorial Prince Karel is a reminder of the period when the Prince Regent stayed here. The notorious Atlantic Wall, a fortified wall that played a determining role in both world wars also ran along here. The archaeological site of Walraversijde goes even further back in time, where you can savour the atmosphere of a 15th century fisherman’s life.

Walraversijde is easily accessible. You will also find an accessible toilet with safety rails. Only the ground floor of the Memorial Prince Karel is accessible. Unfortunately the Atlantic Wall is not accessible by wheelchair, but in the memorial you can watch a film about this historic defensive wall.

There is good access to ‘Walrave’ Cafe-Restaurant which has an easily accessible toilet.

The Provincial Domain of Raversijde Nieuwpoortsesteenweg 636 8400 Ostend

 + 32 59 70 22 85 or + 32 59 30 62 44 (restaurant)

 + 32 59 51 45 03 or + 32 59 30 62 43 (restaurant)

@ domein.raversijde@west-vlaanderen.be or walrave@telenet.be (restaurant)  www.west-vlaanderen.be/raversijde or www.walrave.com (restaurant)

Mu.ZEE The museum houses a unique collection of Belgian art from 1830 to now.

Learn about the Great Masters and be surprised by changing combinations and temporary exhibitions.

Most of the rooms are easily accessible. In a manual wheelchair you might need a slight push up a few of the ramps. An accessible lift is also provided. At the bookshop you will find an easily accessible toilet.

Mu.ZEE

 + 32 59 50 81 18

Romestraat 11 8400 Ostend

@ info@muzee.be  www.muzee.be

 + 32 59 50 56 26

On sea legs Stand at the helm yourself in this museum with lifelike settings, a fisherman’s house and a fisherman’s café. You will learn the history of the Flemish fisheries through various interactive elements.

The museum is accessible, has a lift and an adapted toilet. For a visit to the old fisherman’s house, wheelchair users will probably need a little help. You enter the Herberg de Peerdevisscher via 1 small step. The adapted toilet behind the inn can be reached via the entrance in the Vrijheidsstraat.

National Fishery Museum

 + 32 58 51 24 68

Pastoor Schmitzstraat 5 8670 Oostduinkerke

@ info@visserijmuseum.be  www.visserijmuseum.be

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Not to be missed Al fresco on the Belgian coast?

Looking for an accessible restaurant or café on the Belgian coast? And preferably with an adapted toilet? Westkans vzw has made it much easier to find the ideal destination. They investigated the accessibility of many restaurants and cafés in detail and have made their extensive results available on www.toevla.be. If you have no time to lose and you want to enjoy a cosy patio, check out the overview table on www.westkans.be/ nl/projecten/reca or www.accessinfo.be (section Travel information and links, Belgium). All results are available in Dutch only. Cheers!

Everyone’s cycling!

Keeping fit has never been so easy since Westkans cycled 360 km (225 miles) of the cycle network along our coast. On www.iedereenfietst.be (available in Dutch) you can find the routes that fit your particular needs: gravel or cobblestones, rest areas with benches or accessible toilets, without slopes, etc. The information is actually very interesting for all cyclists, not only people with hand bikes, wheelchair bikes, tandems or bicycle trailers. The organisation Westkans also suggests 10 easy circular cycling tours. What are you waiting for?

Navigate and park Are you looking forward again to a sunny day at the beach? But perhaps slightly less to the traffic jams and trying to find somewhere to park? We can’t do anything about the traffic jams yet, but finding somewhere to park should be a lot easier via the website www.navigeerenparkeer.be.

This one gives you a handy overview of the parking spaces at the coast reserved for people with a disability. For each municipality you can zoom in on a map or aerial photo to right over the parking place. You can even see the dimensions and a photo of each place so that you know that it meets all your requirements.

Westkans vzw

 + 32 50 40 73 73

Kerkhofstraat 1 8200 Bruges

@ info@westkans.be

 + 32 50 71 00 43

 www.westkans.be

Step in More and more coast tram stops are becoming accessible for everyone. These stops are shown on the plan of the coast tram route at www.dekusttram.be with a wheelchair logo. The trams themselves have a lowered central section, so that you can get on and off more easily as a wheelchair user. Each stop is also visually and audibly announced and some stops are already equipped with guide tiles and lines and braille posts.

Coast tram Nieuwpoortsesteenweg 110 8400 Ostend

 + 32 59 56 52 11

@ wvl@delijn.be  www.dekusttram.be

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Not to be missed Carefree sunbathing During the months of July and August, assistants are employed on the beach. They help anyone who needs it: people with a disability, but also people who have been temporarily injured and families with young children. So, they can walk along with you to the tram or bus stop, give a helping hand when switching over to a beach wheelchair to go in the sea or offer assistance with personal care (a visit to the toilet, getting dressed and undressed, etc.). The assistants are trained and are supervised by Intro vzw. Note, however: there is only assistance available in the direct vicinity of the “Zon, Zee… Zorgeloos”-stands, and for a limited time. A daytrip with an assistant is therefore not possible.

Sun, sea… carefree

 + 32 800 20 021

Province of West Flanders

 www.west-vlaanderen.be/gelijkekansen  www.intro-events.be

Grass between the dunes An excellent new attraction is now available in Bredene for visitors who want to stay a few extra days but not necessarily at the beach. The recreational park Grasduinen is a green zone for sports and playing.

Several mountain bike trails and a cycle and hiking path cross the park, and you will also find several sports fields, a fit-o-meter, a large pond, park toys and sanitary facilities. The shower and the toilet are accessible for people with a disability (open every day in July and August between 9am and 6pm). You may need a push occasionally on the footpaths which have been paved with shells. All facilities are free for everyone. More information is available from the Tourist Board in Bredene. Their contact details are below.

Recreational Park Grasduinen Situated in Zandstraat (at house number 101, car park adjacent to house number 103) 8450 Bredene

 + 32 59 56 19 70

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@ toerisme@bredene.be  www.uitinbredene.be

You’ll find more tips in the brochure ‘The Coast for All’ published by Westkans vzw (only available in Dutch and French). This contains information about beach mats, beach wheelchairs, accessible toilets, etc. This information is always based on objective expert inspection or the experience of people with a disability. You can consult the brochure on the website www.accessinfo.be or request a printed copy.

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Huyshoeve *** Knokke-Heist 

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De Huyshoeve welcomes tourists who want to explore the seaside resort of Knokke-Heist and the surrounding area, as well as business travellers in search of peace and quiet. The hotel has bicycles available for you to explore the ‘Riante Polderroute’, a path through the dunes nearby.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception The cobblestones on the access path have been repointed and are fairly well accessible (photo 2). There is sufficient clearance.

Spelemanstraat 154 8300 Knokke-Heist (ramskapelle)  +32 50 51 51 25  +32 50 51 51 75

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@ info@huyshoeve.com  www.huyshoeve.com

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or are accessible via the lift. The passages are wide enough. restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance (photo 1). There are high enough tables present.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is 95 cm of space.

Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 1). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (36 x 30 cm) and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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General The gastronomic kitchen of Hotel Aazaert is famous and praised far beyond the resort. Not only the restaurant but the renovated hotel which is situated at the heart of Blankenberge at 100 metres from the sea, is also worth a stay: the stylish rooms (also family rooms), cosy lounges, covered swimming pool, massage facilities, fitness, wellness with saunas, foot baths, relaxation area with steam bath and the roof terrace guarantee an enjoyable stay.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The lift is 106 cm wide and 140 cm deep. The passages are wide enough.

Hoogstraat 25 8370 Blankenberge

restaurant / breakfast room The dining room is only accessible via 2 steps, but you can also eat in the Flemish Room. This room has no obstacles, has good clearance and there is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

 +32 50 41 15 99  +32 50 42 91 46

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 108 on the first floor). Tight space and little clearance by the doors and next to the bed, but enough for practical use. The height of the bed is 62 cm. The bathroom (door width 80 cm) has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. The space next to the seat measures 80 cm, in front of it 110 cm. The toilet has safety rails (photo 3) and sufficient space, in front of the toilet there is a little less space: 110 cm. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair; the clearance in front of it is 95 x 120 cm.

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@ info@azaert.be  www.azaert.be

Communal toilet The common adapted toilet is on floor - 1 and is accessible with the lift. The corridor to the toilet is 120 cm wide. There is little space beside the door handle on the inside of the door. You have sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Du Commerce *** Blankenberge 

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General Cosy family hotel in the heart of the seaside resort, near the market, the port and the beach, and only 5 minutes walk from the station. Families can book a family room with a door between the rooms. You can leave your bike in the shed free-of-charge and your car in the private garage (must be booked and extra fee). Bike rental is available. Breakfast is served until 11am which is ideal if you want to sleep late. Enjoy a drink in the renovated lounge with children’s play corner. The steam bath is available for private use.

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Weststraat 64 8370 Blankenberge  +32 50 42 95 35  +32 50 42 94 40 @ info@hotel-du-commerce.be  www.hotel-du-commerce.be

access path, entrance and reception There is sufficient circulation space almost everywhere. Only a short and steep ramp between the door and the reception area appears to be difficult for a manual wheelchair without assistance. With assistance, there is no problem.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible. restaurant / breakfast room With the exception of a short 90 x 120 cm narrowing, there is plenty of circulation space throughout (photo 1). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. There is a foldable support handle on the open side. There is sufficient space throughout, with slightly less space available at the door.

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Bedroom and bathroom There are 2 accessible rooms (numbers 1 and 2) with two 56 cm high single beds in each room. In room 2, there is a 100-cm wide passageway next to the bed: thus, a wheelchair will fit alongside, but turning is not possible (photo 3). Both bathrooms have a roll-in shower with plastic chair with arms.

In bathroom 1, space in front of the shower chair is a bit narrow (90 cm). For the rest, sufficient space for mounting or dismounting and circulation space throughout. The toilets have handrails and the washbasins accommodate wheelchairs.

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General Hotel José is right in the centre, near the sea, the shopping street, the railway station and a stop for the coast tram. A cordial reception and an unpretentious kitchen guarantee a pleasant holiday in a family atmosphere.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant, breakfast room and communal toilet are reached via a rather steep incline. Some people may need assistance here.

Visserstraat 18 8370 Blankenberge  +32 50 41 14 21  +32 50 42 87 65

restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance (photo 1). There are high enough tables present.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Eline’ suite on the first floor). The clearance in front of and especially behind the door is limited, but wheelchair access is easy through the wide door. The bathroom has a rollin shower with shower seat (35 x 35 cm) and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient clearance next to it and diagonally in front of it (photo 3). In front of the toilet the space is limited to 90 cm. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair; the clearance in front of it is 120 x 120 cm (photo 2).

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@ info@hotel-jose.be  www.hotel-jose.be

Communal toilet There is little space beside the door handle on the inside of the door. Sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Europe **** Ostend 

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General Hotel Europe is situated centrally in Ostend, near the North Sea and the Casino. It’s the ideal location for a walk on the promenade or sunbathing on the beach. You can relax in the heated swimming pool, the sauna, the solarium, the Turkish steam bath or the fitness room. An underground car park is available.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space. The slope of the footpath can hinder access slightly (photo 2).

Kapucijnenstraat 52 8400 Ostend

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor or are easily accessible via the lift (102 x 135 cm).

 +32 59 70 10 12  +32 59 80 99 79

restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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@ info@europehotel.be  www.europehotel.be

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Communal toilet Good amount of free space next to and at an angle to the toilet; it is a bit tight in front (90 cm). Handrails are available. The circulation space in front of the door and the free space next to the door handle inside are a bit limited.

Bedroom and bathroom 5 accessible rooms (photo 1) (numbers 229, 329, 429, 529 and 629) with adapted bathrooms. Roll-in shower with shower chair with handrails. The toilets in rooms 229 and 329 have safety rails (photo 3). In the toilets of the other rooms, safety rails can be positioned on request. The washbasins are suitable for use from a wheelchair. There is sufficient space throughout, with slightly less space available at the door.

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General This child-friendly hotel is located in the centre of Ostend. The shopping streets, the beach and the casino are within walking distance. Sports lovers can use the gym or swim laps in the swimming pool. Relax in the sauna or the Turkish bath while the children play in Captain Haddock’s playroom.

The hotel also offers a discount for children.

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access path, entrance and reception The ramp in the entrance area requires strong arms in the case of a manual wheelchair (photo 2).

Passageways and level differences The lift door is 81 cm wide and has adequate space.

The narrowest hallway is 102 cm wide.

Hofstraat 1 a 8400 Ostend

restaurant / breakfast room The tables accommodate wheelchairs, there is sufficient circulation space.

 +32 59 70 23 35  +32 59 70 25 91

Communal toilet There is sufficient free space next to and at an angle to the toilet. In front of the toilet, there is only 72 cm free space.

@ info@hotelbero.be  www.hotelbero.be

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Bedroom and bathroom 3 spacious accessible rooms (numbers 211, 311 and 411) with adequate circulation space and 2 single beds (photo 1). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails, an adapted toilet with handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs (photo 3).

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Melinda *** Ostend 

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Mercatorlaan 21 8400 Ostend

access path, entrance and reception Assistance is available from reception personnel via a call system (photo 2). Assistance is required for a manual wheelchair because the entranceway has a rather steep slope. The slope does not present a problem for an electric wheelchair. Adequate circulation space inside.

 +32 59 80 72 72  +32 59 80 74 25

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible.

@ info@melinda.be  www.melinda.be

restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Communal toilet Free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Support handles present.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 spacious accessible rooms (numbers 51 en 52) with two single beds (photo 1). Both bathrooms have a rollin shower with shower seat and handrails. The shower tap is more difficult to operate from the seat due to the distance (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is adequate free space and circulation space.

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extra These 2 rooms are also furnished with anti-allergenic materials.

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Cosmopolite *** nieuwpoort 

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General Cosmopolite is in the centre of Nieuwpoort-Bad and it’s an excellent base for a varied vacation. It’s located 100 m from the seawall promenade and 250 m from the port estuary. You can use the large indoor swimming pool in a nearby hotel free-ofcharge. Enjoy the local dishes in the renovated and trendy restaurant ‘ComilFo’ or delicious snacks in the brasserie with kids corner. Discounts for children and other arrangements are possible.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space throughout (photo 1).

Passageways and level differences Adequate circulation space throughout: the narrowest point in the hallway to the specially adapted bedrooms is 91 cm wide. Spacious lift to the rooms.

albert I laan 141 8620 nieuwpoort

restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

 +32 58 23 33 66  +32 58 23 81 35

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Bedroom and bathroom 5 accessible rooms each with two 60 cm high single beds. Bathroom with roll-in shower, shower seat and handrails. The toilet has 1 handrail (photo 3) and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. A wheelchair cannot fully turn around at the washbasin (100 x 120 cm).

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@ info@cosmopolite.be  www.cosmopolite.be

Communal toilet In front of the toilet, there is 90 cm free space. There is more free space alongside and at an angle. Handrails are available. The toilet is raised and extended.

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aCCeSSIBIlIty InfOrMatIOn access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance. The reception counter is suitable for a wheelchair.

Markt 6 8660 De Panne  +32 58 41 46 40 @ info@aanzeehotel.be  www.aanzeehotel.be

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The passages are wide enough. restaurant / breakfast room The clearance by the buffet and the route is a little tight, but seems to be manageable (photo 2). The furniture can also be moved. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Bedroom and bathroom 3 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 11, 14 and 24). Room 11 is the most accessible. In all rooms there are two 62 cm high single beds. In the bathrooms the space next to the door handle and the clearance is a little tight, but they seem to be easily manageable. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests. Only in room 11 (photo 3) is there sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the shower chair. In rooms 14 and 24 the toilet and wash basin limit the space next to the shower chair to 73 cm and in front of it to 70 cm. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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aCCeSSIBIlIty InfOrMatIOn access path, entrance and reception Accessible via a fairly steep incline, you may need a bit of help. There is sufficient clearance. The reception counter is suitable for a wheelchair.

Maurice Blieckstraat 6 8670 Koksijde

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 58 51 41 51  +32 58 52 29 10

restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the extended toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and bathroom 3 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 002, 004 and 005). Two single beds in the room (photo 2). In room 005 the clearance is a little tight here and there, but easily manageable. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3).

There is sufficient space next to, in front of (90 cm in room 002) and diagonally in front of the seat. The extended toilet has safety rails and there is space beside, in front of (106 cm in room 005) and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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@ info@casinohotel.be  www.casinohotel.be

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leemstraat 2 8400 Ostend  +32 59 70 11 58 +32 499 24 51 28  +32 59 70 11 58 @ frank.coppin@hotmail.com

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 www.hoevetoerisme.com

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access path, entrance and reception Sufficient circulation space almost everywhere. There is, however, limited free space next to the door handle, possibly requiring help when opening the door.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible. living / dining room Adequate circulation space throughout. Free depth under the tables that accommodate wheelchairs is only 50 cm.

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Equipped with handrails (photo 2).

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (‘De Welkom’) with two single beds.

The circulation space in the room and in front of the bathroom door is adequate, with some manoeuvring required at a number of places. The beds can be separated from each other in order to create more room (photo 3). Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. Toilet with handrails, the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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The group house Het Riethuis and the 3 small holiday homes are spacious and contemporarily furnished. Only Het Riethuis is accessible and has room for 12 persons. This working farm has cows, sheep and ponies. Children can have fun outside on the playing field or in the recreational area where they can play table tennis or board games.

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access path, entrance and reception You might need help on the short but somewhat steeper slope at the entrance to Het Riethuis. The clearance in front of the door is limited (100 x 100 cm), but usable. The door is 81 cm wide.

Veurnevaartstraat 5 8670 Oostduinkerke

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 58 24 22 08 +32 472 62 88 28  +32 58 24 22 08

living / dining room There is sufficient clearance in the living and dining room of the holiday home. The table suitable for use from a wheelchair has a height of 65 cm.

@ info@domeinrietvelde.be  www.domeinrietvelde.be

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (room 1 in Het Riethuis) (photo 2). The door to the room is 80 cm wide; the bathroom door is 82 cm. Here and there by the doors and in the room the space and clearance is a little tight, but that causes few problems for practical use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (35 x 27 cm) and a safety rail (photo 3). Sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the seat, limited in front to 81 cm. The toilet has a safety rail and there is space to the side, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet for all holiday homes, but the toilet in the bathroom of Het Riethuis is always nearby.

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There is infrastructure available for minigolf, tennis, volleyball, basketball and mini-football. Activities for children are available during the high season.

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a. ruzettelaan 195 8370 Blankenberge  +32 50 43 24 00  +32 50 42 96 31

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@ info@duinsepolders.be  www.duinsepolders.be

access path, entrance and reception Entrance is via a revolving door, but with a delay mechanism and adequately large for wheelchair users. There are 2 sloping surfaces, the second of which in the entrance area is quite steep. This presents few problems, however, since there is adequate possibility for run-up. For the rest, there is adequate circulation space on the inside.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area Sufficient circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet Good amount of free space next to and at an angle to the toilet, only 98 cm in front. Handrail available.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 5 accessible bedrooms and bathrooms (numbers 001 to 005, 2 beds per room) (photo 2) and another separate bathroom in the hallway. Here and there the free space and circulation space is a bit tight. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrail. The free space next to the seat (60 cm) is too narrow, but the space for mounting or dismounting in front and at an angle is no problem. The toilet has a handrail on the open side and there is adequate free space (photo 3). The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

In the hallway bathroom there is a toilet with a large amount of free space - without handrails, however and a bath with hoist. Here, the washbasin does not accommodate wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas on the ground floor are easily accessible. Rooms on the upper floors are also easily accessible via a large lift. The hallways are adequately wide.

Holiday apartment / studio 6 accessible studio flats with bathroom (on 1st floor) (photo 2). The studios have two single beds. The circulation space is a bit tight here and there. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The free space in front of the seat is 100 cm, but there is only 60 cm next to it (photo 3). The presence of a shower wheelchair mitigates this problem. The free space next to the toilet is only 70 cm, but there is adequate space in front and at an angle. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

@ blankenberge@florealclub.be  www.florealclub.be

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Communal toilet Comfortable amount of free space next to and at an angle to the toilet, less space in front (95 cm). A handrail is available.

 +32 50 43 21 11  +32 50 43 22 22

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Koning albert I laan 59 8370 Blankenberge

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Zeedijk 330 8400 Ostend  +32 59 70 16 97  +32 59 80 90 88 @ receptie@dekinkhoorn.be

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 www.dekinkhoorn.be

access path, entrance and reception Several access possibilities. Via the car park, you can easily take the lift to the reception area. You can also take a side entrance with a threshold of 2 cm and an easy-to-use platform lift. There is adequate circulation space inside.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas on the ground floor are easily accessible. The apartments on the upper floors are also easily accessible via a large lift. The hallways are adequately wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space (photo 2). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet Adapted toilet near the restaurant. Free space next to the toilet is 88 cm. There is adequate free space in front of and at an angle to the toilet. The toilet is equipped with handrails.

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Holiday apartment / studio 5 accessible flats (photo 3) (numbers 1, 11, 21, 31 and 51 with 2 beds per flat) with spacious bathroom. The clearance in the kitchen is limited but manageable. In the bathroom, there is only a bath with bath board, and no shower. The toilet has handrails and adequate free space next to and at an angle; there is only 100 cm immediately in front. The washbasin does not accommodate all wheelchairs: clearance is 46 cm.

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General Ter Duinen is an oasis of peace and quiet in the middle of a picturesque polder landscape and is a stone’s throw from the beach and the sea. Excursions in the surrounding area, including with an accessible tourist train, give your stay a tint of charm and variety.

In Ter Duinen you can enjoy an invigorating holiday.

Nursing care, numerous resources and entertainment are present.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms on the ground floor are easily accessible, the lift has adequate space. Wide corridors everywhere.

louisweg 46 8620 nieuwpoort

Dining room / multipurpose area There is adequate circulation space in both the cafeteria and the breakfast area / restaurant, and tables are present to accommodate wheelchairs.

 +32 58 22 33 11  +32 58 22 33 00

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 86 accessible rooms (photo 2), somewhat narrow circulation space here and there. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrail. The space in front (75 cm) and next to the seat (67 cm) is tight (photo 3), but there is also a shower wheelchair available. In the 4 communal bathrooms along the corridor there is a Parker bath and a roll-in shower with sufficient space and a shower wheelchair.

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@ ter.duinen@cm.be  www.ter-duinen.be

Communal toilet In the toilet by the reception there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

In the communal toilets there is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of, but less directly in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted everywhere.

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access path, entrance and reception The access path runs over several slopes. In the middle there is a steep part which does not seem to be usable for everyone independently (photo 2). Good clearance indoors.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or are reachable via a lift with a surface area of 107 x 135 cm. The passages are wide enough.

Dining room / multipurpose area Good clearance. There are high enough tables present.

Communal toilet Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible bedrooms (numbers 131 and 231) with bathroom. Beside the bed and behind the door to the room you can’t turn around all the way with a wheelchair. Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). There is space beside and at an angle to the seat, but not enough free space in front. The toilet has safety rails and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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General Children experience, parents relive! In Hoge Duin, the apples of your eye can indulge themselves to their heart’s content on the sports field or romp about in the dunes and playground. Leave your parents behind in the cosy bar with patio, or in the restaurant with delicious meals and a panoramic view. Barely 500 metres from the beach. Also discover the hiking and cycle routes with Hoge Duin as their starting point.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space. Access via a double door. A 4-cm threshold is bridged with a plank.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms on the ground floor are easily accessible, the lift has adequate space. The hallways are adequately wide.

Kinderlaan 47 8670 Oostduinkerke  +32 58 23 40 52  +32 58 24 04 40

Dining room / multipurpose area Accessible via an 8% ramp over a length of 5 m: somewhat steep, but useable for most (photo 2). Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 36 accessible bedrooms (with 2 or more beds) with adequate circulation space. The door to the bedrooms is 80 cm wide. Hardly any free space next to the door handle (10 cm). Accessible bathroom in the first floor hallway. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The shower seat is located on the same wall as the tap (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is adequate free space throughout.

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Communal toilet There is a specially adapted toilet close to the bar. The circulation space is limited, requiring some manoeuvring. The free space in front of the toilet is only 68 cm.

There is adequate space next to and at an angle to the toilet. There is a handrail. The toilet in the specially adapted bathroom on the first floor is a possible alternative. This is accessible to all.

@ hogeduin@lnz.be  www.hogeduin.be

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General Ter Helme is located in the Karthuizer dunes and only 700 metres from the sea. It’s an ideal destination for enjoying a wonderful holiday at the coast with your family, friends or club, or organising a seminar, or for school seaside outings. Ter Helme itself is a pleasant place to stay. The accommodation is spacious and includes a fun playground, and the dunes nearby are an ideal natural playing area. Enjoy a delicious lunch or a cosy dinner in one of the restaurants.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Kinderlaan 49-51 8670 Oostduinkerke  +32 58 23 45 02  +32 58 23 26 54

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms on the ground floor are easily accessible. The multipurpose space with corresponding toilet is accessible via a 98 x 128 cm lift. The lift door is 78 cm wide. The flats can be reached via a different, larger lift. The hallways are adequately wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

Communal toilet In the toilet on the ground floor, there is adequate free space throughout and handrails are available. There is adequate free space next to and at an angle to the toilets in the toilet in the hall. The space in front of the toilet is 103 cm for men, but only 40 cm for women due to the position of the washbasin.

Holiday apartment / studio 10 apartments (at least 1 accessible bed in each room): clearance at the doors is limited but sufficient.

You may need to manoeuvre a bit at the entrance.

There is a roll-in shower with sufficient free space, a seat and a safety rail. The clearance beside the toilet with safety rail is limited by a cupboard (photo 3). The washbasin in some of the apartments is too narrow to easily accommodate wheelchairs.

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General Youth accommodation close to the beach and Earth Explorer. There are 18 rooms for 2 to 6 persons with individual bathroom with shower, washbasin and toilet.

There are also 2 multi-purpose rooms and a wellequipped kitchen. There is an accessible playground.

An ideal destination for schools, family groups, sports clubs and youth associations up to 84 persons.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences Everything is located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 5 accessible rooms (numbers 1, 5, 6, 7 and 12, with 10 accessible beds in total). Circulation space at the doors to the room and bathroom is somewhat tighter (105 cm wide passage), but this presents no problem for easy access. Roll-in shower, shower wheelchair and plastic chair with arms. The shower floor is 3 cm lower than the floor (photo 3). The free space next to the seat is somewhat hindered by a wall running at an angle. There is no problem dismounting and mounting in front of and at an angle to the seat. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

@ vzwgroepsverblijven@me.com  www.jeugdverblijfcentrumduinenzee.be

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Communal toilet There is adequate free space next to and at an angle to the toilet. Space in front is 90 cm. The communal toilet is equipped with safety rails.

 +32 59 26 75 30  +32 59 26 75 32

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fortstraat 128 8400 Ostend

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs, clearing is 65 cm (photo 2).

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General The Zeekameel is an inviting and contemporary accommodation at the edge of dune and polder and a stone’s throw from the sea and the marina.

The building is equipped with comfortable rooms for spending a nice, pleasant, cultural, passive or active holiday, for groups as well as families.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Gravelled car park, but you can also reserve a space on the concrete. There is adequate circulation space inside.

lombardsijdelaan 235 8434 Middelkerke (Westende)

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2). A second multifunctional area can be reached via slopes, although you might need a little help.

Communal toilet Free space in front of the toilet is good and a handrail is foreseen, but there is insufficient space for a sideways transfer. The toilets in the accessible bathrooms are a good alternative. The rooms are located just around the corner from the dining room.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 6 easily accessible bedrooms and bathrooms (of the same type as number 004 discussed here, together 12 accessible beds) with adequate circulation space.

Roll-in shower (photo 3) with plastic chair with arms.

The toilet has a handrail, and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is free space throughout.

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The accommodation is easily reachable by public transport. All youth, sports and school groups are welcome from 20 persons per group. It is possible to have full board, half pension and bed & breakfast. The cooks work magic to put delicious, child-friendly meals on your plate. You can also do your own cooking. De Strandloper and De Kokmeeuw are accessible.

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access path, entrance and reception In the main Horizon building you enter by one of the 2 alternative access doors with a ramp. In the secondary building De Strandloper is a threshold of 4 cm at the door. You enter De Kokmeeuw via a rather steep incline; you may need help.

Kapellestraat 88 8450 Bredene

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 59 32 36 28 +32 477 27 57 85  +32 59 32 16 62

Dining room / multipurpose area The dining room with kitchen is located in the main building, reachable via a steep (14%) incline. There are high enough tables present. The multifunctional areas in De Strandloper and De Kokmeeuw offer good clearance. Here too you will find tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ info@zeeklassen.be  www.zeeklassen.be

Communal toilet This is located in the common bathrooms. The space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet is good. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom De Strandloper: various accessible bedrooms (total of 51 beds of which 20 are accessible). The beds are 39 cm high. 3 accessible bathrooms with a roll-in shower, plastic seat with fixed armrests and safety rails (photo 2). The toilet has safety rails (photo 3) and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair. There is enough space everywhere.

De Kokmeeuw: 8 accessible rooms (with a total of 26 accessible beds) and a communal bathroom along the corridor.

This has a roll-in shower with plastic seat with fixed armrests and sufficient space. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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General The buildings of De Slikke and De Schorre are an ideal base for sea classes. The buildings can be rented separately or together. De Slikke can cater for 45 people, De Schorre for 26 people. You rent this accommodation as self-catering, but with 40 people or more full board is also possible.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, sufficient clearance.

 +32 58 24 12 40 +32 58 22 23 60  +32 58 23 95 23 @ info@sandeshoved.be  www.sandeshoved.be/Slikke_Schorre.html

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible.

Dining room / multipurpose area In both buildings there is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for wheelchair users present.

Communal toilet In De Slikke there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. De Schorre does not have a separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom near the rooms.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible rooms (1 in each building with 2 accessible beds per room) (photo 2, De Schorre) and a communal bathroom along the corridor in each building (photo 3, De Slikke). It has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

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General The home berth of the accommodation boats Jeanne Panne and Karel Cogge is in the lock that connects the Plassendale-Nieuwpoort canal with the river Yser. The accommodation boats and ’t Kraaienest can be booked together or separately. ’t Kraaienest has 20 beds in 3 dormitories. There’s also a kitchen and cosy living area where you can have meals with the entire group. A spacious terrace, extra rooms for large groups and recreational areas around the building make this venue complete.

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The reception area is accessible via platform lift; free space and circulation space are adequate for practical use.

Passageways and level differences The reception and dining room are accessible via a platform lift. All other common spaces are located on the ground floor where the hallway has an adequate width and circulation space.

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

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Communal toilet Free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet is adequate. The toilet is equipped with safety rails.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Easily accessible studios and bedrooms with spacious bathroom in the hallway (on ground floor, 6 accessible beds) (photo 3). Roll-in shower with plastic chair with arms. The toilet has a handrail, and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Adequate space except for only 20 cm free space next to the door handle behind the bathroom door.

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General Flipper is secluded between the Oosthoek dunes and the woods of Calmeynbos. The estate is situated in its own enclosure and far from the main roads. A playground, a multipurpose sports field and a large grassland are provided. The rooms are for 2, 4, 6 or 14 persons. Every room has its own sanitary facilities.

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access path, entrance and reception Take the entrance at the side. Help is recommended for wheelchair users due to a short and quite steep ramp without level free space in front of the door.

Sint-elisabethlaan 16 8660 De Panne

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible. Wide corridors.

 +32 58 41 44 40  +32 58 41 31 11

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

@ info@flipper.be

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Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the adapted bathroom is accessible to all.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 easily accessible room (on the ground floor, close to the side entrance, 3 accessible beds) with adequate circulation space. The bed height is 40 cm. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is adequate free space throughout.

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General J-Club is located close to the beach, the sand dunes and the Calmeyn woods. Various sports fields and a playground are located around the accommodation centre. There are a number of multi-purpose rooms, meeting rooms and classrooms available. All groups and schools, irrespective of age, can stay here. The holiday centre has 65 rooms for 2 to 4 persons. All rooms are equipped with a bathroom.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor or can be reached via a spacious lift. The hallways are adequately wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs, clearance is 65 cm (photo 2).

 +32 58 41 23 41  +32 58 42 12 68 @ j-club@telenet.be  www.j-club.be

Communal toilet Adapted toilet in the hall with adequate free space alongside and at an angle. There is 1 m free space directly in front of the toilet. Equipped with safety rails.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 easily accessible rooms (numbers 104 and 105, 4 accessible beds together) with adequate circulation space (photo 1). The bathroom door is 80 cm wide.

Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The shower seat facilitates easy transfer to the side and at an angle. Free space in front is limited (72 cm). The toilet has a handrail and enough space alongside, 90 cm of free space in front of the toilet. The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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The veranda at the rear of the building is ideal for spending rainy days.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible with sufficient clearance.

Bertrandlaan 23 8670 Koksijde (Sint-Idesbald)

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 +32 58 51 16 63  +32 58 51 58 19 @ info@aep-group.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via a lift (surface area 120 x 130 cm).

You have to pass through a few double doors, which you are best advised to open fully because the individual doors can be a bit tight.

Dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and tables suitable for wheelchair users are present (the height of some tables is a little restricted at 68 cm).

Communal toilet The communal toilet on the ground floor has only one 75 cm door opening. The toilet on the first floor has a more practicable door width of 78 cm. In both of them the clearance is tight, but sufficient for use. Next to the toilet you have 85 and 80 cm clearance, respectively.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 8 and 9, at least 8 accessible beds together) (photo 2) on the first floor. The beds are 42 or 44 cm high. On the way to the showers you pass through a door 78 cm wide. Along the corridor there is a roll-in shower with a shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the shower chair. Because of the small wheels you will not be able to move around unaided. You use the communal toilet described above. There is a washbasin suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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General The youth vacation centre Midwester is located near the sweeping sandy beaches and the dunes of Koksijde. You can enjoy full board in one of the 16 rooms. Midwester is surrounded by a large, enclosed garden with an amphitheatre, beach volleyball field and picnic tables. If you want to go to the beach you can use one of the hand carts to take along spades, buckets and fishing nets, and the sea chest with educational material for sea and beach exploration.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences Specially adapted bedroom and bathroom on first floor accessible via a platform lift (dimensions: 100 x 76 cm) (photo 2). Some help is recommended. Adequate circulation space throughout.

 +32 58 51 92 22  +32 58 52 17 41

Dining room / multipurpose area Good circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs, clearance is 65 cm.

@ midwester@cjt.be  www.midwester.be

Communal toilet Comfortable amount of free space next to and at an angle to the toilet; only 90 cm space in front. Handrails are available.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 3 accessible bedrooms (photo 3) (on first floor, 6 accessible beds) and spacious bathroom in the hallway.

Roll-in shower with plastic chair with arms. The toilet has safety rails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is free space throughout.

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access path, entrance and reception On the slope at the entrance you may need a bit of a push (photo 1). There is a threshold of 4 cm at the door. Sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The passages are wide enough. A few tight spaces here and there do not create a problem for unobstructed movement.

Dining room / multipurpose area Sufficient clearance. There are tables available that are suitable for use from a wheelchair (height 67 cm).

In addition, table raisers are also available.

Communal toilet De ark: safety rails and sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet, limited in front to 81 cm.

The toilet in the communal bathroom is a good alternative. In De Sloep there is no commonly adapted toilet, but the toilet in the accessible bathrooms can be used.

In the toilet of De Kajuit there is sufficient space and there are safety rails.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom De ark: 10 accessible rooms (with a total of 26 accessible beds) and 3 easily accessible bathrooms along the corridor. De Sloep: also 10 accessible rooms (with 26 accessible beds) and 3 accessible bathrooms.

De Kajuit: 8 accessible rooms (with 20 accessible beds) and 2 accessible bathrooms.

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General The youth accommodation centre Zandboot is located in the dunes and only 700 metres from the sea. It’s an ideal destination for enjoying a wonderful holiday at the coast with your friends or club, or for school seaside outings. The Zandboot is a pleasant place to stay. The meals are adapted for children, the accommodation is spacious and includes a fun playground, and the dunes nearby are an ideal natural playing area.

1 aCCeSSIBIlIty InfOrMatIOn access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. The multipurpose area with toilet in Ter Helme is accessible via a lift of 98 x 128 cm; the lift door is 78 cm wide.

 +32 58 23 45 02  +32 58 23 26 54

Dining room / multipurpose area The dining room in Ter Helme (photo 2) has sufficient clearance. Some of the tables have under-table clearance for wheelchairs.

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Communal toilet The toilet on the first floor in Ter Helme has sufficient space and safety rails. The toilets at the entrance have sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. The space in front of the toilet is 103 cm in the men’s room but only 40 cm in the ladies’ room due to the position of the washbasin.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 rooms with bathroom (numbers 065 and 066 with at least 1 accessible bed in each room) (photo 3). Less clearance at the door, but wide enough for use. A little manoeuvring may be necessary. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users. There is a roll-in shower with just sufficient space, a seat and a safety rail.

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A quiet atmosphere pervades. Children can have fun in the renovated playgrounds and in the summer months there is an entertainment programme. De Wielen is the starting point for various cycle routes and also has all modern facilities.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Reception mainly takes place in the cafeteria (photo 2), which is easily accessible. The inaccessible reception at the entrance to the park is hardly ever used.

Zeebruggelaan 135 8370 Blankenberge  +32 50 41 22 67  +32 50 42 96 88 @ info@dewielen.be

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Walkways The paths are wide enough and paved.

Pitches The pitches are on average 160 m². They are easily accessible via the paths.

Sanitary block There are accessible sanitary facilities in block 1 next to the cafeteria. You might need assistance to get up the incline that runs as far as the door. There is a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The tap is on the same wall as the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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General Camping and holiday park Mercator in Middelkerke is a cosy and quiet campsite a stone’s throw from the sea and beach. Children will have the time of their life in the playing fields. You can enjoy delicious fish and meat dishes in their chip shop and restaurant.

Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception A lightly sloping surface in 2 parts leads to the patio.

Some manoeuvring may be required on the landings.

With a manual wheelchair, you will probably need help for the third, short and steep ramp that leads to the restaurant and the reception area. There is no level free space in front of the door.

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Walkways The paths are sufficiently wide and hardened.

Pitches Standard 100 m² and easily accessible via asphalt paths.

 +32 59 30 10 65  +32 59 31 20 51 @ camping.mercator@skynet.be

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Sanitary Block There is 1 sanitary block with adequate circulation space and a very spacious bathroom (photo 3). Rollin shower with shower seat with one safety rail. Both the shower seat and the toilet have adequate free space on the side, in front and at an angle. The toilet is equipped with handrails. The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Accessibility informAtion access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Walkways The paths are wide and hardened.

Bassevillestraat 141 8434 Westende  +32 58 22 30 25  +32 58 22 30 28 @ westende@kompascamping.be

camping areas

 www.kompascamping.be

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Pitches Standard 100 m² and easily accessible.

Sanitary block Blocks 1 and 4 offer easily accessible sanitary facilities. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails (photo 3). A chair with arms can also be installed. There is adequate free space in front of, next to and at an angle to the seat and the toilet.

Toilet with handrails. The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

Holiday dwellings Numbers 12 and 14: easily accessible with adequate circulation space. There are two single beds in the bedroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. Next to the shower seat there is 80 cm free space, in front is 100 cm. There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Equipped with a safety rail. The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, but due to the limited space at the counter you may need a little help.

Walkways The paths are wide enough and paved.

Koningin astridlaan 53B 8450 Bredene

Pitches The pitches are between 80 and 100 m² in size and easily reached via asphalt paths. You can park near the pitches.

camping areas

@ info@parkcosta.be  www.parkcosta.be

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Sanitary block There is 1 sanitary block with an accessible shower and toilet. The clearance in front of the door is 120x90 cm and there is a threshold of 3 cm. Entering during a test with a manual wheelchair appeared to be no problem (photo 2). The shower is roll-in, there is a shower seat (36 x 22 cm) with 2 safety rails and there is sufficient space everywhere (photo 3).

Clearance in the adapted toilet is 140 x 120 cm. There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet, in front of it you only have 75 cm. Safety rails are fitted. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

 +32 59 32 24 75  +32 59 33 11 30

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Modern facilities and comfort offer a guarantee for a successful holiday.

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Zandstraat 105 8450 Bredene  +32 59 32 24 58  +32 59 33 04 95 @ info@minnepark.be

camping areas

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access path, entrance and reception For the threshold of 6 cm at the door to the reception you may need a little help. The clearance in front of the door is limited, but by going through part of the terrace movement is fairly easy. There is sufficient clearance indoors.

Walkways The paths are wide enough and paved.

Pitches Standard 110 to 135 m² and easily reached via asphalt paths. You can park near the pitches.

Sanitary block The sanitary block is accessible. There is a slope up to the shower door, as a result of which you have no flat space (photo 2). The door threshold of 5 cm also makes independent entry with a manual wheelchair difficult. There is lots of space indoors. The shower is roll-in and has a shower seat (35 x 35 cm) and safety rails. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). In the toilet the clearance is limited to 150 x 120 cm, but this appears sufficient for unobstructed movement. There is sufficient space beside, in front of (110 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. The toilet has safety rails.

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Green Holiday centres

Hotels Meise - Falko Wezembeek-Oppem - La Vignette Aarschot - De Pluimpapaver Turnhout - Tegenover Turnhout - Turnhout City Hotel Brasschaat - Van der Valk Motel Dennenhof Maaseik - Kasteel Wurfeld Maaseik - Oude Eycke Voeren - De Kommel Overpelt - De Floreffe Bree - Mussenburghof Oostkamp - ‘t Roodhof Oostkamp - Van der Valk Hotel Brugge-Oostkamp Kortrijk - D-hotel Kortrijk - Ibis Kortrijk Centrum Ypres - Novotel Ieper Centrum Heuvelland - Belvedère Poperinge - Callecanes Sint-Niklaas - Ibis Sint-Niklaas Centrum Brakel - Het Leerhof

66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85

Guest rooms Bever - Rosario Heist-op-den-Berg - Hullebrug Herselt - B&B Amethist Lille - Hildegarden Rijkevorsel - B&B De Rijcke Rust Lier - B&B Soetemin Beringen - De Witte Merel Deluxe Maasmechelen - In De Oude Bedstee Dilsen-Stokkem - ‘t Poorthuys Gingelom - Hoeve Jadoul Oostkamp - De Grote Linde Zwevegem - Ovaertine Ruiselede - B&B Schietspoele Hooglede - Buytenshuys Poperinge - Predikherenhof Beveren-Waas - Arenberghoeve Buggenhout - B&B Mettes Aalst - La vie en roses Lede - Mirabella Geraardsbergen - B&B Hakuna Matata Zwalm - ’t Schoon Leven

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Holiday houses Herk-de-Stad - De Waterkant Maasmechelen - ‘t Mechels Bos Heers - Alfonsinehoeve Heers - Martenshof Gingelom - Aan het Tombos Alveringem - Vakantiehoeve Briesland Ypres - De Palingbeekhoeve Heuvelland - Vakantiehoeve Rodeberg Geraardsbergen - Provinciaal Domein De Gavers Ronse - Muzieklo

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Zandhoven - Domein Hooidonk Retie - Corsendonk De Linde Maaseik - ‘t Dorpshuys Borgloon - Herberg Het Klokhuis Borgloon - Kasteel Mariagaarde Deinze - De Ceder

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Youth holiday centres Galmaarden - De Carrousel Boortmeerbeek - Jeugdverblijfcentrum Kalleberg Zandvliet - Ruige Heide Herentals - De Brink Westerlo - Sporta Centrum Vorselaar - Berkelhoeve Hoogstraten - De Bonte Beestenboel Ravels - Jeugdlokalen Ravels-Eel Malle - Heibrand Malle - Provinciaal Vormingscentrum Malle Kasterlee - De Hoge Rielen Retie - Domein Beverdonk Sint-Katelijne-Waver - Domein Roosendael Bornem - Het Laathof Brasschaat - Bielebale Wuustwezel - Chirolokalen Chiro Wuustwezel Hasselt- Akabe Scouts Lokalen Beringen- Het Mezennestje Genk - De Roerdomp Lanaken - Pietersheim Maasmechelen - Vakantiehuis Fabiola Dilsen-Stokkem - De Kalei Maaseik - Sporta Beachclub Voeren - De Veurs Overpelt - ’t Pelterke Neerpelt - De Bosuil Lommel - Chikabo Hechtel-Eksel - Chiroheem Sint-Lambertus Hechtel-Eksel - De Bosuil Peer - Landelijk Ontmoetingscentrum Breugelhoeve Zedelgem - Hoogveld Wielsbeke - Vogelsang (domein Hernieuwenburg) Ruiselede - ’t Haantje Meulebeke - De Miere Roeselare - Het Rokken Lichtervelde - Radar vzw - Afrit 9 Moorslede - De Touwladder Ypres - De Iep Ypres - Ravenhof Langemark-Poelkapelle - Munchenhof Heuvelland - De Bosgeus Heuvelland - De Lork Heuvelland - Monsalvaet Mesen - Peace Village Zonnebeke - ’t Lotegat

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Green Sint-Niklaas - Den Bosduiker Sint-Niklaas - Scouts en Gidsen Vlaanderen Sint-Franciscus Lokeren - Hoogland (De Raap) Waasmunster - Heidepark Oudenaarde - Het Moerashuis Merelbeke - Ten Berg

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Camping areas Diest - Stille Kempen Lille - De Lilse Bergen Mol - Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer Kasterlee - Floreal Kempen Wachtebeke - Puyenbroeck Geraardsbergen - Provinciaal Domein De Gavers

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Not to be missed Back to nature Natuurpunt makes its nature areas in Flanders accessible for wheelchair users wherever possible. Walking routes, but also some bird watching shelters have been adapted. You can choose from 15 footpaths adapted for wheelchair users. In one nature area (Landschap De Liereman in Oud-Turnhout) the sand paths are not suitable for wheelchairs, but a wombat cross-country wheelchair is available. An extensive overview (in Dutch) of the accessible paths and bird watching shelters can be found at: www.natuurpunt.be/nl/de-natuur-in/rolstoelgebruikers_320.aspx

Natuurpunt

 + 32 15 29 72 72

Liesbet Cleynhens Coxiestraat 11 2800 Mechelen

@ liesbet.cleynhens@natuurpunt.be  www.natuurpunt.be/nl/de-natuur-in/rolstoelgebruikers_320.aspx

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‘Sneukel’ along the Schelde Between the East Flemish Elsegem and Bossuit (West Flanders) they no longer look up when a wheelchair bicycle, a duo-cycle or a tandem goes past. These zoom around much more often over the flat and well-signposted paths of the Sneukel bicycle route. A route that cyclists with and without a disability can enjoy together, that was the dream of the founder ‘t Sneukelwiel. The result is something to be proud of: a chain of 3 loops which lead you 10, 20 or 35 km through rural Flanders. Where the loops meet, hexagonal signposts put you on the right path. Underway you cross the provincial borders between East and West Flanders and all that time the mighty river Schelde will be your companion. Moreover, ‘t Sneukelwiel also makes a wide choice of ordinary and adapted cycle available for individual visitors and organizations. Don’t forget to visit the easily accessible Pompgebouw (pump building) in Bossuit before or after your cycle trip.

The building houses a visitors centre about the Bossuit-Kortrijk canal, the pump building and drinking water production in the region.

‘Sneukel’ bicycle route

 + 32 56 45 72 82

VVV West-Vlaamse Scheldestreek Doorniksesteenweg 402 8583 Bossuit- Avelgem

@ vvv.scheldestreek@skynet.be  www.westvlaamsescheldestreek.be

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Towering above the Westhoek The IJzertoren houses a museum about World War I and II. You can experience both wars, feel the fear of soldiers and citizens, walk in trenches and sit in the middle of bombardments.

Sloping areas help you over obstacles, there are adapted toilets and you can drink something in the accessible cafeteria. A lift leads to most important floors. On the computer of the ‘virtual museum’ you walk through the whole museum at your own tempo, and thus also the floors that cannot be reached with the lift. There is a Braille model with Braille text and audio explanation.

Ijzertoren

 + 32 51 50 02 86

Ijzerdijk 49 8600 Diksmuide

@ info@ijzertoren.org

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 www.ijzertoren.org

Unlimited play Accessible attraction parks in Limburg and Flemish Brabant A visit to an attraction park is always an experience for a family with children. Children with a limitation also want to take part in this voyage of discovery in a safe and adventurous manner. They have understood that well in the attraction parks in the Provinciedomein Het Vinne in Zoutleeuw, De Alk in Alken, De Dolfijn in Lommel, De Krieckaert in Lanaken and ’t Pelterke in Overpelt. The play parks contain numerous attractions that make perception by means of different senses possible and also feasible and safe with a motor limitation. Thus all children can enjoy optimal pleasure together.

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More information from: Het Vinne - +32 11 78 18 19 - www.vlaamsbrabant.be/zoutleeuw, De Alk – +32 11 59 29 56 - www.alken.be, De Dolfijn - +32 11 39 98 33 - www.lommel.be, De Krieckaert – +32 89 71 54 75 - www.dekrieckaert.be and ’t Pelterke – +32 11 64 14 65 - www.overpelt.be

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Not to be missed From Pittem to China The life of Ferdinand Verbiest, who was born in Pittem, is presented in a creative and contemporary way in this visitors centre. Verbiest was a missionary who went to China in the 17th century to work as a mathematician and astronomer at the court of the Chinese emperor. It was there that he invented many objects that are still important today, such as the thermometer and the first vehicle with a motor. At the centre, you will not only learn about this famous Jesuit priest but also about the other tourist attractions of the town of Pittem and the Brugse Ommeland region near Bruges. The centre is located on the market square in Pittem. The museum is open on weekdays and entry is free. It’s also open on weekends during the high season. It’s highly recommended because this visitors centre received the Flemish Innovation and Creativity Award in 2010. Of course, the centre, including the toilet, the reception and interactive elements and multimedia are fully accessible.

Visitors centre Ferdinand Verbiest

 + 32 51 46 03 58

Markt 1 8740 Pittem

 www.pittem.be

 + 32 51 46 03 51 @ toerisme@pittem.be

Hoge Kempen National Park You can enjoy the beauty of the Hoge Kempen National Park even if you have a disability. The Kattevennen and Pietersheim parks are excellent starting points. You will find all the necessary information for visiting the park and also about the easily accessible attractions and facilities which are really worth a visit.

Domein Pietersheim for example, houses the recently renovated medieval fortress with moat of Pietersheim, a quiet witness to the famous and turbulent battles of the Lords of Pietersheim. A suspended footpath, which is also accessible for wheelchair users, lets you explore the secrets of the fortress. This journey full of surprises also includes informative modules that tell the story of Pietersheim. The park also has a children’s farm and a playground with a few accessible toys.

In Domein Kattevennen you can study the stars and planets in the easily accessible Cosmodrome (formerly called the Europlanetarium). The De Krater bar and the toilet are accessible. Kids can have fun in the playground or admire the farm animals of the Heempark. You can stroll through the different farm gardens and also use the accessible toilet.

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Domein Pietersheim

 + 32 89 71 21 20 and +32 89 77 25 34 (medieval fortress)

Neerharenweg 12 3620 Lanaken

@ pietersheim@lanaken.be and waterburcht@lanaken.be  www.lanaken.be/pietersheim

Domein Kattevennen

 + 32 89 65 55 55

Planetariumweg 18 3600 Genk

@ kattevennen@genk.be and cosmodrome@genk.be  www.toegangspoortkattevennen.be and www.cosmodrome.be

 + 32 89 73 17 73 and +32 89 77 78 29 (medieval fortress)

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Unlimited Het Vinne has much more to offer than the accessible playground we mention on p.61. Wheelchair users can also follow a sensory experience path along a stream called the Sint-Odulphiusbeek, and you’ll use your senses to enjoy the natural beauty of this location. The bike rental firm has some special bikes for people with a disability: a wheelchair bike, a duo-bike, tandems and bicycles with a low step. In addition, an accessible cycle route starts in the park. It is recommended you book the bikes by e-mail or by calling the phone number indicated below.

A Wombat all-terrain wheelchair is available for the walks around the lake.

The visitors centre has relief maps available for the blind and visually impaired, to give them an impression of the different biotopes and the natural water balance in Het Vinne.

You can also visit the herb garden, which is accessible for wheelchair users, and borrow a Daisy player.

Provinciedomein Het Vinne

 + 32 11 78 18 19

Ossenwegstraat 70 3440 Zoutleeuw

@ provinciedomein.zoutleeuw@vlaamsbrabant.be  www.vlaamsbrabant.be

Back to the past In the Gallo-Roman Museum you will discover the many facets of man’s history, from prehistoric times to the end of the Roman age. You will learn about major events that changed history and see more than 2000 objects from the museum’s own collections, carefully explained and presented in a fascinating way by Niek Kortekaas and De Gregorio & Partners. So don’t forget to visit the Gallo-Roman Museum which was chosen as best European museum in 2011. The museum is also accessible with wide passages, spacious lifts and accessible toilets. Tours can be booked upon request for the blind and visually impaired. They also have many sensory tables that make it possible to feel history.

Gallo-Roman Museum

 + 32 12 67 03 30

Kielenstraat 15 3700 Tongeren

@ grm@limburg.be  www.galloromeinsmuseum.be

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Not to be missed Following the river Scheldt The Scheldeland car and motorbike route is a signposted trail across the Scheldeland, the area around the river Scheldt. The Scheldt meanders between Ghent and Antwerp in seductive curves through an attractive landscape of green embankments and unique mud flats and marsh lands.

The river Dender flows into the Scheldt in Dendermonde and the river Rupel in Rupelmonde. You can use the many ferries to hop from one river bank to the other.

Circular 1 Scheldt and Rupel is approximately 100 km (60 miles) and lets you explore the Scheldeland which is near Antwerp with its authentic landscape and inhabitants (also called Small Brabant). You can continue your journey towards the Rupel area and visit Breendonk Fort, the Provincial Recreation Centre De Schorre and the cultural city of Mechelen. Circular 2 Scheldt and Durme is also about 100 km (60 miles) and takes you through the East Flanders side of the river Scheldt. Don’t forget to stop in Buggenhoutbos, visit the UNESCO city of Dendermonde and get some fresh air at the Donkmeer lake in Berlare. And also remember to taste the many local specialities, in particular eel and beer.

This exciting route is perfect for touring several days and suited for everyone. No less than 4 places with accessible accommodation can be found along this route!

This brochure also includes extra information and useful symbols for the disabled. You can immediately see where accessible facilities can be found in museums, tourist information centres, cafés and restaurants. You can read the detailed accessibility information in Dutch on the website www.scheldeland.be. The route can be obtained from the East-Flanders Tourist Board.

Accessible walks in East-Flanders East-Flanders tourist board, Toerisme Oost-Vlaanderen, has mapped out easily accessible walks on 5 existing and signposted walking routes in Berlare, Wachtebeke, Lokeren, Zevergem and Tielrode. These walks are on comfortable, wide paths and usually with the necessary facilities and rest areas. Any accessible restaurants and cafés nearby can also be found. The trails are between 4 and 11 km (2.5 and 7 miles). Items that may need your attention are also mentioned so you can take these into account during your walk. You can read the detailed accessibility information in Dutch on the website www.tov.be. The route is available from the contact details below.

Accessible walks and Scheldeland car and motorbike route Toerisme Oost-Vlaanderen Sint-Niklaasstraat 2 9000 Ghent

 + 32 9 269 26 00  www.tov.be

The Accessible Travel Info Point has even more information about walking and cycling in Flanders and Brussels, like where you can rent, amongst other things, wheelchair bicycles.

This information is always based on objective expert inspection or the experience of people with a disability. You can find the contact address at the backside of this brochure.

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Falko **** Meise 

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The hotel has 45 deluxe rooms with the latest amenities. It’s an ideal starting point for your trip along the country lanes and pleasant villages of the Green Belt or a visit to Brusselss. In the evening you can enjoy the refined cuisine of a rural gastronomic farmhouse.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception A slight incline runs up to the door (photo 2). Because of this you may have slightly more difficulty opening the door. Easily accessible, sufficient clearance.

Stationstraat 54A 1861 Meise (Wolvertem)  +32 2 263 04 50  +32 2 263 04 79 @ info@falkohotel.be  www.falkohotel.be

Passageways and level differences Some double doors along the route are generally open. The most important areas are located on the ground floor or are easily accessible via the lift.

The lift to room 1.3 has a door 81 cm wide, the surface area in the lift is 95 x 138 cm (width x depth).

Restaurant / breakfast room Ample circulation space (photo 1). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers -1.3 and 11) with adapted bathroom (photo 3: room 11) . The space behind the door to the room is a bit smaller, but adequate for rather easy use. The bathroom contains a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Access path, entrance and reception Access is possible via 3 entrances. If you arrive by car, drive directly to the parking area next to the specially adapted rooms. There is also an easily negotiable ramp next to the patio, from where you can reach the hall. The main entrance is the least suitable for a manual wheelchair due to a rather steep ramp and no level free space in front of the door. There is adequate circulation space inside.

Leuvensesteenweg 12 1970 Wezembeek-Oppem  +32 2 767 83 56  +32 2 767 83 29

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible.

Restaurant / breakfast room The proprietor sets up the tables in function of the guests who are staying there. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available. The limited circulation space in front of the door and the free space next to the handle behind the door are still adequate for practical use.

Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 23 and 24) with adequate circulation space. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Ample space everywhere (photo 3).

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De Pluimpapaver ** Aarschot 

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You can leave your bicycle in the locked cycle parking.

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Nopstal 51 3202 Aarschot (Rillaar)  +32 16 50 22 19  +32 16 80 50 35 @ info@pluimpapaver.eu  www.pluimpapaver.eu

Access path, entrance and reception Due to the inclines so typical of the region, you will probably need to have someone with you to accompany you to the entrance. Use the entrance with parking at the rear. From the parking area, there is a level and obstacle-free approach to the entrance with a bell to the breakfast room. There you have a small threshold of 6 cm. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

Here and there you will find limited space and clearance, but sufficient for use with assistance.

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance and a table suitable for wheelchair use is provided.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Auxerrois’) (photo 2). You can reach the room via a 90 cm wide corridor, or via the outside door with an incline that runs up to the door. There is no level space there. The clearance in the bathroom is tight, but manageable. There is a roll-in shower with chair (39 x 31 cm) and foldable armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and also sufficient space. The depth under the wash basin is limited to 23 cm, but you can easily operate the lever tap.

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Tegenover has special offers and upon request can arrange admission tickets for movies in the Utopolis complex nearby.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible via ramp through to the door, adequate circulation space. Part of the reception desk accommodates wheelchairs.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. Hallway is sufficiently wide for easy passage.

Stationstraat 46 2300 Turnhout

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

 +32 14 43 47 05  +32 14 43 47 75

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 12). Adequate circulation space (photo 2). Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. There is plenty of space next to the seat, but a forward transfer is difficult due the limited free space in front of the seat. The tap is far from the seat (85 cm). The toilet has handrails. Here again, a sideways transfer is best, because the free space in front of the toilet is limited to 60 cm due to the placement of the washbasin (photo 3). The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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@ info@hoteltegenover.be  www.hoteltegenover.be

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails available. The circulation space before and behind the door to the toilet is rather tight, but usable with some manoeuvring.

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Turnhout City Hotel **** Turnhout 

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The tastefully furnished rooms with terrace or air conditioning are equipped with flat-screen TV, telephone and Internet. In the morning, enjoy a delicious buffet breakfast in the restaurant and on Sunday visit the antique market.

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Stationstraat 5 2300 Turnhout  +32 14 82 02 02  +32 14 82 02 03 @ info@turnhoutcity-hotel.be  www.turnhoutcity-hotel.be

Access path, entrance and reception You can choose between two alternatives for the staircase: a 75 x105 cm platform lift that takes you straight to the entrance or a slope that leads to the hotel via the brasserie. This slope is rather steep and as a result, mostly useful with assistance. The clearance in front of the reception desk is 150 x 130 cm (photo 2).

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached by a sufficiently large lift. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room Good clearance. There are high enough tables present.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 1 and 106) (photo 3). There is a narrowing of 105 cm on the way to the bedrooms. Roll-in shower with shower seat 34 x 26 cm and a safety rail. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat, in front you only have 98 cm. There is also a shower wheelchair present. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space.

The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Extra Room 5 is furnished with antiallergenic materials.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Bredabaan 940 2930 Brasschaat

Restaurant / breakfast room There is manoeuvring space in front of the buffet and on the route, but you cannot turn around completely with a wheelchair. There are high enough tables present (photo 2).

 +32 3 663 05 09  +32 3 663 55 11 @ dennenhof@valk.com

Communal toilet Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. The space beside the door handle is a bit tight.

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You can relax in the English garden, do some shopping in Aachen or Maastricht, have a drink on a terrace in Maaseik or visit a local beauty farm. Do you like sports activities? Castle Wurfeld is located near the cross-border cycling network that takes you to the Netherlands and Germany. There are various function rooms for seminars and parties.

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Kapelweg 60 3680 Maaseik  +32 89 56 81 36  +32 89 56 87 89 @ info@kasteelwurfeld.be  www.kasteelwurfeld.be

Access path, entrance and reception Entrance by means of a platform lift. The space in front of the entrance door and beside the door handle is limited, but allows unobstructed use. Inside there is sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via a lift (surface area 107 x 138 cm). The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance (photo 1). There are high enough tables present.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 105 and 106) (photo 3). The space in front of and behind the door to the room and beside the door handle is a bit tight, but entering is fairly easy. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. The space beside the seat is 84 cm, in front 118 cm (in room 105) or 112 cm (in room 106). Diagonally in front of the seat you have more than enough space. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair. In front of the washbasin there is 107 cm of free space in room 105 and 97 cm in room 106.

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GENERAL Enjoy the quiet in this brand new hotel that is located in a fine 19th century farmstead. Within the unique surroundings of the picturesque village of Aldeneik, all the ingredients are present for the holiday of your dreams: hospitality, luxury rooms, a cosy inner courtyard, the delicious breakfast buffet, the location alongside the cycle route network with free cross-border ferries and the proximity of Maaseik, the River Meuse and 2 water sports centres.

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Aldeneikerweg 82 3680 Maaseik (Aldeneik)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 89 69 99 65 +32 476 91 63 40

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance and a table suitable for wheelchair use is provided.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 1 and 6) (photo 2). Two single beds in the room. The bathroom (photo 3) has a roll-in shower with chair (39 x 31 cm) and foldable armrests. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and also sufficient space. The foldable safety rail, not shown in the photo, can be removed. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Extra A few rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. In all rooms the pillows, mattresses and duvets have an anti-allergy label.

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De Kommel *** Voeren 

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Kommel 1 3798 ‘s Gravenvoeren  +32 4 381 01 85  +32 4 381 23 30 @ info@dekommel.be  www.dekommel.be

Access path, entrance and reception The adapted car park next to the entrance is in bricks.

For a walk, you have to cross the gravel car park. This is however fairly good for wheelchair users. On the public road you will need a strong pusher to cross the steep street. The clearance in the entrance hall is tight, but sufficient for practical use.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift (108 x 139 cm). Here and there the clearance is a little tight, but sufficient for you to be able to get around easily.

Restaurant / breakfast room The clearance and space by the door is tight, but is sufficient for you to be able to ride in and out with ease. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 1). A bit tight for clearance behind the door, but certainly sufficient for practical use. Two single beds in the room (photo 2). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space to be able to make the transfer to the shower chair. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

Extra A few rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. Rooms 1, 18, 19, 26 and 27 have pillows and feather duvets with an anti-allergy label.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Lindelsebaan 248 3900 Overpelt

Restaurant / breakfast room Space for manoeuvres en route is 120 x 150 cm. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair, even if they are just 65 cm high (photo 2).

 +32 11 81 83 00 +32 476 50 78 72  +32 11 66 68 01

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted (photo 3).

Clearance is 120 x 150 cm.

@ info@defloreffe.be  www.defloreffe.be

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Mussenburghof ** Bree 

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Brugstraat 76 3960 Bree  +32 89 46 11 38  +32 89 47 14 30 @ info@mussenburghof.be  www.mussenburghof.be

Access path, entrance and reception The cobblestones on part of the access path have been levelled off and are suitable for a wheelchair. The space and clearance behind the entrance door and in the hall are tight, but manageable.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

The spaces and clearances by the doors of the rooms mentioned below are tight, but are sufficient for use.

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance and a table suitable for wheelchair use is provided.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Boogschutter’) (photo 2). The height of the bed is 57 cm. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with movable shower seat (37 x 44 cm) and a safety rail (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Extra A few rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. In 8 rooms the pillows, mattresses and duvets have an anti-allergy label.

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‘t Roodhof ** Oostkamp 

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GENERAL ’t Roodhof is a renovated farmhouse in the green belt around Bruges. Bruges, the Belgian coast and the Brugs Ommeland cycle route are all nearby.

The rooms are basic but in perfect condition. The restaurant serves a delicious breakfast buffet and three-course meals, and the cosy bar is also worth a visit. You have a wonderful view from the terrace. There are 3 multipurpose rooms for family and friend reunions, workshops and parties. You can also reserve bicycles and traditional games.

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Nieuwburgstraat 32 8020 Oostkamp

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. Only 1 door to the bedroom is a little tight for space but sufficient.

 +32 50 84 22 90  +32 50 84 22 91

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

@ info@troodhof.be  www.troodhof.be

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Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 9) (photo 3). The space beside the door handle of the room door is limited. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with small wheels and armrests which can be detached. The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair; the clearance in front of the washbasin is 120 x 120 cm.

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Van der Valk Hotel Brugge Oostkamp **** Oostkamp 

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The hotel has an attractive bar, a cosy restaurant, 4 multipurpose rooms with direct sunlight, airconditioning and all standard equipment. Relax in the wellness area with solarium, free sauna, jacuzzis and fitness area. Discover, enjoy and experience ...

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible with sufficient clearance.

Kapellestraat 146 8020 Oostkamp  +32 50 83 37 80  +32 50 83 37 83

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with the lift. The clearance for the lift door is 120 x 120 cm. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room Can be reached using the lift. Sufficient clearance but a little tight at the buffet to be able to turn completely.

There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Communal toilet Clearance at the door handle is a little tight. The clearance at the side and diagonally beside the toilet is sufficient; in front of the toilet you only have 70 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 9) (photo 2). The clearance and space behind the room door is minimal but useful. The bed is 60 cm high. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (36 x 37 cm) and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside (86 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users.

There are another 11 rooms with an adapted bathroom but the seats are located slightly too far from the shower tap and no safety rails are provided.

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D-hotel **** Kortrijk 

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The spacious wellness area with saunas, Turkish bath, jacuzzi and swimming pool guarantees total relaxation. You can have a great meal in the bistro.

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The passages are wide enough. The inclined area on the route from the reception to the room is perhaps a little steep for some.

Here assistance can be designated.

Abdijmolenweg 1 8510 Kortrijk (Marke)

Restaurant / breakfast room The clearance is a little tight here and there, but sufficient for using the breakfast room. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ info@d-hotel.be  www.d-hotel.be

 +32 56 21 21 00  +32 56 20 30 01

Photos: 1 & 2 Black & Light Photography Rudy Beyens

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 easily accessible room (number 11) with two single beds. The beds are 60 cm high. The clearance at the doors is a little more limited, but sufficient for unobstructed movement. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with folding armrests.

The shower surface is sufficiently large. The toilet has safety rails, there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use (photo 3), there is sufficient clearance.

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Ibis Hotel Kortrijk Centrum *** Kortrijk 

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The reception, bar and breakfast room are striking trendy and pleasant. Kortrijk is also an ideal base for nature and cycling lovers; in the Leie region you can cycle pleasantly along water and hills.

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doorniksestraat 26 - 30 8500 Kortrijk  +32 56 25 79 75  +32 56 22 62 80

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet The clearance is 130 x 140 cm. Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 330 and 339) (photo 3). The clearance and space by the doors is a little tight, but sufficient for unobstructed use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. Sufficient space next to, in front of (107 cm in room 330) and diagonally in front of the seat.

The toilet has safety rails, there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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This hotel is suitable for business travellers as well as families.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences There is sufficient clearance everywhere, The passages are wide enough. Large lift to the rooms.

Sint-jacobsstraat 15 8900 ypres

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space (photo 2). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs, depth under the table is 40 cm.

 +32 57 42 96 00  +32 57 42 96 01

Communal toilet Adapted toilet with adequate circulation space and free space in front and at an angle to the toilet. The free space next to the toilet is limited due to the location of the toilet on a slanting wall. Handrails available.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 117 and 217). The bathroom door is 83 cm wide. There is only a bath with bath board, and no shower (photo 3). The space in front of the toilet is tight (108 cm). The toilet has 1 safety rail and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

The circulation space in front is 100 x 200 cm. There is limited space at the door, but there is still adequate space for practical use.

@ H3172@accor.com

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Rodebergstraat 49 8954 heuvelland (Westouter)  +32 57 44 41 13  +32 57 44 70 05

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Access path, entrance and reception It is best to use the lift, since the sloping surface is rather steep for a manual wheelchair. There is adequate circulation space inside. There is a lowered reception counter.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are accessible via the lift.

The circulation space in front of the lift on the upper floor is tight, but is not really a problem due to the position of the room directly across from the lift door. The corridors are sufficiently wide for easy passage.

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space: the narrowest passage is 120 cm wide, over a distance of 2 metres. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

Communal toilet The toilet is easily useable, although the free space next to the door handle inside is a bit limited. Free space in front of the toilet is 93 cm. There is adequate free space next to and at an angle to the toilet. A handrail is available.

Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room (number 7) with two single beds. The space in front of the entrance door and beside the door handle is limited, but allows unobstructed use. Ample space inside.

Roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail (photo 3). Free space in front of the seat is 113 cm, adequate free space next to and at an angle to the toilet.

The toilet has a handrail and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via the lift. The passages are wide enough.

Bedroom and bathroom 4 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 16, 17, 18 and 23). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and folding armrests. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

info-reservatie@hotel-callecanes.be  www.hotel-callecanes.be

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 +32 57 38 88 08  +32 57 38 87 83

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Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance. There are high enough tables present.

Callecanesweg 12 8978 Poperinge (Watou)

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Ibis Sint-Niklaas Centrum *** Sint-Niklaas 

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hemelaerstraat 2 9100 Sint-Niklaas  +32 3 231 31 41  +32 3 231 71 91

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via the lift. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room In front of the buffet the clearance is a little tight here and there. Otherwise there is sufficient clearance.

There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet The clearance inside and the space by the door handle in the toilet is a bit tight, but manageable. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 4 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 107, 207, 307 and 407). The door to the room is a little difficult to open on your own because of the heavy door and the tight space by the door handle. Beside the bed you have 100 cm clearance (photo 2). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

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Het Leerhof *** Brakel 

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If you would rather take things easy, you can sit in the garden with a book and listen to the peace and quiet around you. In the evening you can enjoy a nice drink in the peaceful inner courtyard, by the stoves, or withdraw to the meditation area.

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hollebeekstraat 6 9661 Brakel (Parike)  +32 55 42 02 43  +32 55 42 03 91

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

@ info@leerhof.be  www.leerhof.be

Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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The bathroom has a roll-in shower with movable shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

There is more than sufficient clearance.

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Poreel 10a 1547 Bever  +32 54 58 68 20 @ info@rosario.be  www.rosario.be

Access path, entrance and reception The entrance path has a gate which is 77 cm wide. It is also possible to drive a car up to the entrance. The side entrance is accessible. The clearance and space at the door is a little tight, but manageable. Inside there is sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The clearance and space in the various passages and at the doors to the areas mentioned is minimal but sufficient.

Living/dining room There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is less clearance at the buffet: 120 x 200 cm. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users (not on the photo).

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Communal toilet The clearance is tight, but sufficient. You have sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and bathroom You enter the accessible garden room (with 2 single beds which are 41 cm high) via an outdoor path. On this path you must pass through a double door with sections which are 73 and 72 cm wide, and a slope. You may need a little push on the slope. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with sufficient space and a shower seat with detachable armrests (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is only just suitable for use from a wheelchair; the clearance in front of it is 125 x 198 cm.

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Close to Antwerp, Mechelen and Brussels, these guest rooms are both ideally located for business people and for anyone who wants to combine a city trip with a stay in a comfortable, rural B&B.

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 +32 475 85 87 93  +32 3 411 14 99 @ info@hullebrug.be  www.hullebrug.be

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Frisine’). The clearance in front of the door to the room is a little tight, but sufficient for use. The door to the room is 83 cm wide.

There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). The extended toilet has safety rails and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair. In the bedroom and bathroom there is sufficient space everywhere.

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Living / dining room Behind the door there is just not enough space to be able to turn around completely with a wheelchair. There are tables suitable for wheelchair use, free height under the table is 65 cm.

Bevelsesteenweg 101 2222 heist-op-den-Berg (itegem)

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Gustaaf Vandenheuvelstraat 132 2230 herselt (Ramsel)  +32 16 53 40 79 +32 496 50 31 85 @ info@amethist.be  www.amethist.be

Access path, entrance and reception Parking and access path are pebbled, but a special construction technique makes it suitable for a wheelchair. It is also possible to drive up as far as the cobbles at the entrance hall (photo 2). There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance. The table suitable for use from a wheelchair has a height of 66 cm and a clear depth under the table of 57 cm (photo 1).

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Communal toilet Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (“Geluk” room). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails (photo 3) and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Hildegarden **** Lille 

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GENERAL In addition to a holiday home, Hildegarden also offers 4 new rooms, 2 of which are accessible with the A+ label. The accommodation is located in a quiet residential area with the charms of the Antwerp Kempen and numerous places to eat in the neighbourhood. The Lilse Bergen recreational park is only 1.5 km (1 mile) away. The hiking and cycle point networks are easily accessible. In other words, you’ll be staying in pleasant surroundings and there is time for a chat.

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Meikloklaan 26 2275 Lille (Gierle)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 494 73 75 52

Living / dining room On the path to the veranda you will encounter a small threshold of 5.5 cm. The clearance on the veranda is a little tighter, but allows a comfortable use of the space.

There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ info@hildegarden.be  www.hildegarden.be

Extra In the “Klaproos” and “Boterbloem” rooms there are provisions for people with asthma and allergies. The mattress and bed linen are house dust mite proof.

There are also provisions for people with a visual impairment, such as guide lines.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (“Korenbloem” (photo 2) and “Pioen”). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Pruimenstraat 6 2310 Rijkevorsel  +32 3 314 10 25  +32 473 81 18 31

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@ info@derijckerust.be  www.derijckerust.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (Pyrus) (photo 2).

The bathroom has a roll-in shower with sufficient space and a shower seat with detachable armrests (photo 3).

The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users and there is sufficient clearance.

Extra The 3 rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. The upholstery is house dust mite proof.

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The modern, luxurious bedrooms have something for everyone. In the evening you can visit the restaurant in the adjoining building.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough. Here and there the space is limited by the door handles, but sufficient for use.

Schollebeekstraat 4 2500 Lier  +32 3 480 52 42 +32 479 44 90 69  +32 3 294 85 91

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair use (height 66 cm, width 80 cm). In the restaurant in the adjoining building, which can be reached from the B&B, the height clearance under the tables is limited to 35 cm.

@ info@soetemin.be  www.soetemin.be

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 1) (photo 1). Two single beds in the room. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (36 x 36 cm) and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to (83 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

The tap is a bit far from the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, there is sufficient clearance.

Tessenderlosesteenweg 224 3583 Beringen (Paal)  +32 495 52 42 78

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room The breakfast location is in the room itself. Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for a wheelchair present (clear depth under the table 40 cm).

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Montreal’) (photo 2). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair.

The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

Extra 1 bedroom is suitable for people with asthma and allergies (‘Malibu’).

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You can also consider a trip to the Maasmechelen Village shopping centre.

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Access path, entrance and reception The adapted room is easy to reach, there is sufficient clearance.

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (photo 2) with bathroom (number 5). There are two single beds in the bedroom. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of (110 cm) and diagonally in front of the seat.

The toilet has safety rails and there is space beside, in front (slightly limited to 115 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is 114 cm clearance in front of the washbasin.

Langeweidestraat 28 3631 Maasmechelen (Uikhoven)  +32 89 71 14 91 @ indeoudegod@euphonynet.be  www.indeoudebedstee.be

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Steenweg naar Neeroeteren 2 3650 dilsen-Stokkem  +32 89 86 16 02 +32 472 40 81 90  +32 89 86 16 02 @ poorthuys@skynet.be

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 users.skynet.be/poorthuys

Access path, entrance and reception Gravel parking and access path from the public road. For this you will probably need help. There are two adapted parking places with clinkers connecting to the entrance of the adapted room. The entrance itself is easily accessible, with sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences All rooms are located on the ground floor. There is a narrowing to 101 cm wide on the route to the breakfast room and room 2. Furthermore sufficient clearance.

Living / dining room The sloping threshold at the door appears to be easily usable. The clearance behind the door to the room and next to the door handle is a bit tighter, but appears sufficient for unobstructed use. Clearance in front of the buffet and in the room is 90 x 120 cm. There is a table suitable for a wheelchair (clear depth under the table 53 cm).

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (photo 2) with two 58 cm high single beds and bathroom (numbers 1 and 2). The clearance at the doors and next to the door handle is a little limited here and there, but appears sufficient for unobstructed use. The bathrooms have a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. The space in front of the toilet is limited due to the location of the washbasin, because of this it is not possible to stop right in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

Extra An electric bed and crutches are available.

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GENERAL Full of atmosphere, quiet but nevertheless active square farm where the stables have been converted into luxurious guest rooms. Groups can also rent the whole complex. The rooms have a desk with TV, chairs, alarm clock radio, mini bar, safe and WiFi connection. They all have their own bathroom equipped with a washbasin with hair drier, shower or bath and wc. The 2 multipurpose areas are ideal for seminars, reunions or recreational activities.

The farm is also child friendly. The tennis court and petanque course are wheelchair accessible.

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hoogstraat 34 3890 Gingelom (Vorsen)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. If you go from the living room to the room, there is not so much space for reaching the door handle, but you can easily get through the door.

 +32 11 88 23 54

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@ info@hoevejadoul.be  www.hoevejadoul.be

Living / dining room In the dining area the clearance is 120 x 150 cm by the table. There is a good table suitable for use from a wheelchair (photo 2).

Extra Enjoy a guided tour in the orchards with a wheelchair accessible cart.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Kordia’). The space behind the door to the room and next to the door handle is a little restricted, but appears sufficient for unobstructed use.

Two single beds in the room. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photograph 3).

Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

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Beernemsestraat 27 8020 Oostkamp  +32 50 82 20 16 +32 478 64 53 31

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@ leentjedeclercq@hotmail.com  www.degrotelinde.be

Access path, entrance and reception You may need some help on the gravel on the access path, although the parts where there is little gravel are fairly accessible with a wheelchair. It is also possible to drive up to the paved parking in front of the guest rooms. The space and clearance by the entrance door to ‘t Zomerhuis is tight, but certainly manageable.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

Here and there the clearance is a bit tight, but sufficient for use.

Living / dining room In the breakfast room the space and clearance by the door is tight, but usable. Otherwise there is sufficient clearance. The table suitable for use from a wheelchair has a depth of 50 cm.

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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Each of the five charming guest rooms has its own bathroom, central heating and TV. Your hostess cooks in an open kitchen with produce fresh from the market. Enjoy the peaceful and cosy guestroom and garden. Ovaertine also organises cooking workshops.

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Access path, entrance and reception The parking in the inner courtyard and the access path are partially gravelled. It has been well rolled so that it is fairly easy to use with a wheelchair. Furthermore, you can park your car next to the paved terrace. The car park next to the building is more difficult with a wheelchair but as a wheelchair user you don’t really need it. Small 4 cm threshold at the entrance door.

There is sufficient clearance.

Beekstraat 41 8550 Zwevegem  +32 56 75 33 63 +32 478 25 66 59  +32 56 75 33 63

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

@ info@ovaertine.be  www.ovaertine.be

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 1).

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Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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Schietspoelestraat 1 8755 Ruiselede  +32 51 69 51 46 +32 478 07 82 59  +32 51 69 51 46 @ info@schietspoele.be  www.schietspoele.be

Access path, entrance and reception The access path consists of cobbles and stone, both are well suited for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet (photo 3). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Gitsbergstraat 39 8830 hooglede (Gits)

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible.

 +32 51 20 37 53 +32 476 456 231  +32 51 20 37 53

Living / dining room There is good circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 1).

@ info@buytenshuys.be  www.buytenshuys.be

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the bedroom toilet is always close at hand.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 spacious, accessible room on the ground floor (photo 2). Two single beds available. Roll-in shower with shower chair with removable arms and handrails (photo 3). There is a spacious adapted toilet, with safety rails and a washbasin that accommodates wheelchairs.

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This is a good starting point to the recently installed bicycle and hiking network. Ideal for reunions of friends and family, or a peaceful midweek stay.

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Elverdingseweg 25 8970 Poperinge  +32 57 42 23 66  +32 57 42 15 31

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Access path, entrance and reception The ramp extends to just in front of the door; there is no level free space (photo 2). Therefore, wheelchair users will probably need help opening the door. The proprietors are also ready to help.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible, despite the sometimes slightly narrower hallway.

Living / dining room Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs that can be raised even higher using blocks.

Communal toilet There is no specially adapted communal toilet present, but the bedroom with adapted toilet is located on the ground floor and close to the breakfast area.

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The bathroom door is 80 cm wide. Roll-in shower with shower seat and vertical handrails (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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De Arenberghoeve is located in one of the Waas Polders between Kieldrecht and Doel, close to the Dutch border. It is an ideal base for hiking and cycling in a vast polder landscape.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Nieuw-Arenbergstraat 8 9130 Beveren-Waas (Kieldrecht)  +32 3 225 34 28 +32 476 31 88 10

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ info@arenberghoeve.be  www.arenberghoeve.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Prosper’) (photo 1).

The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (35 x 29 cm) and safety rail. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use by a wheelchair user, although the depth is limited to 62 cm. There is sufficient clearance.

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Access path, entrance and reception Part of the access path is cobbled. It does seem to be fairly suitable for a wheelchair. Due to the rather heavy door and the 4 cm threshold at the entrance, you may need some help. Inside there is sufficient space.

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An extensive breakfast ensures a good start. B&B Mettes also looks after the environment.

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Brusselmansstraat 22 9255 Buggenhout  +32 52 33 54 85 +32 473 71 69 33  +32 52 40 85 00

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Passageways and level differences The rooms can be reached by a 91 x 120 cm platform lift (photo 2). The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room The dining area is in the guesthouse itself. There is good clearance there. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair. The kitchen can be used by guests and is accessible (photo 3).

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 entirely accessible room with bathroom (number 1).

There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. The tap is 75 cm from the seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space in front and diagonally in front; at the side, slightly limited at 82 cm. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, space in front of the washbasin is 105 cm.

Room 2 is also fairly well accessible and has the same fixtures, but has one minus point that there is only a space of 88 cm in front of the washbasin.

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GENERAL La Vie en Roses is peacefully situated in the Scheldeland region. The central location makes it the ideal base for trips to Aalst, Ghent, Brussels and Antwerp. You’ll be staying at a working horticultural farm with rose nursery in the open air and you’ll have a wonderful view of two rose gardens. The patio is a pleasant place to spend time. The 5 guest rooms are newly renovated with all amenities.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible; there is a threshold of 3 cm at the door. There is sufficient clearance.

Tinnenhoekstraat 61 9310 Aalst (Moorsel)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

 +32 53 78 80 34 +32 474 98 46 86  +32 53 71 14 16

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance, but maximum 140 cm in front of the buffet. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (Moonlight). The room has 2 single beds (photo 2). The bathroom (photo 3) has a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 38 cm) and a safety rail. The safety rail is difficult to use for the transfer because it’s not fitted correctly. There is sufficient space beside, in front of (116 cm) and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has a safety rail and there is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 96 cm. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users and there is sufficient clearance.

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@ info@lavieenroses.be  www.lavieenroses.be

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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GENERAL This restored square farm with an attractive inner courtyard is located on the edge of the HonegemSoleghem nature reserve and within cycling distance of both Aalst and Dendermonde. Hikers and cyclists will certainly find this region to their taste. All guest rooms are equipped with modern comfort and a spacious bathroom. You will feel at home in the friendly breakfast room and cosy sitting area.

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Blomstraat 4 9340 Lede  +32 53 77 57 64 @ info.mirabella@telenet.be  www.mirabella.be

Access path, entrance and reception The cobblestone access path has been well laid and is therefore very easy to use with a wheelchair (photo 2).

A slight incline runs up to the door, but you can easily open the door on your own. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

The passages are sufficiently wide. Only en route to your room is there a narrowing of 103 cm, but there is enough space for turning around.

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Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 1).

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Zomerkamer’). The clearance behind the bed to the wardrobe is 87 cm wide. Elsewhere in the room there is sufficient clearance. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with folding armrests. There is just sufficient space to be able to make the transfer to the shower wheelchair. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 3).

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B&B Hakuna Matata **** Geraardsbergen 

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GENERAL The 4-star B&B Hakuna Matata is situated at the foot of the Bosberg hill in Geraardsbergen, a picturesque village in the Flemish Ardennes. You’ll be staying in one of the 3 deluxe theme rooms (Morocco, Thailand and South-Africa suite). The B&B is located in a cycling and hiking paradise in the quiet region of Dender-Mark. They have a bicycle shed and you can also rent bikes. Nearby you can visit the Helix or the provincial park De Gavers. And last but not least, don’t forget the famous cycling hill De Muur, the mattentaart cakes and Manneken Pis.

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Living / dining room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is little space next to the door handle. The clearance is a bit tight, but manageable. There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is 101 cm. There is a safety rail.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Marrakesh’) (photo 1). The room’s door is a bit difficult to open. There is an incline to cross a threshold. There are two single beds in the room. The clearance next to the bed is a bit tight, but manageable. The bathroom (photo 3) has a roll-in shower with movable shower seat with folding armrests. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair; the clearance is a bit tight but sufficient.

 +32 495 36 54 26  +32 54 41 20 03 @ info@bbhakunamatata.com  www.bbhakunamatata.com

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Koppenhollestraat 37 9500 Geraardsbergen (Moerbeke)

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible via an incline. The door is a bit too heavy to open on your own. There is sufficient clearance.

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Cyclists and walkers will find a wide choice of cycle and walking routes in the region. The rooms are stylishly furnished and each has its own bathroom.

From the roof terrace you can look out onto the beautiful garden.

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Borstekouter 49 9630 Zwalm (Roborst)

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 55 49 96 51 +32 474 46 39 58

Living / dining room Narrow clearance behind the door to the breakfast room, but sufficient for practical use. There are high enough tables present.

@ schoon.leven@skynet.be  www.schoonleven.net

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 1) (photo 2). Here and there limited space and clearance, but sufficient for unobstructed use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair (photo 3). There is also a seat, but without safety rails and with limited space. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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GENERAL Together with the other small guests, the children help the farmer care for the cows and calves. In the area surrounding this working farm you can walk to your heart’s content and cycle along the Haspengouw cycle routes. Your stay is in a holiday home on the farm, suitable for a family of 4.

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Access path, entrance and reception A short but steep incline runs up to the door (photo 2).

It’s therefore difficult to reach it on your own. Inside there is sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. Only in the kitchen is the clearance a bit tight, but sufficient for use.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible studio with bathroom (studio 1). The height of the bed is 43 cm. Somewhat tight clearance and space by the bathroom door and in the bathroom, but sufficient for use. There is a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of (111 cm) and diagonally in front of the shower seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ hoevedewaterkant@telenet.be  www.dewaterkant.be

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Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

 +32 13 44 10 51

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Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance. The table suitable for use from a wheelchair has a height of 67 cm.

Vroentestraat 1 3540 herk-de-Stad (donk)

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In some periods, day care is possible. Do not forget to go for a swim in the accessible subtropical swimming pool and to take advantage of the many entertainment facilities that the estate has to offer for children and adults.

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Weldoenerslaan 5 3630 Maasmechelen  +32 89 77 41 50  +32 89 77 41 52

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@ info@mechelsbos.be  www.mechelsbos.be

Access path, entrance and reception The entrances of the reception in the main building (with swimming pool and sports hall) and of the ’t Mechels Bos building are easily accessible. Both of them have sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The accessible rooms are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room You can eat in the dining room of your apartment or in the common dining room in the building. In both of them the tables are suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance. Moreover you also have a living room in your apartment (photo 2) and a common living room, both with sufficient space.

Communal toilet Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. The clearance is a little tighter, but sufficient for practical use.

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Bedroom and bathroom 10 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers M1 to M10). Two accessible high-low beds in each bedroom.

The bathroom has a roll-in shower (photo 3) with shower wheelchair. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance. There is also a common bathroom with high-low bath, a washbasin suitable for wheelchair use and a toilet with sufficient space and safety rails.

Extra In all apartments there are provisions for people with asthma and allergies. The duvets, pillows and mattresses are house dust mite proof. On the estate you can also rent adapted (wheelchair) bicycles and special crosscountry wheelchairs. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL Jean and Hilda will gladly welcome you to the holiday homes of their typical Haspengouw square farm. Three accommodation areas have been created in the former barn and stables, each with 2 bedrooms, a bathroom, sitting room with TV and fully equipped kitchen with dining corner. On the farm you can help with or share in the farm activities. Bicycles and go-carts are available for the children. You are very close to the cycle route network 158.

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Rauwstraat 2 3870 heers (horpmaal)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room There is sufficient clearance in the common dining and living room (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair use (height limited slightly to 68 cm).

 +32 11 48 54 68  +32 11 48 54 68 @ alfonsinehoeve@gmail.com  www.alfonsinehoeve.be

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible apartment with bathroom (number 2). The space at the doors and beside the door latches is limited here and there, but appears sufficient for practical use.

The door to the room is 83 cm wide. Two single beds in the bedroom. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The seat is 58 cm high, which may be a little high for some people. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet Sufficient space next to, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Accessible via the car park and flattened cobblestone and clinker access path, there is sufficient clearance.

Bergstraat 1 3870 heers (Mettekoven)  +32 11 48 62 76 +32 477 50 60 51

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@ info@martenshof.be  www.martenshof.be

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room In the dining area of the accessible guestroom ‘Bakhuisje’ there is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair use present, although the clear height and width of the table are slightly limited (height 69 cm, width 81 cm).

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Bakhuisje’). The clearance next to the bed is 131 x 200 cm. The clearance at the door to the room and beside the door handle is a little tight, but appears sufficient for unobstructed use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has a safety rail and there is space next to (although slightly limited to 81 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance (photo 3).

Extra A few rooms have provisions for people with asthma and allergies. In the mansion, studio 1, apartment 1 and the old house, the duvets and pillows are house dust mite proof.

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GENERAL This authentic farm is located between the grasslands and orchards of Gingelom. You can stay in the spacious holiday home for 4 persons named after the ‘Conference’ pear. This holiday home has a large terrace and is accessible for wheelchair users. Aan Het Tombos have several special offers.

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Access path, entrance and reception Cobbled access path, which have been well laid and as a result fairly good for wheelchair use. Easily accessible, there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Oude Katsei 79 3890 Gingelom

Living / dining room In the dining room there is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

 +32 11 88 59 90 +32 475 47 50 48

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (‘Conference’). The space and clearance in the room is tight (photo 2). Removing one of the beds creates more space. Moreover there is also a sofa bed in the spacious living room that can be made up as a bed by the proprietors on request. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 37 cm) and safety rails (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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@ info@aanhettombos.be  www.aanhettombos.be

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the toilet in the bedroom is always close by.

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Vakantiehoeve Briesland: Vijverzicht *** Alveringem 

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Oude Kapellesteenweg 18 8690 Alveringem  +32 474 94 28 62  +32 58 28 99 30

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@ info@briesland.be  www.briesland.be

Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. Adequately wide hallways: main hall-way is 106 cm wide.

Living / dining room Accessible via a mobile sloping surface. Some help may be required with a manual wheelchair. Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the room with adapted bathroom is at the ground level.

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GENERAL The working farm with cattle and dairy cows is situated in the heart of West-Flanders, more specifically in Hollebeke, a quiet village near Ypres.

At the farm you will find all the wealth of farming and the peace and quiet of nature. It is a perfect place to stay for cyclists, hikers and bon-viveurs.

The holiday centre consists of 4 holiday homes with views of the extensive provincial parks De Palinkbeek (eels brook) and De Vierlingen. Holiday home De Linde is accessible.

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Komenseweg 88 8902 ypres (hollebeke)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Bedroom and bathroom In the bedroom are 3 high-low beds (photo 2). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with sufficient space and a shower wheelchair with folding armrests (photo 3). There is also a shower seat (33 x 30 cm), but without safety rails. There is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 87 cm. The toilet has safety rails. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

@ info@depalingbeekhoeve.be  www.depalingbeekhoeve.be

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 +32 57 20 26 42  +32 57 20 26 42

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You can stay in a holiday home which can accommodate up to 24 persons, with a spacious living area and a fully equipped kitchen. The sun terrace is ideal for holding a barbecue. The terrace also has wonderful panoramas.

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Schomminkelstraat 29 8954 heuvelland (Westouter)  +32 57 44 42 86 +32 477 37 10 33  +32 57 44 86 63

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@ info@vhrodeberg.be  www.vhrodeberg.be

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor.

There are wide corridors.

Living / dining room Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 1).

Communal toilet There is no adapted communal toilet, but the room with adapted bathroom is at the ground level.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (“green room”)with two single beds (photo 3). Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The toilet has a handrail and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Provinciaal Domein De Gavers *** Geraardsbergen 

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You can sail and windsurf on the Gaver lake with its sandy beach and shallow water playground. Your children will have the time of their life in the play village with slides, trampolines, etc. Aqua fun for young and old is guaranteed in the Gavers baths with pools, water slides, whirlpool and sauna.

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Onkerzelestraat 280 9500 Geraardsbergen

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. In the kitchen and between some of the furniture, clearance is minimal, but you can move around and the furniture can also be moved.

Living / dining room Minimal clearance (see above). There is a table with under-table clearance for wheelchair users (photo 2).

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Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

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The home is a base for a beautiful walk or bicycle excursion in the splendid Flemish Ardennes. The proprietors will gladly spoil you with a glass of wine or local beer and in the morning they serve an extensive breakfast.

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Populierstraat 2 9600 Ronse  +32 55 20 94 93 +32 479 75 67 31

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@ info@muzieklo.be  www.muzieklo.be

Passageways and level differences The most important areas of the holiday home are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Living / dining room In the dining area there is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair (photo 2).

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the bathroom is always close by.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (photo 3). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with removable armrests. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair. The toilet has safety rails and there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can easily be reached via the lift.

Langestraat 170 2240 Zandhoven

dining room / multipurpose area Both in the restaurant and the ‘Boskant’ multipurpose room there is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair. In the restaurant the clear width of the table is 77 cm, the clear depth under the tables is 55 cm.

 +32 3 320 28 11  +32 3 320 28 10 @ info@hooidonk.be  www.hooidonk.be

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 44 accessible rooms with bathroom (photo 3) in wing A (a total of 88 accessible beds, room A015 is discussed here). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with removable shower seat (34 x 34 cm) and a safety rail. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat, in front only 68 cm. There is also a shower wheelchair available.

There is sufficient space beside, in front of (109 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. The clear depth under the washbasin in this type of room is 26 cm, the clear height is 60 cm (photo 2). Because of this you may not be able to reach the tap easily. There are also other rooms with washbasins better suited for wheelchair use. A certain type of room is offered according to your needs.

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Kasteelstraat 67 2470 Retie  +32 14 38 99 80  +32 14 39 02 60

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible. The hallways are adequately wide. dining room / multipurpose area The double doors are somewhat difficult to open. The circulation area on the route to and in front of the buffet is somewhat tight, but still adequately accessible.

There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is sufficient free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. The clearance in front is limited to 107 cm. A handrail is available. In front of the door and next to the door handle space is limited, but sufficient for practical use.

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Afterwards you can spend the day exploring nature and culture. ’t Dorpshuys is also the departure and arrival of an accessible walk. You will be given the map in the guesthouse.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. The clearance at the counter is minimal, but certainly usable. The breakfast room also has a counter with wheelchair clearance Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. A few of the narrower passages are discussed below for the areas in questions.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom on the ground floor (photo 2 and 3). The clearance at the door in the bedroom is minimal but sufficient. Turning clearance is the lowest in front of the bathroom door but the sliding door makes riding into the bathroom easier. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 2). There is sufficient space beside, in front of (101 cm) and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space (96 cm in front of the toilet). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users (photo 3).

dorpshuys.opoeteren@gmail.com  www.hetdorpshuys.be

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Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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dining room / multipurpose area Clearance is minimal. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Schoolstraat 13 3680 Maaseik (Opoeteren)

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GENERAL In the beautiful village of Gors-Opleeuw, the former elementary school has been transformed into a friendly place to stay for groups, associations and families. Herberg Het Klokhuis is situated on a junction of the cycle route network and near the Zammelen natural park, making it the ideal starting point for exploring the region.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, sufficient clearance.

Martinusstraat 34 3840 Borgloon (Gors-Opleeuw)  +32 12 74 77 94

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance in the dining room and tables suitable for use from a wheelchair are present (height 67 cm).

Communal toilet The clearance in the toilet is 135 x 145 cm. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 1) on the ground floor. The room contains 6 single beds (photo 2). The space in front of the door to the room and next to the door handle is a little tight, but appears sufficient for unobstructed use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance (photo 3). You use the communal toilet.

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GENERAL As well as being a historic castle with a lake, park and ornamental garden, this is also group accommodation with spacious rooms for training and meditation, music and art experience. There is a range of creative summer courses for adults.

Castle Mariagaarde is situated on the ‘blossom routes’ and the cycle route network.

Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Fairly easily manageable cobblestones for a wheelchair and a threshold of 4 cm on the access path. You enter via an incline. In front of the door the clearance is a bit tight, but certainly manageable. There is another threshold of 3 cm at the door. Inside there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. Here and there the clearance is a little tight along the routes, to the lift and at the doors, but you can move around in the building fairly easily.

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Kasteelstraat 10 3840 Borgloon (hoepertingen)  +32 12 74 11 31  +32 12 74 67 37 @ info@kasteel-mariagaarde.be  www.kasteel-mariagaarde.be

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible bedrooms with single beds and adapted bathroom (numbers 1 and 4). Both have a roll-in shower with shower seat (33 x 26 cm) and safety rails. In room 4 there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. In room 1 you have only 75 cm of space next to the seat, but enough in front of it and diagonally in front (photo 3). Both have an adapted toilet with safety rails. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Communal toilet In the toilet in the communal bathroom there is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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dining room / multipurpose area The clearance and space in front of the doors is a little tight, but sufficient for use. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair in the meeting rooms and the multifunctional ‘Atelier’ area. These can also be placed in the dining room (photo 2).

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GENERAL De Ceder is more than a holiday centre with hotel service in the heart of the Leie region. Besides the 65 rooms located in a park of 4.5 ha, it also has a restaurant, a tavern, an accessible swimming pool and various sports and recreational facilities. The region is known for its wonderful hiking and cycling routes. Care and assistance are available.

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Access path, entrance and reception With a manual wheelchair, help may be needed to use the ramp (9.7% over a length of 15 m). The free space in front of the door at the end of the ramp is 100 x 120 cm. There is adequate circulation space inside.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor.

There are wide corridors. dining room / multipurpose area Access via a double door. Adequate circulation space everywhere. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is an adapted toilet for women and men. The women’s toilet has adequate free space on the side, in front and at an angle to the toilet. The free space next to the men’s toilet is limited to 84 cm. Both are equipped with handrails.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Of the 65 rooms, there are 20 accessible bedrooms and bathrooms of the type discussed here. Roll-in shower with shower chair and a handrail (photo 3).

The rooms have two single beds each. There is little free space in front of and alongside the shower chair.

The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs, albeit not over the entire length.

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GENERAL De Carrousel is a modern youth centre located in the countryside of the Pajottenland region, a stone’s throw from Brussels and in the triangle formed by the towns of Geraardsbergen, Ninove and Halle. Besides the many cycling and walking opportunities, it also has its own recreation grounds and a woodland recreation area within walking distance. The building is ideally suited for countryside classes, woodland classes, holiday camps, retreats, weekends, work placements, training days, daytime meetings with a meal, etc.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Molenstraat 20 1570 Galmaarden (Vollezele)

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There are high enough tables present.

 +32 54 55 87 30  +32 54 55 87 31

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible rooms (photo 2) (each with 2 accessible beds) with bathroom. The narrowest point is in front of and behind the door to the room (97 cm wide) and in front of the bathroom door (105 cm wide), but use with the manual wheelchair seems to be no problem. However the space next to the door handle is tight. Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with folding armrests (photo 3). The shower unit is 6 cm deeper, but slopes.

Some people may need a little assistance here. The toilet has a safety rail and sufficient space. The clearance at the washbasin is just usable with an ordinary wheelchair.

@ carrousel@cjt.be  www.cjthuizen.be/decarrousel

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Communal toilet The space in the toilet is a bit small. Next to the toilet there is only a space of 71 cm, in front of the toilet the washbasin prevents there being enough space. There is a safety rail. The toilet in the bathroom next to the room around the corner is a better alternative.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible and there is sufficient clearance.

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GENERAL You will find this youth centre in Boortmeerbeek, a town in the Mechelen-Brussels-Louvain triangle.

Both the town centre and a recreational woodland area are within walking distance. The centre has its own recreational area, a well equipped kitchen and a few multifunctional rooms that also serve as bedrooms. There are no beds.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception The cross slope makes the path a little difficult for a wheelchair. The space behind the door is tight, but manageable.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible.

 +32 473 24 35 76

dining room / multipurpose area The tables are suitable for use from a wheelchair (height 67 cm) and there is sufficient clearance.

verhuur.lokalen@scoutsboortmeerbeek.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet (photo 3). Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom The multifunctional area on the ground floor also serves as a sleeping area. There are no beds, but there is sufficient clearance. There are no showers, only a washbasin next to the toilet. That is suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 3).

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GENERAL On the Belgian-Dutch border in the North Campine region, you can discover an oasis of natural beauty and quietness. The youth hostel is located in 14 ha of woodland but only 20 minutes from Antwerp.

There is a meadow for tents and a paved play area where you can play football, volleyball and petanque.

Access path, entrance and reception The access path consists of firm soil and sandy ground.

Here and there you may need a push. Assistance is also required for the 10 cm threshold at the entrance to the day building. Inside there is sufficient clearance.

Putsebaan 251 2040 Zandvliet

Passageways and level differences All areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible.

Between the day building and the night building you have to cross a path of grass and firm soil (photo 2).

You may need a little help here.

 +32 495 63 10 74 +32 9 210 57 70 (CJT) @ olgacools@skynet.be

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dining room / multipurpose area Here you also have to traverse the 10 cm threshold.

Double door with door sections each 80 cm wide.

There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom near the rooms.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There are 9 accessible rooms (each with 3 accessible beds, making 27 in total) and a communal bathroom in the corridor (photo 3). Here and there a radiator limits the space next to the door, but you can easily get through the doors. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The tap is a little bit far away from the shower seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

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GENERAL De Brink is a large 16 ha youth accommodation centre with modern facilities and located in the Antwerp Campine region at 3 km (1.5 miles) from the centre of the city of Herentals. The centre is situated in the middle of the Campine woodland area called De Brink and it’s open all year round for a wide variety of group activities such as boot camps, training courses, forest and nature classes, training and reflection days, study days, etc. The buildings Hoofdgebouw (main building) and Zonnedauw are accessible.

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Access path, entrance and reception The bevelled threshold and heavy door in the main building as well as the Zonnedauw building mean that you probably need some assistance. There is sufficient clearance. If you want to go to the reception in the main building, you need to pass through a door opening which is 78 cm wide.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with a platform lift (85 x 110 cm) in the main building. Some assistance to operate the lift may be necessary. Clearance and space on the paths is minimal in some places, but sufficient for practical use. dining room / multipurpose area Clearance in the main building and Zonnedauw building is occasionally minimal but you can use the restaurant and multipurpose space. There are tables with under-table clearance for a wheelchair (height 67 or 68 cm).

Communal toilet Main building: the toilet door is 78 cm wide. Reduced clearance and space behind the room door is manageable. There is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. Free space in front of the toilet is limited to 45 cm by the washbasin. Safety rails are fitted. Zonnedauw: clearance at the door handle is a little tight.

Free space beside the toilet is 83 cm, in front of the toilet 77 cm.

Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Main building: 24 accessible beds in corridors C and D (photo 2).

The doors are at least 80 cm wide. Free space and clearance on paths and in the room and bathroom are occasionally limited but is manageable with assistance. The roll-in shower has a movable shower (wheel)chair with small wheels and detachable armrests (note: 1 shower wheelchair for the main building and Zonnedauw).

There is sufficient clearance. The toilet (height: 44 cm) has safety rails and sufficient space beside it. Free space in front is 52 cm.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users.

Zonnedauw: 11 rooms with a total of 44 accessible beds (height: 56 cm). The roll-in shower (photo 3) has a movable shower chair (wheelchair) with small wheels and detachable armrests. There is sufficient clearance. The toilet was discussed in the Communal toilet category. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL In the heart of the green Kempen the Sporta-Centrum Tongerlo lays out all its trumps. Make acquaintance with the unique mix of extensive accommodation and optimal sport facilities spread over 13 ha. The wide choice of relaxation facilities and activities make the Sporta Centrum a village where sportsmen and women, schools, companies, associations and families feel at home. Sportarena and Sporthotel are the accessible accommodation. The Sport Arena holds an A+ label and has room for 65 persons; the Sport Hotel has 104 beds and an A label.

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ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception At the reception in the main building and in the Sportarena (photo 1) and Sporthotel accommodation centres the entrances are easily accessible and there is sufficient clearance. The doors are perhaps a little heavy, so you may need help opening them.

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dining room / multipurpose area You may need a little help opening the double doors in the Sportarena and the Sporthotel. The slightly limited clearance here and there is no problem for unobstructed use of the refectories in both buildings. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair (height 68 cm).

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom Sportarena: 13 accessible rooms (a total of at least 26 accessible beds) (photo 2) with bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

Sporthotel: 8 accessible rooms (a total of at least 16 accessible beds) with bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair. There is also a seat, but with insufficient space beside the seat (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet In the common adapted toilet in the main building the door is only 76 cm wide and there is insufficient space next to the toilet (65 cm). In front of the toilet there is a space of 95 cm. You will find the same situation in the Sportarena, but there is another toilet in the player’s corridor that does have sufficient space and safety rails. In the Sporthotel there is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the adapted bathrooms is a good alternative.

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Geneinde 2 2260 Westerlo (Tongerlo)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The slightly limited clearance here and there is no problem for unobstructed use of the Sportarena and the Sporthotel.

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GENERAL Berkelhoeve provides accommodation with all amenities on a large private estate with woodlands, playing fields and recreational facilities. This location is also suitable for training events.

Berkelhoeve has many small rooms and the separate wings (East or West) can be booked outside the summer months.

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Access path, entrance and reception The entrance at the back to the West or East wing is recommended. You can enter the reception area via a door which is 77 cm wide. The clearance and space at the door is a little tight, but manageable.

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Berkelheide 9 2290 Vorselaar  +32 14 51 40 27 +32 485 53 67 37 @ berkelhoeve@elegast.be  www.cjt.be

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with a lift (93 x 141 cm). The lift door is 80 cm wide. Free space and clearance on the route to the lift and other routes in the building is sometimes limited. You need to pass through several double doors. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 1: West wing).

There is a table suitable for wheelchair users (height: 67 cm). The kitchen in the East wing is accessible, cooker (photo 2) and sink have wheelchair clearance.

Communal toilet In the public toilet in the East wing, there is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. Free space in front of the toilet is 88 cm. There is a safety rail.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom in the West wing (room 5 with 2 accessible beds). Free space beside the door handle is limited. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (44 cm high) and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat. In front there is only 66 cm. There is sufficient space beside, in front of (115 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet; safety rails are also provided.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL The Bonte Beestenboel is a unique animal farm located in the typical Flemish countryside of the Antwerp Campine region. The old stables, barns and corn lofts have been transformed into an attractive working farm estate with modern facilities.

You can help feed the cows, shear the sheep, mill grain into flour and bake rolls, or collect fresh eggs. You can also relax on the sunny patio or in the large courtyard with playground, or stroll in the countryside and large woods.

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ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception Metal grids have been laid to harden the surface between the door and the gravel path. You may need some help opening the door when you ride in. Free space beside the door handle is limited.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There is a table with clearance for a wheelchair (depth: 45 cm).

 +32 3 309 32 02  +32 3 309 32 03 @ info@debontebeestenboel.be  www.debontebeestenboel.be

Communal toilet There is no public adapted toilet, but you can use the toilet in the adapted bathroom.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible bedroom with bathroom. Free space beside the door handle behind the room door is limited but manageable. There are 3 accessible beds which are 44 cm high but the clearance between 2 of the beds is limited (photo 2). There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (34 x 36 cm) and safety rails. The fixed safety rail is difficult to use because it’s not in the ideal position (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails are fitted. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL These rooms are in a quiet street near the Ravel state-owned forests. You sleep in the rooms or in tents which you can set up in the large garden. This accomodation has a fully equipped kitchen, 9 multipurpose areas and modern sanitary facilities.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet Sufficient clearance. There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet the space is limited to 72 cm by the position of the washbasin (photo 2). Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 3 multi-purpose areas on the ground floor can be used as a dormitory. In the group showers there is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3).

Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance. You use the communal toilet.

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Luwte: (photo 1) Easily accessible. The space behind the entrance door is limited, but allows unobstructed use.

Wijngaardstraat 30 2390 Malle (Westmalle)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

 +32 3 312 05 60  +32 3 311 52 77

dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

@ heibrand@chiro.be  www.heibrand.be

Communal toilet There is ample free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Lagune: Accessible rooms (10 accessible beds on the ground floor) (photo 2) and a spacious bathroom in the hallway. Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with arms. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Ample free space everywhere.

Luwte: 2 accessible bedrooms (number 1 and 5, with 2 accessible beds each) and bathroom in the hallway.

The bed is 67 cm high. Here and there you have limited space and clearance near the doors, but there is sufficient room for practical use. The bathroom door is 80 cm wide. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and a handrail. There is sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat, but there is only 56 cm next to it (photo 3). The presence of a shower wheelchair mitigates this problem. The toilet has safety rails and enough clearance and the washbasin in the bedroom accommodates wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor (ample clearance, photo 2) or are easily accessible with the lift. Some doors are a little difficult to open on your own, but the doors are often open or there is an alternative route available. dining room / multipurpose area In ‘Resto 1’, the ‘Animatiehal’ and the ‘Polyruimte’ there is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair present. You are best advised to enter the ‘Animatiehal’ via the ‘Polyruimte’.

That door is easier to open on your own.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails have been fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 4 accessible double rooms (numbers F47, F13, G46 and G12 all with 2 accessible beds). Rooms F47 and G46 have an adapted toilet (photo 3). The others have an accessible bathroom in the corridor. All bathrooms have a roll-in shower with movable shower (wheel) chair with folding armrests. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair.

The toilet (height: 57 cm) has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

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GENERAL This former military base is now the ideal location for nature trips and adventures. In this unique and purely natural setting, you will find the necessary space for initiative, a friendly atmosphere, involvement and personal service. A variety of pavilions, campsites, sports facilities and meeting rooms have everything you need for groups, including youth groups. The restaurant and café serve delicious meals in cosy surroundings. The buildings Helix and Vossen are accessible.

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Helix: Clearance in front of the entrance is limited but you should be able to enter with a little help. The double doors are each 80 cm wide. There is sufficient clearance indoors.

Vossen: 4 cm step; the double doors are each 84 cm wide. There is sufficient clearance.

 +32 14 55 84 10  +32 14 55 84 39

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

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dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There is a table with undertable clearance for wheelchairs (height 65 or 66 cm depending on the pavilion).

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Helix: On the slope up to the rooms you may need a push. There are 32 accessible beds in 13 rooms (photo 2). The beds are 41 cm high. The two separate, adapted bathrooms 1 and 2 have roll-in showers with a shower seat (27 x 37 cm), sufficient free space and safety rails (photo 3). The toilets in the adapted bathrooms have sufficient free space beside (bathroom 2: 81 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Beverdonk 1 2470 Retie  +32 14 37 34 75 +32 498 86 32 51  +32 14 37 09 50 @ info@domeinbeverdonk.be  www.domeinbeverdonk.be

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, ample circulation space. You may need a push up the slopes to Het Landhuis.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide. dining room / multipurpose area Comfortable amount of circulation space, the narrowest passage is 1 m wide over a distance of 1,5 m. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is ample free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom De Waterval and Het Eilandje: Accessible rooms (photo 2) with adequate circulation space (31 accessible beds).

The beds are 66 cm high. Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair and handrails. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Adequate free space everywhere. Het Landhuis: 2 accessible rooms (4 accessible beds) on the ground floor. The door of room 1 and the adapted bathroom is 78 cm wide; the door of room 2 is 77 cm wide. The clearance at the door handles is limited but manageable. In the adapted bathroom there is a roll-in shower with shower seat (59 cm high) and safety rails. There is sufficient clearance. The toilet also has sufficient free space and safety rails; the toilet is 44 cm high. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users. The first floor has 2 accessible rooms that can be reached with a platform lift. The clearance here is limited and you may need a push up a slope.

Extra A multisensory therapy room is available in De Waterval and Het Eilandje. Hoists and high-low beds are available.

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GENERAL Roosendael is the ruins of a centuries old abbey estate in Sint-Katelijne-Waver. This estate of approximately 17 hectares alongside the Grote Nete river is partly a nature area and nature reserve. There are various accommodation formats for all kinds of groups in various pavilions (country house, coach house, barn and canal house) and there is also a camping site. Guests who stay in the accessible Koetshuis (coach house, 44 beds) full board can use the wireless Internet connection free of charge.

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ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception Cobbled access path. Moreover an easily accessible hard ground path. It is also possible to drive a car up to the entrance. Good clearance in the hall. The reception is on the first floor of the country house and can only be reached via the staircase.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via a 110 x 137 cm lift. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 15 29 41 30  +32 15 29 41 39 @ info@roosendael.be  www.roosendael.be

dining room / multipurpose area Here and there you have limited space and clearance, but there is sufficient room for practical use. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair (photo 2).

Communal toilet Sufficient space. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom Koetshuis: 2 accessible bedrooms and bathrooms for 2 persons on the first floor (a total of 2 accessible beds).

The beds are 30 cm high. The door to the room is 82 cm wide. Roll-in shower with shower seat (37 x 30 cm) and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. There is an adapted toilet with safety rails and a washbasin suitable for use from a wheelchair. The space in front of the toilet and washbasin is 73 cm, everywhere else there is sufficient space.

Camping site: In the sanitary block there is a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests. The space is limited: next to the seat there is 75 cm to the washbasin, in front of the seat there is a space of 88 cm (photo 3).

Diagonally in front of the seat there is sufficient space.

In the toilet there is sufficient space and there are safety rails. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL Het Laathof is centrally located in the Brussels Antwerp - Ghent triangle, enclosed by the dykes of the rivers Scheldt and Rupel, and the Sea Canal.

This unique natural area is a paradise for cyclists and hikers. In addition to the park woods, children can play in the large field to their heart’s content.

Het Laathof has a variety of playing materials available. This establishment is ideally suited for holiday camps, reflection days, weekends, training periods, training days, family outings, meetings, etc.

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ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, good clearance.

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W. d’Urselstraat 7 2880 Bornem (hingene)  +32 3 889 59 66  +32 3 899 04 16 @ laathof@cjt.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with a 108 x 139 cm lift. The route from the entrance to the adapted toilet and lift is 105 cm wide, from the lift to the bedrooms the corridor is 99 cm wide. dining room / multipurpose area Space and clearance behind the door is tight, but sufficient for practical use. For the inclined slope at the door (9.7%) help may be needed. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair present, even if the height is limited to 67 cm.

Communal toilet Narrow clearance in front of the door and in the toilet, but sufficient for practical use. Sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Beside the toilet you have only 60 cm (photo 2). Safety rails are fitted.

The toilet in the accessible bedrooms is a better alternative.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 2 accessible bedrooms with bathroom (numbers 20 and 21, a total of 2 accessible beds). Possible extension to 10 beds in the ordinary rooms, but then you must use the bathrooms in room 20 and 21.

The clearance by the door and in the room (beside the bed 107 cm) is narrow, but sufficient for practical use (photo 3). Roll-in shower with shower seat (32 x 27 cm) and a safety rail. The toilet has a safety rail and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL Bielebale is located in an attractive and quiet park in the town of Brasschaat. You’re within walking distance of the swimming baths, sports centre, kids farm, playgrounds, recreational woodland area, cycle paths and walks, etc. The centre is ideal for groups up to 53 persons. You can choose between self-catering or full board.

1 ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

Most of the passages are sufficiently wide. However, the corridor to the shower and the communal toilet has a door which is 77 cm wide with limited clearance and free space behind the door. You may need a little help.

Elshoutbaan 15 2930 Brasschaat

@ Bielebale@skynet.be  www.bielebale.be

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. Tables with under-table clearance for wheelchairs are available (height: 68 cm).

Communal toilet The door is 81 cm wide. The clearance is limited, but certainly usable (photo 2). There is sufficient space beside, in front of (106 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 2 accessible rooms each with 6 accessible beds. The door to the room is 80 cm wide. The clearance behind this door, between the beds and the sanitary units, and in the bedroom toilet is limited but manageable. The beds are 44 cm high. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space; the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users. A roll-in shower (photo 3) is situated in the corridor with a choice of different shower wheelchairs with large or small rear wheels and collapsible armrests. The shower door is 81 cm wide.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible although the door is quite heavy to open. There is sufficient clearance.

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Trefpunt 4 (Sportlaan 12a) 2990 Wuustwezel

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

 +32 478 58 10 59

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There are tables suitable for wheelchair users (photo 2).

@ verhuur@chirowuustwezel.be  www.chirowuustwezel.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside (83 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 6 accessible rooms without beds. Clearance and free space behind the door is only limited in the orange and yellow room. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). The seat is on the same wall as the tap. Sufficient free space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat but the washbasin next to the seat reduces the transfer space to 71 cm. The toilet was discussed in the Communal Toilet category. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL The Akabe camp house is an ideally situated holiday destination for youth groups and other associations. It’s located in Godsheide, a quiet corner of Hasselt, in an area with many ponds called De Wijers of Middle Limburg. A stone’s throw from the Bokrijk park, the Albert canal and the Flemish Natural Reservation De Maten, the scouts of Akabe Hasselt welcome you.

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Access path, entrance and reception You might need assistance to ride up the slope that runs up to the door. Inside there is sufficient space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

Free space and clearance around the doors is limited but manageable.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom The ground floor has 1 accessible bedroom with 8 accessible beds. The first floor has a dormitory (photo 2) that you can reach with a platform lift which is 80 cm wide and 112 cm long. The dormitory door is 81 cm wide and the space behind the door is limited but manageable. Here you will find 2 accessible beds.

There is a roll-in shower with a mobile shower chair with removable arm-rests (photo 3). There is sufficient space for making a transfer. The toilet was discussed in the Communal Toilet category. You can ride under the washbasin with a wheelchair but the clearance is limited.

@ kamphuisakabe@gmail.com  www.kamphuisakabe.tk

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Communal toilet The clearance is limited but there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet in the hall. Safety rails are fitted.

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dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and a table suitable for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL This former infant school now accommodates the youth centre Het Mezennestje which is located in the heart of the former Limburg mining region.

The large courtyard, field and nearby woods provide ample playing space. There are 4 spacious dormitories adjacent to the refectory.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible; entry via double doors which are each 66 cm wide. There is sufficient clearance.

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Kroonstraat 51 3581 Beringen (Beverlo)  +32 11 34 42 53 +32 474 03 55 53 @ willy.boelanders@telenet.be  www.cjt.be

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Passageways and level differences All rooms are located on the ground floor. You enter the refectory and dormitory via double doors which are each 61 cm and 62 cm wide. The clearance in front of those doors is limited but manageable. dining room / multipurpose area The door to the dining room is 84 cm wide. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users (height 67 cm, width 80 cm).

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. A safety rail is fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 30 accessible beds can be provided in the various dormitories; the beds can be moved (photo 2). The clearance and free space at the doors (including the bathroom door) and in the dormitory is limited but sufficient.

The beds are between 55 and 58 cm high. The roll-in shower has a movable shower (wheel)chair with small wheels and detachable armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space for making a transfer. The toilet was discussed in the Communal Toilet category. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL Youth hostel De Roerdomp is situated in the woods of the Central Limburg Park, a few kilometres from the main entrance of the Provincial Park of Bokrijk.

They have 2 meeting rooms for up to 40 persons, a cosy bar with miniature library, a large grassland, sports fields and a playground. Everybody is welcome: individual travellers, families, groups and schools.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible via a slightly sloping surface, with good circulation space (photo 2).

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide. dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

 +32 89 35 62 20 +32 475 20 02 37  +32 89 30 39 80

Communal toilet Specially adapted toilet in the communal bathroom in the hall-way, with free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There is adequate circulation space in the 5 rooms for 4 to 5 persons. In the 14 rooms for 6 persons the aisle width between the beds is 118 cm. In the 2 bathrooms in the hallway there is a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair (photo 3).

There is adequate circulation space in the bathrooms.

The toilet has rails. There is ample free space and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

 www.jeugdherbergen.be

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GENERAL Princely sojourn at a rural children’s farm? It is possible at Pietersheim at the edge of Hoge Kempen National Park. This vacation home offers lodging for 68 persons and is extremely well suited for groups, associations, schools, families etc... The playground offers fun for more than 300 children, while the nearby sports fields guarantee the active guest a sporting stay.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. Comfortable amount of free space.

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Neerharenweg 12 3620 Lanaken  +32 89 71 21 20  +32 89 73 17 73 @ pietersheim@lanaken.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area Adequate free space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is free space along side and at an angle to the toilet, but the washbasin blocks the front. Handrails are available. Circulation space in the toilet is just adequate, requiring a bit of manoeuvring. There is no free space next to the door handle behind the door.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 3 accessible bedrooms and bathrooms (numbers 1, 7 and 13, together 6 accessible beds) with adequate circulation space. The bathroom is sufficiently large; only the bathroom door is slightly narrower (116 cm) and the free space next to the door handle is somewhat tight.

Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair and plastic chair with arms. The shower unit is 6 cm deeper, but slopes.

The free space next to the plastic chair is somewhat hindered by a wall running at an angle (photo 3). There is no problem dismounting and mounting in front of and at an angle to the chair. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Circulation space at the washbasin is somewhat tight.

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GENERAL Vakantiehuis Fabiola is located on the edge of the Hoge Kempen National Park. It is a good base for the tourist attractions in the area. With its accessible subtropical swimming pool, sports hall, multiple sports fields and games areas, cycle and go-cart park and 10 ha of recreational woodland, it has quite a lot to offer itself. Families can use the bungalows belonging to ’t Mechels Bos (p. 108 in this brochure).

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Access path, entrance and reception The buildings are easy to reach and are accessible. A few bevelled thresholds can be easily crossed with a wheelchair. De Piramide: double door with door sections each 80 cm wide. There is sufficient clearance.

 +32 89 77 41 50  +32 89 77 41 52

dining room / multipurpose area In all buildings there are accessible dining rooms. The doors are at least 80 cm wide. Here and there the space and clearance is limited, but sufficient for practical use.

There are high enough tables present.

@ info@kfh.be  www.kfh.be

Communal toilet In the various buildings there are easily accessible toilets present with sufficient space and 1 or 2 safety rails.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Here and there the space and clearance is limited, but sufficient for practical use. The doors are at least 80 cm wide. The accessible rooms are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The main building has 41 accessible beds, De Piramide has 10 accessible beds and the Efro Center has 38 accessible beds. You have a choice of various bathrooms in the room or in the corridor. In each building at least 1 bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower (wheel)chair, armrests and sufficient space. Each building also has one toilet with sufficient space and 1 or 2 safety rails, and a washbasin suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Extra Available in the centre: shower wheelchairs, hoists, highlow beds and baths, physio tables, adapted (wheelchair) cycles and cross-country wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. Here and there the clearance and space is a bit tight, but you can reach all the areas easily.

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GENERAL The Kalei is a 7 ha domain with forests and playing fields on the edge of the river Maas valley. It’s situated in green settings adjacent to the Hoge Kempen National Park in the province of Limburg, and surrounded by 400 ha of woods. You can choose whether you enjoy full board or whether you would rather cook for yourself. Each group can have access to a varied range of educational material. De Kalei 1 is the accessible building.

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Access path, entrance and reception De Kalei 1 is easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance. In the separate reception there is a small 4 cm threshold.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. Here and there the space is limited by the doors, but sufficient for practical use. dining room / multipurpose area The tables are suitable for use from a wheelchair (height 66 cm) and there is sufficient clearance.

Communal toilet The door to the toilets is 77cm wide. The clearance in the toilet is tight, you can best enter it back-wards.

There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of only 60 cm. The toilet has safety rails (photo 2).

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 +32 89 56 77 61  +32 89 56 85 36

dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space (photo 2). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

@ beachclub@sporta.be  www.sporta.be

Communal toilet Free space next to and at an angle to the toilet is adequate. The location of the washbasin makes mounting and dismounting impossible directly in front of the toilet (photo 3). Handrails are available. Circulation space in the toilet is tight but adequate, requiring a bit of manoeuvring. There is no free space next to the door handle behind the door.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 4 and 11, together 4 accessible beds) with ample circulation space. The free space in front of the bathroom door is somewhat tight (112 cm), but it is still sufficient for practical use. Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair and plastic chair with arms. The free space next to the chair is somewhat hindered by a wall running at an angle. There is no problem dismounting and mounting in front of and at an angle to the seat. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Circulation space at the washbasin is somewhat tight.

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herenlaakweg 68 3680 Maaseik

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. The hallways are adequately wide.

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Access path, entrance and reception The hostel is located on a slope, when hiking you may need someone to push on the street leading up to the entrance. The entrance is reached via a platform lift.

Using an intercom you can call someone who will help with the operation. Inside there is more than sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of (90 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. The toilet has a safety rail.

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The clearance and space in front of the doors and in the bathroom is a little tight, but sufficient for use. The bathrooms have a roll-in shower with shower seat with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space for making a transfer. The toilet has a safety rail and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

 +32 11 64 14 65  +32 11 66 37 28

Communal toilet Most free space is located next to and at an angle to the toilet; space in front appears to be somewhat tight (97 cm). Handrails are available. Circulation space in the toilet is tight, but negotiable with a bit of manoeuvring. There is 19 cm of free space next to the door handle behind the door.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 3 accessible rooms (numbers 1, 7 and 13, together 6 accessible beds) with ample circulation space (photo 1). The narrowest point is located in front of the bathroom door (107 cm wide), but access with a manual wheelchair appears to be no problem. Free space next to the door handles is somewhat tight. Roll-in shower, shower wheelchair and plastic chair with fixed armrests. The shower is recessed 3 cm below the floor, but slopes at an angle. Some may require help here.

The free space next to the seat is somewhat hindered by a wall running at an angle. There is no problem dismounting and mounting in front of and at an angle to the seat. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Circulation space at the washbasin is somewhat tight. (photo 3)

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dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space (photo 2). There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area The tables are suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room (10 accessible beds) (photo 2).

The space between the beds is a bit tight here and there, but getting around is OK. The beds are 37 cm in height. The communal bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. Next to the seat you only have 54 cm. The toilet wall makes a complete sideways transfer difficult, but if you position yourself slightly diagonally it will probably work. You may need a little help here. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. There are a few doors that are 77 cm wide.

 +32 11 54 63 23 +32 484 76 07 32  +32 11 66 35 13

dining room / multipurpose area The tables are suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom The 4 rooms on the ground floor that can be used for sleeping (photo 2) are reached via doors that are 77 cm wide from the dining room. There are no beds. The communal bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 37 cm) and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of (96 cm) and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space; the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. The fixed safety rail on the wall is a bit far from the toilet. The clearance is perhaps a bit tight, but certainly usable.

@ vanhees-vrydag@skynet.be

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Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom.

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In 4 rooms there are beds available during the summer holiday period. You can enjoy yourself on the playing field behind the building, where you can also pitch your tents.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception On the rather steep slope leading to the entrance you may need a bit of a push (photo 1). Otherwise easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Crommertenstraat z/n 3940 hechtel-Eksel (hechtel)

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area In the largest room the tables are suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There are 4 rooms on the ground floor that can be used for sleeping (photo 2). Beds are available in the summer holiday period. The communal bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside (83 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space beside it (82 cm next to the toilet). The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL De Bosuil is situated in scenic and quiet surroundings in a wood in the Limburg Campine.

You can have lots of fun on the sports and playing grounds around the building. The ground floor is accessible and has a fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms and a sitting room.

Access path, entrance and reception You may need some help on the access path (photo 1) with the 4 cm threshold, the side-sloping path and the pieces of grass in the firm soil. The path is 90 cm wide. There is a threshold of 9 cm at the door. There is sufficient clearance.

Lupinestraat 1 3940 hechtel-Eksel (hechtel)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

There is occasionally limited free space and clearance at the doors on the routes, but it is sufficient. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

 +32 11 73 21 06  +32 11 73 21 06 @ jvc@euphonynet.be 

http://home.euphonynet.be/jvc/bosuil.html

Communal toilet Minimal clearance and space in front of and behind the door. There is sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet; you have 83 cm beside the toilet. The toilet is 43 cm high. One safety rail is fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 18 accessible beds in the 3 bedrooms. The beds are 42 cm high (photo 2). There is a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with folding armrests (photo 3).

There is sufficient space for making a transfer. The toilet was discussed in the Communal Toilet category.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, space in front of the washbasin is 101 cm.

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GENERAL This former riding school was converted into an educational and tourist centre with a focus on typical rural life. The various catering facilities provide excellent meals from breakfast to dinner.

Recreational activities such as cycling, walking or horse riding, combined with the untouched rural countryside of Peer guarantee an unforgettable stay.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception There’s a ramp up to the door and you may need some help to open the door. Minimal clearance in the entrance hall but manageable.

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Weyerstraat 1 3990 Peer  +32 11 63 13 31  +32 11 63 52 30 @ info@breugelhoeve.be  www.breugelhoeve.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The routes take you through several doors which are 78 cm wide. Free space and clearance around the doors is limited. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for wheelchair users (height: 68 cm).

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but you can use the toilet in the adapted bathroom.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible bed in room 6 (photo 2) with bathroom.

There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (31 x 28 cm) and a safety rail (photo 3). The seat is 43 cm high.

There is sufficient space beside, in front of (109 cm) and diagonally in front of the seat. There is sufficient free space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The toilet is 44 cm high. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL Domein Hoogveld is a youth accommodation centre near Bruges and the coast, situated in a wonderful park. With its unique castle, the picturesque Farmhouse, the spacious Pavilion and the converted Country house, Hoogveld is the ideal base for a successful group stay. The Pavilion building is accessible. All groups are welcome on this former private estate of Baron van Zuylen.

Access path, entrance and reception The stamped earth access path is fairly easy to use with a wheelchair. There is a 3 cm threshold at the doors of the country house and pavilion. The clearance for the general counter in the country house is a little tight, but nevertheless with enough clearance for turning a wheelchair.

hoogveld 4 8210 Zedelgem (Veldegem)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas in the pavilion are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide, although there is a narrowing that is 99 cm wide on the route to the rooms.

 +32 50 27 97 80  +32 50 27 79 14 @ info@hoogveld.be  www.hoogveld.be

dining room / multipurpose area Sufficient clearance. There are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair (height 67 cm).

Communal toilet There is no common adapted toilet, but the toilet in the accessible bathroom in the corridor can be used.

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Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 2 accessible rooms (a total of 6 accessible beds) (photo 2) and an accessible bathroom in the corridor (photo 3). There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 32 cm) and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use. There is sufficient clearance.

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GENERAL On the 10 ha grounds of Hernieuwenburg, in addition to the Vogelsang youth centre there is also a castle, a farmyard, an outdoor swimming pool and miniature golf. In the area there are various pleasant hiking and cycle paths, including alongside the Leie. Sports and playing fields are close by. You can cook for yourself or make use of the full board formula.

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Rijksweg 316 8710 Wielsbeke  +32 56 67 32 50  +32 56 67 32 59 @ vrijetijd@wielsbeke.be  www.wielsbeke.be

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Access path, entrance and reception Part of the access path is cobbled. It has been laid well so that it can be used easily with a wheelchair. There is also a possibility of driving up to the entrance. Inside there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area Double door with door sections of 82 and 84 cm wide.

There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the bathroom.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room (photo 2) (2 accessible beds) with bathroom (photo 3). Here and there the space and clearance is tight, but sufficient for practical use. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

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GENERAL ‘t Haantje is the beating heart of a small parish in the country. This complex has a large party room with stage, several meeting rooms, a fully equipped kitchen, excellent sanitary facilities and three spacious dormitories. The area is ideal for cycling or mountain bike tours and hiking in the woods or across the rolling fields.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, there is ample circulation space (photo 2).

dining room / multipurpose area Comfortable amount of circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 1).

Brandstraat 105 8755 Ruiselede (doomkerke)  +32 51 68 79 36  +32 51 68 73 94

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

@ info@thaantje.be  www.thaantje.be

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Easily accessible, spacious sleeping quarters and bathroom (45 accessible beds). Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Comfortable amount of circulation space everywhere (photo 3).

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

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GENERAL De Miere is on the edge of the Ter Borcht sports and recreation area and is therefore a good location for youth movements, sports and woods classes and other socio-cultural youth associations.

Bivakhuis De Miere can accommodate groups of up to 60 persons in self-catering. The youth centre is open all year round and is adjacent to a 3000 m² playing field and woodland.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. dining room / multipurpose area The multipurpose room in the main building is the most accessible. There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There are 2 easily accessible toilets with sufficient clearance in the dormitory pavilion and the sanitary block. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 2 accessible dormitories (photo 2) and a bedroom (a total of 28 accessible beds). In the sanitary block there is a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail.

Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance. You use the communal toilet in this block or near the dormitories.

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Aardappelhoekstraat 129 8800 Roeselare

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The narrowest passage is a corridor that is 118 cm wide in De Schuur. On the route from De Ast to De Schuur there is a 7 cm threshold (terrace edge).

@ info@bivakhuis.be  www.bivakhuis.be

dining room / multipurpose area Good clearance (photo 2). There are high enough tables present.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom 2 accessible dormitories in De Schuur (a total of 9 accessible beds). The beds are 42 cm high. There is a roll-in shower in the corridor with a shower seat (surface 30 x 28 cm) and a safety rail (photo 3). Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat, in front only 110 cm. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Communal toilet Adapted toilet near the sanitary facilities and bedrooms in De Schuur. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is only 70 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

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GENERAL This youth accommodation centre is in Lichtervelde, near the motorway but surrounded by rolling meadows and a recreational woodland area within walking distance. The unique structure of the complex with all buildings situated around a central courtyard provides a cosy atmosphere. You can also set up a tent camp on the premises. You can buy fresh milk, cheese and ice cream in the dairy farm nearby.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

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Gentweg 5 8810 Lichtervelde  +32 51 72 54 49  +32 51 72 63 24 @ bart.feryn@skynet.be  www.radar9.be

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Passageways and level differences All rooms are located on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Communal toilet Free space beside the door handle in front of the door to the communal bathroom is limited. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet; safety rails are also provided.

Bedroom and sanitary block /bathroom Dormitory 16 is accessible and has at least 4 accessible beds (depending on the arrangement). To reach the communal adapted bathroom, you need to ride up a short but steep ramp. Free space beside the door handle is limited behind the door on that route and in front of the bathroom door. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail on the open side (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users although it may be too high for some (92 cm).

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GENERAL De Touwladder is in quiet surroundings in the centre of Dadizele. The fully furnished and recently converted centre has four day rooms, a private playground and recreational woods. Ideal for groups that want just that little bit more.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, good clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Ledegemstraat 13b 8890 Moorslede (dadizele)

dining room / multipurpose area Good clearance. There are high enough tables present.

Communal toilet The clearance in the toilet is 130 x 150 cm. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is only 72 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible dormitories (photo 2) (a total of a minimum of 12 accessible beds, possible extension to 21 beds when moving the beds). The beds are 40 cm high. The doors of the dormitories are 82 cm wide, you have, however, little space next to the door handle. In the adapted bathroom in the corridor there is a roll-in shower with shower seat (34 cm deep) and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the seat, in front of it you only have 100 cm. The shower tap is on the same wall as the seat.

The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ cjt@cjt.be  www.cjt.be

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Within walking distance of the Menen Gate, De Iep is a unique base for visiting a variety of historic sites in the Westhoek area of Flanders. This accommodation provides full or half board, a dining room with views of the playing field, a recreational room with bar and multimedia area.

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Access path, entrance and reception People with a manual wheelchair will probably need help negotiating the incline leading to the entrance (10% over 19 m) (photo 2). Adequate circulation space inside.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or easily accessible via a large lift. dining room / multipurpose area Comfortable amount of free space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (height 67cm).

Communal toilet There is ample free space next to and at an angle to the toilet. In front, there is 90 cm free space. Handrails are available.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Various larger bedrooms (a total of 10 accessible beds) with adequate circulation space. The right bathroom in the hallway contains a roll-in shower with a plastic chair with fixed arms and a shower seat with a handrail. There is ample free space next to and at an angle to the shower seat, in front is only 90 cm (photo 3). A plastic shower seat with folding armrests is available. The toilet has a handrail and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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GENERAL This youth centre is situated half way between Ypres and Poperinge on a real hop farm, which is typical in this region. The house offers plenty of space indoors and outdoors and is a stone’s throw from the recreational woodland. In other words, this is a unique camping and weekend location in one of the few places in Flanders where you can enjoy extensive views.

1 ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

 +32 57 33 33 29 +32 496 14 47 23

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The toilet seat is 55 cm high.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Dormitories 1, 2 and 3 have at least a total of 6 accessible beds, depending on the arrangement. The accessible bathroom is in the largest dormitory 1. There is a roll-in shower with movable shower chair with folding armrests (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair. The toilet also has sufficient space and safety rails. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

@ ravenhof412@hotmail.com  www.cjt.be

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Poperingseweg 412 8908 ypres (Vlamertinge)

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GENERAL Munchenhof has its own typical character thanks to three generations who have been committed to hospitality. This accommodation consists of two blocks. The Rose Block is situated above the café, the reception and the restaurant, and it has 2 floors.

The Gould Block is at the back of the Munchenhof.

All rooms have a toilet and shower.

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Markt 43 8920 Langemark-Poelkapelle (Langemark)  +32 57 48 83 13  +32 57 48 99 16 @ info@munchenhof.be  www.munchenhof.be

Access path, entrance and reception There is an alternative entrance without a step via the gate. The gate is not always open so you should send someone to reception to open it. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide. dining room / multipurpose area A short but steep slope runs up to the door and you may need help. Inside there is sufficient clearance.

There is a table suitable for wheelchair users Communal toilet The communal toilet in the café is not adapted sufficiently but you can use the toilet in the accessible bedroom.

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1 accessible room with bathroom (number 14 with 2 accessible beds) (photo 2). There is a roll-in shower with movable shower chair with removable arm-rests.

There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the chair. The toilet also has sufficient space and safety rails (photo 3). The toilet is 57 cm high. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL De Bosgeus is situated in the wonderful rolling landscape of the West-Flanders Heuvelland region near the French border. It has many day rooms with facilities for groups staying here. The domain also has two huts for hikers. Try the house beer in the bar.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible via a slope for which you may need some help. There is sufficient clearance.

dranouterstraat 24 8950 heuvelland (Nieuwkerke)  +32 57 48 68 60 +32 475 59 91 57

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

@ info@bosgeus.com  www.bosgeus.com

Communal toilet The Douvebeek toilet near the reception has sufficient free space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom The Parquet room Wulvergem has 3 accessible beds.

Additional beds can be provided in the Westouter room. This room is next to the Douvebeek sanitary block. The bathroom in the Parquet room Wulvergem has a good roll-in shower with shower seat (39 x 35 cm) and a safety rail (photo 3). Free space beside the seat is 80 cm, and 95 cm in front of the seat. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails are fitted. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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GENERAL De Lork is located in the most southern tip of the West-Flanders Heuvelland region, on the flank of the highest hill, the Kemmelberg. This youth centre is ideal for all kinds of groups and trips.

Various material for lessons, meetings and training seminars is available. For nature school camps, you can use the specially equipped nature workshop called “’t Gapertje”. A large gym is also available. In the area you can walk, cycle, go horse riding, swim, visit museums and much more.

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 +32 57 44 59 70  +32 57 44 68 89

Access path, entrance and reception Because of its location on the Kemmelberg access is via a steep street that leads to the parking area and the entrance. Accessible via 2 sloping surfaces; with a manual wheelchair you will probably need help. The slope to the left of the patio is a bit less steep and long. There is also a rather steep ramp in the entrance area that is negotiable with help. There is a rather steep slope by the entrance hall where help may be needed.

@ lork@cjt.be  www.lork.be

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or easily accessible via a large lift.

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Kattekerkhofstraat 2 8950 heuvelland (Kemmel)

dining room / multipurpose area Comfortable amount of free space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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Communal toilet There is free space next to and at an angle to the toilet in the entrance hall. In front, space is limited (67cm). The toilet is useable, but circulation and free space in the toilet are a bit tight. Handrails are present. The toilet in the accessible bathroom around the corner is a good alternative (photo 2).

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 4 accessible bedrooms and bathrooms (numbers A11, A16, B11 and B16, together 11 accessible beds, depending on requirements 75 accessible beds are possible). All bathrooms include a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. With only 30 cm free space next to the seat, a sideways transfer is impossible. In front of the seat, there is 90 cm of free space. The toilets have handrails and the washbasins accommodate wheelchairs. There is adequate free and circulation space in the hallway bathroom (photo 2 and 3). A bath and hoist are also present.

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Schomminkelstraat 20-22 8954 heuvelland (Westouter )  +32 475 24 29 15  +32 56 40 48 13

dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 2).

@ info@ksahemen.be  www.ksahemen.be

Communal toilet The adapted communal toilet in Monsalvaet is too narrow, but the toilet in the bathroom in the sanitary pavilion is a good alternative.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Lanceloot: Accessible bedroom (‘Ronde Tafel’, 2 accessible beds). Roll-in shower with shower seat and a handrail. Free space in front of the seat is 90 cm. The toilet has handrails. There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. There is limited space next to the door handle and behind the bathroom door (5 cm).

Parsifal: Accessible bedroom (on ground floor, 2 accessible beds) with separate bathroom (photo 3). Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrail. Adequate free space at shower seat and toilet. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

Monsalvaet: 1 accessible bedroom (2 accessible beds) with bathroom in the sanitary pavilion. Roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. There is adequate free space at the shower seat and toilet. The toilet has safety rails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor.

The hallways are adequately wide, but you are required to pass through a number of doors that are 80 cm wide.

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Nieuwkerkestraat 9 BA 8957 Mesen

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

There are wide passages everywhere. dining room / multipurpose area Good clearance. There are high enough tables present.

Communal toilet Sufficient space beside, and diagonally in front of the toilet. It is not possible to position yourself right in front of the toilet because of the location of the washbasin.

Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Easily accessible, spacious bedrooms and bathrooms (8 rooms over 4 pavilions, a total of 16 accessible beds) (photo 2). The door of the bedroom is difficult to open independently because you have little space beside the door handle, you also have to cross a 3 cm threshold. In the bathroom there is a roll-in shower with movable shower seat and safety rails. A small wall however prevents an easy access to the shower seat (photo 3), but there is a shower wheelchair as an alternative. The toilet has safety rails and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL ’t Lotegat is a comfortable bivouac house located on a running farm in wooded and rural surroundings. Ideal for young children on bivouac on the farm!

Access path, entrance and reception The condition of the path to the entrance is not so good and there is a 3-cm threshold at the entrance. For the rest, easily accessible and adequate circulation space.

 +32 57 46 80 03 +32 479 28 74 75  +32 9 210 57 80

dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

@ lotegat@scarlet.be  www.cjt.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available. Free space at the door is limited, but sufficient for practical use.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible bedrooms (10 accessible beds) (photo 1) with bathroom in the hallway. Adequate circulation space. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails.

Free space in front of the shower seat is 90 cm (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Ample circulation space, but the space next to the door handles is somewhat narrow (30 cm).

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Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor. The hallways are adequately wide.

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And yet you will be staying in beautiful countryside.

The grounds have a lighted playing field and adjacent recreational woodland. On the enclosed grounds even the youngest can enjoy themselves in complete safety. A campfire bowl with the necessary wood is present. You can also pitch tents at the edge of the playing field.

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Access path, entrance and reception The access path is laid in solid ground and is fairly easy to use with a wheelchair. The door is 83 cm wide.

There is tight space and clearance at the door, but you can easily enter with your wheelchair.

 +32 485 42 58 73

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. Here and there the space and clearance is tight, but sufficient for practical use.

 www.olmenverhuur.be

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair (photo 2).

Communal toilet The door on the route to the toilet is quite difficult to open on your own. There is sufficient clearance. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Accessible sleeping area without beds on the ground floor. Roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with safety rails and sufficient space for making your transfer.

The shower wheelchair has small wheels so you cannot use it on your own (photo 3). You use the adapted communal toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL These rooms belonging to the Scouts of Sinaai are located in pleasant recreational woodland and are easily reached from the motorway or the nearby station. The rooms are rented all year round. You have 3 rooms, 1 larger room, a sanitation block and an equipped kitchen available.

Access path, entrance and reception The access path is laid in the woods using wood chips.

It is fairly manageable with a wheelchair, but you may perhaps need a push. There is also a possibility of driving up to the entrance. Inside there is sufficient space.

Wijnveld 9112 Sint-Niklaas (Sinaai)

Passageways and level differences All rooms are on the ground floor and can be reached via a stone chipping outside path. Due to a special laying technique, this is easy to use in a wheelchair.

 +32 494 59 35 24 +32 3 772 34 65 (second number only during the summer)

dining room / multipurpose area You are best advised to use a room from building 1 as a dining room. There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair. The dining room in building 2 has a 10 cm threshold and the door is 76 cm wide.

@ verhuur@scoutssinaai.be  www.scoutssinaai.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails have been fitted (photo 2).

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There are 3 accessible rooms without beds that you can use for sleeping. In the sanitation room there is a roll-in shower and shower wheelchair with removable armrests (photo 3) and sufficient space for making the transfer. The shower wheelchair has small wheels so you cannot use it on your own. You use the adapted communal toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

 +32 9 348 24 29

dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

@ info@hooglandlokeren.be  www.hooglandlokeren.be

Communal toilet There is no communal adapted toilet, but you can use the toilet in the adapted bathroom.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible dormitory without beds. The clearance in the bathroom is tight, but manageable. There is a rollin shower with shower seat and safety rails. The seat is 35 cm long. There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the seat, in front of it you only have 95 cm. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails are fitted (photo 3). The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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1 ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception On the inclined slope towards the entrance and for opening the rather heavy door some assistance may be needed. Inside you have plenty of clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 52 46 00 73  +32 52 46 33 65

dining room / multipurpose area Rather heavy door from the courtyard to the dining room, 80 cm wide and with a 6 cm threshold. Good clearance. There are tables suitable for use in a wheelchair (perhaps a little narrow: 77 cm). The multipurpose Zuilenzaal room is comfortably accessible (photo 2).

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 accessible bedrooms (numbers 16 and 17, a total of 10 accessible beds) with sufficient clearance (photo 3). The adapted bathroom is located in sanitary facilities block 2 near the bedrooms. Roll-in shower with plastic chair and a safety rail. The toilet has a safety rail (positioned a long way away, so difficult to reach) and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Safety rails are fitted.

@ heidepark@chiro.be  www.heidepark.be

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Access path, entrance and reception The car park area and part of the access path are gravelled, which is difficult in a wheelchair. There are boards present with which you can make a wheelchair track. It is also possible to drive up to the paved terrace. Inside there is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences All areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible. On the outside path to the various areas you do have to cross a 6 cm threshold. dining room / multipurpose area You enter via a double door with sections of 78 and 82 cm wide. There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom.

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GENERAL Ten Berg is located in a 5 ha castle estate, a stone’s throw from Ghent. De Stobbe is a selfcatering house for large groups with a spacious kitchen, a number of well equipped day rooms and alternating large and small bedrooms. Your hot meal in De Tilk is included. It has a spacious dining and work area, sitting area and kitchenette. About half of the castle park consists of woods. It also has three playing fields where the kids can have fun.

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Access path, entrance and reception The access path is made of cobblestones and stone (photo 1), but during a test with the manual wheelchair appeared to be fairly easy to use with a wheelchair. Moreover is it possible to drive up to the entrance. The entrance is easily accessible, with sufficient clearance. De Tilk has a 5 cm threshold.

Bergstraat 16 9820 Merelbeke

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. Here and there some tight spaces and clearance at the doors, but this proved to be no problem for unobstructed use. dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance and there are tables suitable for use from a wheelchair.

@ tilk@cjt.be  www.cjthuizen.be/detilk

Communal toilet De Stobbe: toilet in the common bathroom in the hallway with sufficient clearance. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. De Tilk: the adapted bathroom attached to the bedrooms is preferable.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom De Stobbe: 6 accessible bedrooms (photo 2: room type 2) and 1 day room / bedroom (a total of 25 accessible beds).

In room 1 the clearance beside the bed is limited, but a bed can be removed to create more space. In the bathroom in the corridor there is a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat (photo 3). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

De Tilk: at least 2 accessible bedrooms (14 accessible beds) with 2 adapted bathrooms. Space at the doors is somewhat tight. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (32 x 27 cm). There is sufficient space beside, and diagonally in front of the seat. You have only 73 cm in front. The toilet has safety rails and enough space. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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heide 39 3294 diest (Molenstede)  +32 13 33 74 71 +32 478 54 33 85  +32 13 33 74 71

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Access path, entrance and reception You may need a push up the short slope to the reception in the cafeteria. The clearance is limited but certainly manageable.

Walkways The paths are hard surfaced dirt paths and hardened gravel that are accessible with a wheelchair. They are sufficiently wide.

Pitches The seasonal pitches are 150 m² and the visitor pitches are 85 m². They are easily accessible via the paths.

You can park on your pitch or book a spacious parking space in advance.

Sanitary block You will probably need help with the 4 cm step on the path and especially with the 9 cm step at the entrance.

The clearance in the toilet is a bit tight, but you can position yourself next to or diagonally in front of the toilet (photo 2) and it has a safety rail. In front of the toilet there is a space of only 80 cm. The washbasin in the toilet is suitable for wheelchair users, even though the height under the washbasin is limited to 26 cm. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (32 x 23 cm) and 2 safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

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On the recreation field you will find a swimming pool and surfing lake with the possibility of water cycles and kayaks. There is also a playground with shallow water paddling pool. Furthermore you will find a go-cart track, mini cars, trampolines and various sports and games facilities. The campsite has an eco label. There are also hikers’ huts.

1 ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception A 3 cm threshold at the door to the reception, but easily accessible with sufficient clearance.

Walkways The main paths are sufficiently wide and paved. The side paths mainly consist of stamped earth which is fairly easy to use with a wheelchair (photo 2). You may need a little help here and there.

Strandweg 6 2275 Lille  +32 14 55 79 01  +32 14 55 44 54

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Sanitary block Block 1: roll-in shower with shower seat (34 x 28 cm) and safety rails. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The tap is perhaps a bit far from the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Block 2: If you get someone to hold the door open to the shower room you have a 79 cm passage width.

There is also a 3 cm threshold. The shower is a roll-in and has a shower seat (30 x 28 cm) and safety rails.

Sufficient space beside (photo 3), in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. In front of the toilet the clearance is limited to 92 x 150 cm. You will therefore have to manoeuvre a bit with the wheelchair. There is space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet, in front only 77 cm. The toilet has been raised and has safety rails.

@ info@lilsebergen.be  www.lilsebergen.be

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Access path, entrance and reception A 3 cm threshold and a difficult to open door at the entrance to the reception, sufficient clearance. There is a part suitable for wheelchair users next to the counter.

Walkways The paths are wide enough and paved (photo 2).

Pitches Standard between 100 and 150 m² and easily reached via asphalt paths. You can park near the pitches.

Sanitary block The most accessible are the identical Centraal and Zuid blocks (photo 2). Both have 2 adapted bathrooms, of which bathroom 1 scores the best. The clearance in front of the bathroom door is 106 x 150 cm, the door is 79 cm wide. The shower is roll-in, there is shower seat with a safety rail. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat. In front of the seat there is a space of 103 cm. There is also space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet, straight in front does not work because of the location of the washbasin (photo 3). Safety rails are fitted. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL Do you dream of a restful holiday with every comfort in woodland surroundings? Then the Floreal Kempen campsite is your ideal destination in the heart of the Campine region. In the barrestaurant you can eat tasty snacks and varied dishes of the day. In the peak season there is daily entertainment for big and small.

1 ACCESSiBiLiTy iNFORMATiON Access path, entrance and reception For opening the double doors to the reception you may need a little assistance. Otherwise easily accessible and sufficient clearance.

herentalsesteenweg 64 2460 Kasterlee (Lichtaart)

Walkways The paths are wide enough and paved.

 +32 14 55 61 20  +32 14 55 10 42

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Sanitary block Sanitary block 1 (photo 2) is accessible via an inclined slope and has a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail (photo 3). There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has a safety rail and there is space beside, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance. Moreover there is also an accessible toilet in the main building, where the reception and the restaurant are located. This toilet has a safety rail and sufficient space beside the toilet. In front, the space is limited to 76 cm. The clearance is also tight.

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You can make use of the swimming pool and enjoy the playgrounds, bike rental, miniature golf, boating lake, the tourist train, etc. Entertainment is provided for the children in July and August. You don’t have to cook because the park has a snack bar, a selfservice restaurant and a restaurant.

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Access path, entrance and reception You may need help for the 10 cm step at the door. The door is 82 cm wide. The arrangement of the chairs at the reception counter reduces the clearance so some manoeuvring is required (photo 2).

Walkways The paths are tarmacked, easily accessible and wide enough Pitches The pitches are easily accessible via the paths. You can park on the pitch (photo 1).

Sanitary block Campsite East has an adapted bathroom with toilet.

The door is heavy to open. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (37 x 45 cm) and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users. The free space in front of the washbasin is 119 cm.

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Walkways The paths are in concrete, easily accessible and wide enough (photo 2). Some of the side paths to the pitches are hard-surfaced dirt paths and gravel.

@ gavers@oost-vlaanderen.be  www.degavers.be

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Sanitary block Sanitary block 5 is adapted. You may need some assistance on the steepish ramps to the toilet and shower. Clearance at the doors is minimal. There is a roll-in shower with seat (38 x 37 cm) and safety rails. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat, in front you have 96 cm. Free space in the toilet is limited but you do have sufficient clearance beside the toilet (photo 3). Free space in front of the toilet is 110 cm. A safety rail is fitted. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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Onkerzelestraat 280 9500 Geraardsbergen

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City Hotels Brussels - Silken Berlaymont Brussels Leuven - Novotel Leuven Centrum Antwerp - All seasons Antwerpen City Center Antwerp - Holiday Inn Express Antwerp City-North Antwerp - Hilton Antwerp Mechelen - Mercure Mechelen Vé Hasselt - De Groene Hendrickx Hasselt - Holiday Inn Express Hasselt Hasselt - Radisson Blu Hotel Hasselt Bruges - Academie Bruges - Boterhuis Bruges - De Medici Bruges - Golden Tree Hotel Bruges - Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges - Lace Hotel Bruges - Martin’s Brugge Bruges - Montanus Bruges - Oud Huis De Peellaert Ghent - Holiday Inn Express Gent Ghent - NH Gent Belfort Ghent - Novotel Gent Centrum

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Not to be missed Frequent guest in a ‘vree wijs’ museum.

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STAM Bijlokesite Godshuizenlaan 2 9000 Ghent

Whoever wants to know about the Ghent of now and of the past can from now on go to the brand new STAM on the fine Bijloke site. A chronological trail brings you from contemporary Ghent in the modern reception building to the early beginnings of the Arteveld city in the former abbey areas.

In these settings you can sometimes really imagine yourself to be in the past. The numerous objects on exhibition and interactive elements turn the city museum into a ‘vree wijze’ (very cool) experience for young and old. A slope next to the cycle racks enables you to reach the entrance easily with a wheelchair. The doors and passageways are wide enough and a spacious lift brings you quickly to all of the halls. The STAMcafé and the toilet are also accessible. For guided tours you can request a sign language interpreter in advance.  +32 9 267 14 00  +32 9 267 14 98 @ stam@gent.be  www.stamgent.be

Pieces of music and muzak In the MIM you will find a world famous collection of musical instruments in a beautiful Art Nouveau building. Discover the sounds of old and modern, Belgian or exotic instruments and continue on your way with a whistle. A wide lift brings you easily to all of the exhibition rooms. There is also an adapted toilet and there are wheelchairs available. The museum organises workshops, guided tours and concerts for people with a learning disability, blind and visually impaired visitors and deaf or hearing impaired persons.

The restaurant, with a beautiful view of Brussels, can be visited without visiting the museum and is also accessible.

Muziekinstrumentenmuseum (MIM) Hofberg 2 1000 Brussels

 + 32 2 545 01 30 and + 32 2 545 01 53 (workshops)

 + 32 2 545 01 77 @ info@mim.be and bespreekbureau@mim.be (workshops)  www.mim.be

Discover Leuven with your eyes closed In Leuven there’s a lot to be seen! But you can also experience the university city with your other senses. This approach is already the winning card of city guide David Mellaerts. During his guided tour you feel the hammer blows of the stone masons and hear in the reverberation of your own footsteps the echoes of centuries past. You don’t need to have a visual disability to enjoy such a visit. You can request a guided tour with David or one of his colleagues at the Leuven guide association.

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Not to be missed Damian The canonization of Father Damian brings a new internationally public to Leuven. Various locations in the city refer to him. A visit to the sepulchre in the Sint-Antoniuskerk, between the city centre and the Grand Beginage, certainly forms a highpoint.

The crypt was made more accessible for people with a physical impairment.

The staircase lift offers a solution for visitors who are less able to walk, but the most recent adaptation is a wheelchair accessible entrance at street level (in de Ramberg) along which you come directly to the sepulchre.

Damian crypt (Sint-Antoniuskerk)

 + 32 16 27 22 76  + 32 16 27 28 38 @ visit@leuven.be

With all of us to Brussels Are your planning a visit to our capital? Then be sure to take a look first at the website www.brusselsforall.be (available in English). This contains information about the accessibility of transport, entertainment, hotels, restaurants, cafés, museums, attractions, etc. In brief, everything that you as a person with a physical, visual or auditive disability need for a successful day out. All information was checked on the spot.

Brussels for all Miguel Gerez A. Renoirstraat 5/4 1140 Evere

 + 32 2 705 03 48 and + 32 477 31 86 07 @ magmaybe@hotmail.com  www.brusselsforall.be

Behaving like an animal in Planckendael In this green oasis close to Mechelen you can get a close look at both large and small animals from every continent. Take a raft from Africa to Oceania, or act like a monkey yourself in the trees 14 metres above the ground. If you visit the zoo by car you will find (paid) reserved parking spaces right next to the entrance. Close to Mechelen station however you can also set course with an accessible boat straight to Planckendael.

You can reserve wheelchairs in advance. The De Ooievaar, De Gazelle and Toepaja restaurants are accessible. In De Gazelle and Toepaja you will also find an accessible toilet. Special themed tours are organised for people with a visual, auditive and cognitive impairment.

Planckendael Leuvensesteenweg 582 2812 Muizen (Mechelen)

 +32 15 41 49 21 and +32 70 23 33 54 (reservatiedienst)  +32 15 42 29 35  www.planckendael.be

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Not to be missed

Rolstoelplan Brussel

Gratis, zo nder

Ge brusse maakt door laars in jonge een ro lsto

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Crazy Brussels The young and adventurous will want to explore the capital. ‘You must be crazy’ is what most of your fellow wheelchair users say because Brussels has a bad reputation when it comes to wheelchairs. To remedy this, the youth travel agency Use-It has designed a free city map of Brussels specifically for young wheelchair users (available in Dutch and French). The map really is tailored to your needs and fits on your lap so you can keep your hands free for operating your wheelchair. This successful service gives you those special insider tips provided by wheelchair users from Brussels who know what you are interested in. One of our golden tips: bring an extra cushion to soften the ride on those typical cobblestones!

Use-It: rolstoelplan Brussel Steenkoolkaai 9B

1000 Brussels

@ info@vfg.be (orders)  www.rolstoelplanbrussel.be

This is not a text about Magritte The Belgian surrealist painter and artist René Magritte – world-famous for his painting ‘Ceci n’est pas une pipe’ – now has his own museum in Brussels. You can see an overview of his impressive oeuvre. You can conclude the visit with films about the life of the painter or films that he and his friends liked to watch or which inspired him.

The museum is fully accessible, with a spacious lift and an adapted toilet.

Wheelchairs are also available. The ‘museum op maat’ (museum made to measure) programme is specifically for people with a disability and other specific target groups (also available at other sites of the Royal Museum for Fine Arts).

Deaf visitors can join a guided tour with a deaf guide once a month. The tour is organised on the second Saturday of each month. If you have a hearing aid then you can also reserve the Guide-U system. This system, with a headphone and microphone, is connected to your hearing aid. Ask about it when you make a reservation. Visitors with a visual impairment should certainly give the monthly Equinox programme a try. With relief drawings, music, poetry, all kinds of objects, 3D productions and audio description you can discover the wonderful world of Magritte. Adapted tours are also organised for visitors with a mental disability. All these tours must be booked in advance using the contact details below.

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maat’) / +32 2 508 33 33 (reservations ‘museum op maat’)  + 32 2 508 32 32 @ info@fine-arts-museum.be / museumopmaat@fine-arts-museum.be  www.musee-magritte-museum.be

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Not to be missed Star treatment Visitors who need accessibility receive star treatment at the Beisbroek Observatory. A platform lift takes you to the planetarium where you can enjoy the magnificent star-spangled sky. You can see how the sun apparently seems to move throughout the year, the ever-changing faces of the moon and the dancing of the planets between the shiny stars that goes on forever. The telescopes in the observatory are not accessible for wheelchairs, however, the images visible through the telescopes can be projected on the planetarium dome so that everybody can enjoy them.

With an ear loop system, people with a hearing impairment can also follow the comments and music of the presentations comfortably. If you have a visual impairment, you can request the services of an employee who will explain everything in detail.

There is also an easily accessible toilet present.

Volkssterrenwacht Beisbroek vzw Zeeweg 96 8200 Bruges

 + 32 50 39 05 66

 + 32 50 39 32 44 @ info@beisbroek.be  www.beisbroek.be

More tips can be found in the brochure ‘Accessible day trips in Flanders and Brussels’ from the Accessible Travel Info Point. This information is always based on objective expert inspection or the experience of people with a disability. You can access the brochure on the website at www.accessinfo.be or request a printed copy.

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Silken Berlaymont Brussels **** Brussels 

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GENERAL This modern, trendy four-star hotel is located at the heart of the European district, next to the Berlaymont building. The rooms and suites are luxuriously furnished and there is 24-hour room service. You can go to the “L’Objectif” restaurant, “The News” bar and the Relax Spa. Marvel too at the extraordinary interior and the large collection of art photographs. Access to the city centre and all major motorways is quick and easy and there is underground parking for 60 cars.

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Access path, entrance and reception The doorstep is laid with flattened cobbles that are easily manageable with a wheelchair. At the side of the revolving door there is an alternative entrance with a 4 cm threshold. There is sufficient clearance (photo 1).

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift (90 x 205 cm). The buttons in the lift are not all as easy to reach. Here and there the clearance is a bit tight, but sufficient for use.

Restaurant / breakfast room The clearance by the door in the restaurant is a bit tight, but more than sufficient for use (photo 3). There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet The door is 82 cm wide. There is tight space by the door handle and tight clearance in front of the door and in the room. However, it is sufficient for use. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. A safety rail is fitted.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 102). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair.

There is a 7 cm threshold to the shower, you may therefore need a little help. The toilet has a safety rail and there is space beside, in front and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space throughout.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor or are easily accessible via the lift. The lift is 93 cm wide, 140 cm long.

Vuurkruisenlaan 4 3000 Leuven

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

 +32 16 21 32 00  +32 16 21 32 01 @ H3153@accor.com

Communal toilet There is free space next to and at angle to the toilet. The space is limited to 90 cm in front of the toilet.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (number 120 and 220) (photo 2).

Behind the bedroom door, circulation space next to the door handle is somewhat narrow, but adequate for practical use. The bed is 56 cm high. Free space in front of the bathroom door is limited, but the sliding door allows unobstructed use. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and folding armrests (can’t be seen on the photo), and sufficient clearance (102 cm in front of the seat) (photo 3). The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space; the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users.

 www.accorhotels.com

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All seasons Antwerpen City Center *** Antwerp 

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The hotel has a modern design and you can enjoy All seasons comfort: fully equipped rooms, a full and healthy breakfast, and unlimited WIFI included.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, ample circulation space (photo 1).

Koningin Astridplein 43 2018 Antwerp  +32 3 609 44 44  +32 3 609 44 99

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas on the ground floor are easily accessible. The rooms, the breakfast area and the toilet on the upper floors are easily accessible via a sufficiently large lift. The hallways are adequately wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space throughout. There is a raised table present. Also the buffet (photo 3) accommodates wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms on the 7th floor (numbers 702 and 703). The aisle width behind the bed, required to access the bathroom, is 85 cm. For the rest, there is adequate circulation space. Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rail. The toilet has a handrail and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Holiday Inn Express Antwerpen City-North *** Antwerp 

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Access path, entrance and reception The automatic door ensures easy access to the entrance via the ramp. Ample circulation space throughout.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor. The narrowest point on the route from the hall to the breakfast area is 115 cm wide.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room on the ground level (number 003) (photo 2). Circulation space is sometimes a bit narrow.

The doors are 80 and 82 cm wide. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails (photo 3). The free space next to the shower seat is only 77 cm, in front is 96 cm. Mounting and dismounting is possible, maybe with some assistance. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

@ info@hiexpress-antwerp.com  www.hiexantwerp.com

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Communal toilet Most of the required free space is located next to and at an angle to the toilet. There is 106 cm in front of the toilet. The doors are at least 81 cm wide.

 +32 3 221 49 49  +32 3 221 49 44

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Restaurant / breakfast room A table that easily accommodates wheelchairs can be supplied if desired (photo 1).

Italiëlei 2a 2000 Antwerp

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Hilton Antwerp **** Antwerp 

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GENERAL Hilton Antwerp is situated in the heart of the historic city. Many museums, restaurants and cafés are within walking distance. The Antwerp Hilton is also the ideal base for shoppers visiting this fashion city. You can use the fitness room and sauna. If you need to organise a meeting or event, you can choose one of the meeting rooms or one of the largest ballrooms in Belgium, the Belle Epoque. You can park your car in the large public car park which has 500 spaces.

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Access path, entrance and reception Entrance via a slope without threshold. As an alternative to the revolving door, you can use the manual door just next to it. The free space and circulation space are a bit tight, but useable.

Passageways and level differences The lift has ample space, the hallways are adequately wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room Ample circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available. The toilet is raised and extended.

Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 307 and 309) (photo 2).

Two single beds per room. Note: there is only a bath with bath seat and bath board present, no shower.

There is adequate free space and circulation space throughout for easy accessibility, perhaps a bit tight at the door to the room. The toilet is raised and extended, and has handrails. The washbasin accommodates wheelchairs, even though its height is only 60 cm (photo 3).

Extra Menus are available in Braille and large print versions.

Special diet meals are available on request. Journey Ambassadors are present to provide help on request.

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Mercure Mechelen Vé **** Mechelen 

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Access path, entrance and reception The entrance door is quite hard to open, but for the rest, accessibility is good and there is adequate circulation space (photo 2).

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are located on the ground floor and are easily accessible.

Vismarkt 14 2800 Mechelen

Restaurant / breakfast room Adequate circulation space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

 +32 15 20 07 55  +32 15 20 07 60

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 19) (photo 1). Behind the bedroom door, circulation space next to the door handle is somewhat narrow, but adequate for practical use. Roll-in shower with seat and handrail. The tap is quite far from the seat. The toilet has a horizontal handrail (photo 3), and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Communal toilet There is free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

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Access path, entrance and reception The somewhat tight space at the inclined slope near the entrance is no problem for riding in easily. There is sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via the lift. Here and there some tight clearance on the walking routes, but movement is fairly easy.

Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance (photo 1). There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet The clearance and space by the door and in the toilet is somewhat more limited, but is sufficient for practical use. There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet, limited in front to 98 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 1) (photo 2) with adapted bathroom. The space and clearance at the doors and beside the bed is a little tighter, but is satisfactory for practical use. There is a roll-in shower with shower chair with removable arm-rests (photo 3). Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails.

The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Access path, entrance and reception The entrance door is difficult to open independently due to the slope and the heavy door, with assistance there is no problem. Indoors, easily accessible with sufficient clearance. There is a counter suitable for wheelchair users (photo 2).

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The passages are wide enough. Only the double door on the way to the bedroom is difficult to open independently.

Restaurant / breakfast room Sufficient clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

thonissenlaan 37 3500 Hasselt  +32 11 37 93 00  +32 11 37 93 01 @ hotel@express-hihasselt.com

 www.hiexpress.com/exhasselt

Extra There is a hearing loop at the counter. In the bathroom you will find an alarm cord and telephone.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (photo 3) (number 3 on the ground floor, connecting room with room 1).

The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails, there is sufficient space beside, in front of (110 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet (photo 3). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet The clearance is limited by the washbasin, but you can get around easily with a wheelchair. Sufficient space beside, in front of (100 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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torenplein 8 3500 Hasselt  +32 11 77 00 00  +32 11 77 00 99 @ info.hasselt@radissonblu.com

 www.radissonblu.com/hotel-hasselt

Access path, entrance and reception Entrance via a revolving door, the space in the revolving door is large enough. Indoors, easily accessible with sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room The space in front of the buffet in the breakfast room and on the main route in the restaurant and the breakfast room is a little tight, but satisfactory for practical use (photo 2). There are high enough tables present.

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 202) with two single beds and bathroom. The clearance and space in front of the door to the room and behind the bathroom door is a little tight, but usable. Small 3 cm threshold at the bathroom door. Roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. You do have to position the wheelchair slightly slanted beside the seat because of one of the walls of the toilet (photo 3). The toilet has sufficient space and has safety rails. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair, there is sufficient clearance (130 x 150 cm).

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1 ACCEssIBILIty INfoRMAtIoN Access path, entrance and reception Easy access via an alternative entrance at the side.

There is sufficient clearance.

Wijngaardstraat 7-9 8000 Bruges

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The buttons in the lift to the breakfast room, the communal toilet and the rooms in Block B are not all as easy to reach. The lift door is 80 cm wide and the space in the lift is 125 x 133 cm; a little manoeuvring can be necessary. The newer lift to the rooms in Block A is easily accessible. The passages are sufficiently wide.

 +32 50 33 22 66  +32 50 33 21 66 @ info@hotelacademie.be  www.hotelacademie.be

Bedroom and bathroom There are 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (number 158 in Block B and number 109 in Block A) (photo 3: Block A). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with movable shower seat with folding armrests. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

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Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails have been fitted (photo 2).

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Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance (photo 1). There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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sint-Jacobsstraat 38 8000 Bruges  +32 50 34 15 11  +32 50 34 70 89 @ boterhuis@pandora.be  www.boterhuis.be

Access path, entrance and reception The main entrance is preferable: the 2 cm threshold at the door presents no problems. There is a 9.5 cm threshold at the side entrance, so someone with a manual wheelchair would require assistance here. Adequate circulation space throughout. Part of the reception desk accommodates wheelchairs.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are located on the ground floor. There is adequate circulation space in the corridors, the narrowest passage is 91 cm wide.

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Bedroom and bathroom 2 accessible rooms (numbers 11 and 16), with 2 single beds available. Roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. In room 11, the free space along side the shower seat is limited to 84 cm (photo 3). In front of the seat is 90 cm. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Circulation space is somewhat narrow at the bedroom door, but it is sufficient for practical use.

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The lounge bar has a splendid view of the sleek Japanese garden. Don’t forget to reserve a table in the Japanese restaurant Koto where the chef prepares your favourite dish at your table. Sauna, Turkish steam bath and jacuzzi are available for an extra 15 euros per day and per room.

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Potterierei 15 8000 Bruges

Passageways and level differences Use lift 2 at the rear, which goes to the accessible rooms. Lift width is 101 cm, depth is 157 cm. Adequate aisle width throughout.

 +32 50 33 98 33  +32 50 33 07 64

Restaurant / breakfast room Ample space throughout. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (photo 1).

@ reservation@hoteldemedici.com  www.hoteldemedici.com

Bedroom and bathroom 3 accessible rooms with specially adapted bathrooms (number 137, discussed here, scored the best). Roll-in shower with seat and handrails. Free space behind the bathroom door is a bit tight. There is adequate circulation space inside, the toilet has handrails (photo 3) and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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All of the rooms have a bathroom with hairdryer, telephone, flat-screen TV and safe. The breakfast buffet is served in a unique 19th century room with exquisite ceiling paintings.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception You can best take the entrance via the veranda at the back. This is easily accessible and there is sufficient clearance.

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Passageways and level differences With the exception of the breakfast room, the most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Restaurant / breakfast room Located on a mezzanine, but as an alternative you can also eat in the veranda (photo 2). There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet The inclined slope on the route to the toilet is difficult to use independently, you may need a strong push. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet, in front you only have 90 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 4) (photo 3) with bathroom in the annex. The clearance at the door to the room is a little tight, but sufficient for practical use. Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails, sufficient space.

The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space.

The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Breathe in the atmosphere of a bygone age and enjoy! The hotel has various meeting rooms, 40 parking spaces and a fantastic wellness centre in the 13th century cellars.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The lift controls are a bit too close to the corner, so they are perhaps more difficult to reach.

Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 11/03). The space next to the door handle in front of the door to the room is tight. The height of the bed is 74 cm. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower wheelchair with folding armrests (not shown in the photo). The glass wall can be folded against the main wall so that it is not in the way when you ride in (photo 3). There is sufficient space in the bathroom to be able to make the transfer to the shower wheelchair. There is also a bath with a bath seat and safety rail. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Rooms 11/07 and 11/22 were also adapted, but have major negative points in the bathroom.

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Lace Hotel *** Bruges 

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GENERAL This hotel is a pleasant place to stay in the centre of Bruges. It is located on the lively ’t Zand square, where you can park in the public underground car park. The spacious rooms have a shower, WC, TV and safe. In the morning you will be spoiled with a tasty breakfast.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. There is sufficient space and part of the reception counter is suitable for a wheelchair.

’t Zand 5 8000 Bruges  +32 50 34 83 34  +32 50 34 87 87

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@ hotel.markies@skynet.be  www.lacehotel.com

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The lift door is 80 cm wide and the space in the lift is 97 x 124 cm. On the routes to the areas discussed here the clearance and space are tight here and there, but sufficient for use. You have to go through a few double doors whose sections are 77 cm and 84 cm wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room The clearance is a little tight on the main route and in front of the buffet, but the space is usable. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet The clearance and space at the door is a little tight, but sufficient for use. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and bathroom There are 2 accessible rooms with bathroom (numbers 2 and 4) (photo 2). On the steepish incline on the way to the rooms you may need a push. There are two single beds in the room. In room 2 the space next to the door handle is a little tight. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat (40 x 35 cm) and folding armrests (photo 3). The tap is a bit far from the seat. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

Martin’s Brugge *** Bruges 

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GENERAL This modern but stylish hotel is known for its trendy interiors and warm atmosphere. The hotel is ideally situated near the Grote Markt square, behind the Belfort tower (belfrey). Martin’s Bruges has modern facilities (flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, etc.) and provides charming settings so you can enjoy a weekend with your partner or friends. In the Martin’s Bar you can enjoy the different regional beers or cocktails in a cosy atmosphere.

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Access path, entrance and reception There is a 6 cm step but otherwise it is easily accessible and has sufficient clearance. You can reach the reception from the car park without steps via a lift which is big enough. The lift door is 78 cm wide.

oude Burg 5 8000 Bruges

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with the lift (communal adapted toilet).

The lift door is 78 cm wide. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance (photo 2) and a table suitable for wheelchair users is provided.

 +32 50 44 51 11  +32 50 44 51 00 @ brugge@martinshotels.com  www.martinshotels.com

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 701). On the slope up to the room you may need a push. Limited clearance in front of the bathroom door. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with movable shower seat and a safety rail. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has sufficient space and a safety rail on the open side (photo 3). The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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Communal toilet In the communal adapted toilet on the basement level, you have sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 80 cm. The toilet seat is 40 cm high. There is a safety rail on the open side.

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Montanus **** Bruges 

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GENERAL Hotel Montanus is situated near the Minnewater and the Beguinage, and within walking distance of the Halletoren and the Grote Markt square in Bruges. It’s a quiet place in the tourist heart of the city. The garden pavilion in cottage style as well as the large town house have romantic hotel rooms.

Enjoy the chic interior of the white 17th century lounge and the cosy bar, or take a stroll in the peaceful courtyard garden.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Accessible via the alternative entrance at the rear. The cobblestones of the path are fairly accessible for a wheelchair. Inside there is sufficient space.

Nieuwe Gentweg 78 8000 Bruges  +32 50 33 11 76  +32 50 34 09 38

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passage to the breakfast room and the toilet is 99 cm wide.

Restaurant / breakfast room Good clearance. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Communal toilet Clearance in front of the door is 230 x 126 cm (turning right round with an ordinary wheelchair therefore impossible), next to the door handle you have 25 cm in front of and 10 cm behind the door. Sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet.

There is a safety rail.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom in the annex (number 7) (photo 2), reachable via a cobbled path that is fairly well usable by wheelchairs. Roll-in shower with shower chair (seat surface area 30 x 30 cm) and a safety rail, sufficient space. The toilet has a safety rail and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 3)

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Oud Huis De Peellaert **** Bruges 

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GENERAL The 19th century aristocrat mansion of Baron de Peellaert now houses this four-star hotel in the centre of Bruges at 150 m from the Grote Markt square. The rooms have stylish interiors and every comfort. Oud Huis de Peellaert has several seminar facilities and a wellness area in the authentic cellars.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, sufficient clearance.

Passageways and level differences The most important rooms are on the ground floor or are accessible via a lift. The lift is 91 cm wide and 139 cm deep. The passages are wide enough.

Hoogstraat 20 8000 Bruges

Restaurant / breakfast room Door 78 cm wide. Good clearance. There are tables suitable for wheel-chair users present (photo 2).

 +32 50 33 78 89  +32 50 33 08 16

Communal toilet There is space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

@ info@depeellaert.be

 www.depeellaert.com

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 108 on the first floor). Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat. In front of the seat the space is limited to 90 cm (photo 3). The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

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Holiday Inn Express Gent *** Ghent 

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GENERAL Holiday Inn Express Gent has spacious rooms with free continental breakfast and free WIFI, and is located near the E17 motorway 5 km (3 miles) from the medieval city centre of Ghent. This ecological hotel is certified with a Green Key label and it’s a sustainable choice if you are looking for a hotel in Ghent.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible via an incline. Part of the reception desk is suitable for a wheelchair and there is sufficient clearance.

Akkerhage 2 9000 Ghent  +32 9 222 58 85  +32 9 220 12 22

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@ hotel@hiexgent.be  www.hiexgent.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. Here and there the space and clearance is tight, but sufficient for practical use.

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance in the breakfast room and restaurant. There are tables suitable for wheelchair use present (depth 47 cm, height in the breakfast room 66 cm).

Communal toilet The width of the corridor in front of the toilet is a bit tight, but you can ride into the toilet with the manual wheelchair. There is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet (photo 2). Positioning right in front of the toilet is not possible due to the position of the washbasin. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 500) (photo 3). The door to the room is 82 cm wide and is difficult to open. The bathroom door is 78 cm wide. The 5 cm threshold is bridged with an incline.

Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rail. There is sufficient space next to, in front of (97 cm) and diagonally in front of the shower seat. The toilet has a safety rail and there is space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. Positioning right in front of the toilet is not possible due to the position of the washbasin. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use and there is sufficient clearance.

Extra There is a hearing loop at the counter. A vibration alarm is also available. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL You stay in the heart of Ghent: at the foot of the Belfort tower (belfrey), in the shadow of the town hall and a stone’s throw from the Sint-Baafs Cathedral. The rooms have every modern comfort.

The hotel also has 10 meeting rooms, a fitness room, sauna and peaceful garden patio. Delicious local dishes are served in the Van Artevelde restaurant and bar.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible by means of an alternative door with bell. An intermediate door is difficult to open, therefore you may need a little help here. There is sufficient clearance.

Hoogpoort 63 9000 Ghent

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. Here and there more limited clearance on the passages, but movement succeeds fairly easily.

Restaurant / breakfast room There is sufficient clearance in the restaurant and breakfast room. There is a table suitable for use from a wheelchair.

 +32 9 233 33 31  +32 9 233 11 02 @ nhgentbelfort@nh-hotels.com  www.nh-hotels.com

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Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (number 230) (photo 2) with adapted bathroom. The space and clearance at the doors is a little tighter, but satisfactory for practical use. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails and sufficient space (in front of the seat 105 cm). At the toilet there is sufficient space and there is a safety rail. The washbasin is suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 3).

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Communal toilet The toilet door is 83 cm wide. The clearance in the toilet proves to be a little tight, but there is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. There is a safety rail.

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GENERAL Novotel Gent Centrum is in the historical centre of Ghent, near the popular tourist attractions and shopping centres. The bar and restaurant offer a wide range of dishes that you can enjoy on the patio or beside the swimming pool if the weather permits. The hotel is perfect for a weekend trip or longer stays and discovering Ghent with your partner or family.

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Goudenleeuwplein 5 9000 Ghent  +32 9 224 22 30  +32 9 224 32 95 @ H0840@accor.com

 www.accorhotels.com

Access path, entrance and reception You may need some assistance for the steepish ramp at the main entrance. The back entrance is via the Hoogpoort with a double door (door sections are 78 cm and 77 cm wide). You need to push the doors hard to open them. There is sufficient clearance. The reception has a section which is adapted for wheelchair users.

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The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift (108 x 139 cm). The lift door is 80 cm wide. The passages are sufficiently wide.

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A wall in front to the buffet reduces the clearance to 99 cm. The clearance is limited but manageable.

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Communal toilet In the communal adapted toilet at the entrance, you have sufficient space beside, in front of (116 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom There is 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 312) (photo 2). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat.

The tap is perhaps a bit far from the seat (photo 3).

The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space.

The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

Extra Room 312 has an alarm system. A wake-up and notification system, and a listening aid system are available for the deaf and hearing impaired. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL Your host Sofia welcomes you to a former masonry that was converted into an exquisite B&B which is in a quiet location and within walking distance of the centre of Bruges. The white suite rooms have trendy interiors in a minimalist style with fashionable accessories. Every suite has a sitting corner and a terrace which overlooks the stepless garden and swimming pool.

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Access path, entrance and reception Slightly inclined slope leading up to the door, but this presents few problems for practical use. Easily accessible, narrowing of 112 cm on the route but there is sufficient clearance before and after the narrowing.

Blekerijstraat 28-30 8310 Bruges (Assebroek)

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via a platform lift. The passages are wide enough.

 +32 50 33 23 37 +32 474 87 05 91  +32 50 33 38 77

Living / dining room Sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for use by a wheelchair user.

@ info@maisonbousson.be  www.maisonbousson.be

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

Bedroom and bathroom 1 accessible room (Junior Suite on the ground floor) (photo 3) with a double bed and a single bed. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat, safety rail and a folding armrest. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat, in front 90 cm of space.

The toilet has safety rails and there is space beside, in front of (90 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

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Extra There is an alarm system present in the communal toilet and the bathroom on the ground floor. All rooms are suitable for people with asthma and allergies, the fabric upholstery is house dust mite proof.

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GENERAL Youth hostel De Blauwput is situated near the station of Leuven and a stone’s throw from the city centre. The accommodation is in a modern and pleasant building with an attractive interior and beautiful courtyard garden. De Blauwput has rooms with their own sanitary facilities. You can spend your evening in the cosy bar or lounge.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. You may need a push up the ramp in front of the youth hostel. There is sufficient clearance.

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Martelarenlaan 11a 3010 Leuven (Kessel-Lo)  +32 16 63 90 62  +32 16 63 90 64 @ leuven@vjh.be

 www.leuven-hostel.com

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached with a lift (100 x 133 cm). The free space and clearance at the door to the bedrooms on the ground floor is limited but manageable.

Dining room / multipurpose area Generally there is sufficient clearance, except at the buffet where you can’t turn your wheelchair completely (110 cm wide). There are tables with under-table clearance for a wheelchair (height is limited, 69 cm).

Communal toilet Free space beside the handle behind the toilet door is limited. There is sufficient space beside, in front of (115 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted. The toilet seat is 44 cm high.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There are 6 accessible bedrooms with bathroom (at least 1 accessible bed in each room) (photo 2). The clearance and space at the door is limited but manageable. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 38 cm), but without safety rails. There is sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat; you have 77 cm at the side.

The toilet has sufficient space (85 cm beside the toilet) and safety rails are fitted. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

There is also a communal bathroom in the corridor (photo 3). The space in front of the door is limited but manageable. There is a roll-in shower with seat (38 x 38 cm), a safety rail on the open side and sufficient free space (111 cm in front of the seat). The toilet has sufficient free space and safety rails; the toilet is 42 cm high. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL Welcome to Louvain. Leuven City Hostel is an independent hostel for backpackers in the centre of Louvain. It offers both private and larger, shared rooms in a completely renovated house dating from 1845. There is a kitchen where you can prepare your own meals, breakfast is included in the price.

Free Internet via WiFi or the computer at the reception and free coffee and tea throughout the day.

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor and easily accessible.

Ravenstraat 37 3000 Leuven

Dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There are tables suitable for wheelchair users present (photo 2). The kitchen is also accessible.

 +32 16 84 30 33 @ info@leuvencityhostel.com  www.leuvencityhostel.com

Communal toilet There is no separate communal toilet, but you can use the toilet in the communal bathroom.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There are 2 accessible rooms (numbers 1 and 2, totalling 2 accessible beds). Slightly tight clearance at the doors to the rooms, especially room 2, but sufficient for use.

The beds are 61 cm high, there are alternatives if you should need a lower bed. In the bathroom in the corridor there is a roll-in shower with shower seat (depth 33 cm) and safety rails. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has sufficient space and safety rails (photo 3). The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible. Wheelchair users receive a remote control for easier entry. There is sufficient space at the reception desk.

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GENERAL The new youth hostel Pulcinella in the centre of Antwerp is the ideal base for visiting the historic city centre with its beautiful buildings and exploring the many cosy cafés. The youth hostel has rooms for 2, 4 or 6 persons and all rooms have sanitary facilities in the room. Reception is open until 11pm and guests who have checked in are free to come and go. Groups can book meals.

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ACCEssIBILIty INfoRMAtIoN Access path, entrance and reception The square in front of the entrance is still under construction so this may hamper your movements. Otherwise, easily accessible although the door is quite heavy to open. There is sufficient clearance.

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Bogaardeplein 1 2000 Antwerp  +32 3 234 03 14 +32 3 234 10 67 @ antwerpen@vjh.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor or can be reached via the lift. The controls outside are difficult to reach because they are around the corner. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance (photo 2). There is a table suitable for wheelchair users.

Communal toilet There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of ladies’ and men’s toilet. 2 safety rails are provided in the men’s room; 1 safety rail in the ladies’ room.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Rooms 01.16 and 02.16 (6 persons, photo 1): 4 accessible single beds in each room. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space.

The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users but the top is quite high (92 cm).

Rooms 01.06 and 02.06 (2 persons): 2 accessible single beds in each room. Free space and clearance in front of the bathroom door is limited but manageable. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the seat.

Free space in front of the seat is 101 cm. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space (115 cm in front of the toilet). The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, space in front of the washbasin is 115 cm.

Communal bathroom: the 2 floors each have a communal adapted bathroom in the corridor (photo 3). The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. There is sufficient space beside, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users. toerisme vlaanderen • 2012 • accessible travel info point

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GENERAL The domain Aan de Plas offers a holiday opportunity in a green and peaceful location, yet still close to the centre of Bruges. Ideal for families, friends, associations and companies to relax together, tackle sporting challenges, take part in cultural exploration in the historic art city of Bruges and so much more … There is free parking and you can catch public transport just 50 metres away.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible with sufficient clearance. The counter is suitable for a wheelchair.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are sufficiently wide.

Blankenbergsedijk 73-75 8000 Bruges

Dining room / multipurpose area There is sufficient clearance. There are tables suitable for wheelchair users present (photo 2).

@ info@aandeplas.be  www.aandeplas.be

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom There is 1 accessible room (number 1 with 3 accessible beds) with bathroom (photo 3). Roll-in shower with shower seat, sufficient space and safety rails. Sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 95 cm. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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 +32 493 51 30 92

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 106 cm.

There is a safety rail.

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GENERAL Hostel Bauhaus lies in the historic heart of Bruges.

Enjoy your stay in this authentic, typical Bruges building that was recently converted into a lively, comfortable and budget-friendly youth hostel. You can rent bicycles in the hostel or go on discovery by foot via marked routes that you can get details of from reception. In the evenings, exchange travel experiences in the Sacré Coeur bar and restaurant.

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Langestraat 133-137 8000 Bruges  +32 50 34 10 93  +32 50 33 41 80 @ info@bauhaus.be  www.bauhaus.be

Access path, entrance and reception Accessible via a short but rather steep incline. You may need a little help. There is tight clearance behind the door, but sufficient for use. There is a low reception counter.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor.

Double doors here and there with door sections at least 81 cm wide and tight space and clearance. You can however still get around the building easily.

Dining room / multipurpose area Reachable via an incline. There is sufficient clearance despite a few tight places. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (depth: 40 cm).

Communal toilet There is sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the toilet. In front of the toilet there is a space of 90 cm. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 1 accessible room (number 11 with 4 accessible beds) (photo 2). Room 10 is identical but the door here is only 76 cm wide. In the bathroom in the corridor there is a roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails (photo 3). There is sufficient space next to, in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL Situated in a 2.5 ha park and within an hour’s walking distance of the centre of Bruges, opposite the Provincial Park of Tillegembos, De Karmel has everything you need for group stays. The wonderful Kasteel, the cosy Pand and the rustic Koetshuis are available all year round for seminars, outdoor classes, introduction and retreat days, group holidays, family weekends, etc. Kasteel and Koetshuis are accessible.

torhoutse steenweg 406 8200 Bruges (sint-Andries)

Access path, entrance and reception The castle is easily accessible via a sloping surface at the rear of the castle, adequate circulation space. The coach house has an easily accessible level entrance.

 +32 50 38 04 84

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The castle has several double doors that are usually open, and sloping surfaces that are easily negotiated. The hallways are wide enough in both buildings.

@ dekarmel@chiro.be  www.dekarmel.be

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Dining room / multipurpose area Ample circulation room. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs (height 65 cm in the castle) (photo 2).

Communal toilet Castle: free space next to, in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

Coach house: limited space, but satisfactory for practical use. There is 80 cm free space next to the toilet, and 82 cm in front of the toilet. Safety rails are fitted.

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Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom Castle: easily accessible rooms (numbers 0/12 and 0/14, up to 10 accessible beds) and separate bathroom with adequate circulation space (photo 3). Roll-in shower, plastic chair with fixed armrests. The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs. Ample space throughout.

Coach house: 1 accessible bedroom (number 0/04) with 7 accessible beds and a separate roll-in shower with a plastic chair with fixed armrests. Good clearance.

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GENERAL Europa is within 15 minutes walking distance of the station and the historic city centre. This youth hostel was given the cosmopolitan name ‘Europa’ because visitors come from all around the world. There’s a large refectory, a hall with seating areas and a TV room. You can have a drink in the cosy bar where board games are also available. The youth hostel also has 4 meeting rooms.

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ACCEssIBILIty INfoRMAtIoN Access path, entrance and reception Accessibly by means of a long inclined slope (photo 1), good clearance.

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Baron Ruzettelaan 143 8000 Bruges  +32 50 35 26 79  +32 50 35 37 32 @ brugge@vjh.be  www.vjh.be

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Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. The passages are wide enough.

Dining room / multipurpose area Good clearance. There is a table suitable for use by a wheelchair user (photo 2).

Communal toilet There is no separate adapted communal toilet present, but the toilet in the bathroom in the corridor is a good alternative.

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom No specifically adapted rooms, but 36 accessible beds in ordinary bedrooms. The door is 78 cm wide, between the beds you have 113 cm available. There is an adapted bathroom in the corridor. The door of this is 80 cm wide. Roll-in shower with shower chair with removable armrests (photo 3). Space next to the shower seat is 80 cm, in front only 50 cm because of the washbasin.

Diagonal positioning in front is perfectly possible. The toilet has safety rails and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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GENERAL This youth hostel is situated among the polders along the Baudouin canal, 6 km (4 miles) from the North Sea beach and the city of Bruges. It has 20 rooms with shower, toilet and fridge. It also has a bar, a meeting room, fitness area and spacious patio that looks out onto the canal. The youth hostel is the ideal base for aquatic sports enthusiasts, hikers and cyclists.

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Access path, entrance and reception Easily accessible, adequate circulation space.

Passageways and level differences The most important areas are on the ground floor. Adequate aisle width throughout.

Communal toilet There is an adapted toilet with free space next to (86 cm), in front of and at an angle to the toilet. Handrails are available.

 +32 50 59 93 21  +32 50 59 93 21 @ brugge.dudzele@vjh.be  www.jeugdherbergbrugge.com

Bedroom and sanitary block / bathroom 2 spacious, accessible rooms (number 9 and 20, with 8 accessible beds) with adequate circulation space (photo 2). Roll-in shower with shower seat and safety rails. Space in front of the seat is 90 cm, 80 cm beside (photo 3). The toilet has handrails and the washbasin accommodates wheelchairs.

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Extra An emergency telephone is available on request.

Among other things, the tap on the washbasin in the communal toilet and the roll-down shutters are easy to use for all thanks to well thought-out positioning.

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Lodewijk Coiseaukaai 46 8380 Bruges (Dudzele)

Dining room / multipurpose area Adequate circulation space. There are tables present to accommodate wheelchairs.

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GENERAL Camping Blaarmeersen is situated in a 100 ha park with swimming pond, squash, tennis, miniature golf, beach volley, multipurpose playing field, skate ramp, roller-skating rink, athletics course, etc. The Bourgoyen nature park is also nearby. The area is ideal for cycling tours, including a trip round the centre of Ghent (5 km). The bus stop is nearby.

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Accessibility informAtion Access path, entrance and reception You’ll probably need assistance for the 10 cm step to the reception. The door is hard to open on your own.

The clearance is limited but manageable.

Zuiderlaan 12 9000 Ghent  +32 9 266 81 60  +32 9 266 81 66

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@ camping.blaarmeersen@gent.be  www.blaarmeersen.be

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Walkways The paths are hard-surfaced and wide enough. They are sufficiently wide. You’ll encounter a few sloping curbs which are slightly steeper.

Pitches The pitches are on average 100m². They are easily accessible via the paths. You can park on the pitch. sanitary block Sanitary block 2 is the most accessible (photo 2). You’ll encounter a 5 cm step on the path. The ladies’ and men’s room have a roll-in shower with seat (34 x 26 cm) (photo 3) with sufficient free space and an adapted toilet with safety rails. The clearance in front of the shower door is limited but manageable. Free space in front of the toilet is 102 cm in the ladies’ room and 117 cm in the men’s. Both have sufficient free space beside the toilet although it’s only 85 cm in the men’s.

The washbasin is suitable for a wheelchair user, the depth has been limited to 33 cm.

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The accommodations on the next pages have not (yet) obtained an A or A+ label. This is because they have not yet gone through the complete procedure or because a specific bottleneck stood in the way of receiving an A label.

Nevertheless, these accommodations have something to offer in the area of accessibility.

We were able to determine this ourselves on site, or learned it via an objective study by “Accessible Flanders”. We want to provide you with these addresses and a short description.

It is up to you to assess whether these accommodations meet your personal requirements.

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Holiday centres Ravelingen Ostend

Zeedijk 290 8400 Oostende  +32 59 55 27 55  +32 59 55 27 59 @ info@ravelingen.be  www.ravelingen.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Vacation centre with 8 specially adapted flats (number 332 discussed here). The common rooms are fairly well accessible, the largest bottleneck is in the bathrooms. The shower surface area is narrow with only 60 cm between the seat and the wall in front of it, and 30 cm alongside the seat to the glass door. If this is open, a transfer can be performed with help. There are also no handrails on the seat.

Vakantiehuis Euphorbia Koksijde

Koninklijke Baan 250 8670 Koksijde  +32 58 52 08 35 and +32 16 81 98 31  +32 16 81 70 71 @ brigitte.casterman@stichtingdelacroix.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Entrance via double doors 72 and 74 cm wide. 6 accessible rooms on the ground floor. The communal bathroom along the corridor has a roll-in shower with sufficient space, but without a shower seat and safety rails. There is a shower table present and also an electrically adjustable bath. The communal toilet has safety rails and sufficient space beside, in front of (100 cm) and diagonally in front of the toilet.

Camping areas Bonanza 1 *** Blankenberge

Zeebruggelaan 137 8370 Blankenberge  +32 50 41 66 58  +32 50 42 73 49 @ info@bonanza1.be  www.bonanza1.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: You enter the reception via a 5 cm threshold and a door 83 cm wide. There are adapted sanitary facilities in sanitary block 2. The shower is roll-in and has a shower seat, but no safety rails. There is, however, sufficient space. Positioning next to the toilet is difficult because of the position of the washbasin, in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet there is sufficient space. The toilet has a safety rail. Positioning in front of the washbasin is also a little more difficult.

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Green Kompas Nieuwpoort **** Nieuwpoort

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Brugsesteenweg 49 8620 Nieuwpoort (Sint-Joris)  +32 58 23 60 37  +32 58 23 26 82 @ nieuwpoort@kompascamping.be  www.kompascamping.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Reception area and cafeteria easily accessible without thresholds. The red sanitary block and block 6 have specially adapted sanitary facilities. Both blocks contain a roll-in shower with shower chair or shower seat, but dismounting on the side of the shower seat is not possible due to the position of the washbasin. Dismounting and mounting in the front is not a problem. The toilets are specially adapted and have handrails.

Hotels Campanile Vilvoorde ** Vilvoorde

Luchthavenlaan 2 1800 Vilvoorde  +32 2 253 97 67  +32 2 253 97 69 @ vilvoorde@campanile.com  www.campanile.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible room (number 002) with adapted bathroom. In the communal toilet the space for the toilet is limited due to the position of the washbasin. However, there is sufficient space beside and diagonally in front of the toilet. In the bathroom there is no shower, but a bath with a seat and a safety rail. In the toilet in the bathroom there is sufficient space and there is a safety rail fitted.

The height under the tables in the breakfast room is limited to 63 cm.

Roosendaelhof *** Geel

Stationsstraat 50 2440 Geel  +32 14 56 50 50  +32 14 56 50 51 @ info@roosendaelhof.be  www.roosendaelhof.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: You can enter with the wheelchair via an alternative entrance. 1 accessible room with adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with seat and sufficient space, but without safety rails. In the toilet too there is sufficient space, but no safety rails.

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Green Belfleur *** Houthalen-Helchteren

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Stationsstraat 137 3530 Houthalen-Helchteren (Houthalen)  +32 11 79 06 70  +32 11 79 06 79 @ info@hotelbelfleur.be  www.hotelbelfleur.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible bedroom with adapted bathroom (number 7). Roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair. The tables in the breakfast area and the brasserie are not suitable for wheelchair users.

De Maretak ** Dilsen-Stokkem

Watermolenstraat 20 3560 Dilsen-Stokkem  +32 89 75 78 38  +32 89 75 20 20 @ klerckxmareels@scarlet.be  www.hoteldemaretak.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 specially adapted room on the ground floor. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. The reception counter is lowered and the garden with swimming pool is accessible with help (threshold). The table in the breakfast room is only 64 cm high.

De Pastorie * Borgloon

Martinusstraat 34 3840 Borgloon (Gors-Opleeuw)  +32 12 74 77 94  +32 477 51 77 64 @ info@depastorie.be  www.depastorie.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: In the farmhouse, there is 1 accessible bedroom with adapted bathroom with roll-in shower, shower seat and handrails. The castle itself is not accessible to wheelchair users. The access path is partly in gravel. No breakfast facility in the farmhouse.

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Green Kennedy Hotel *** Kortrijk

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President Kennedypark 1 8500 Kortrijk  +32 56 20 06 87  +32 56 22 12 73 @ info@hotelkennedy.be  www.hotelkennedy.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible bedroom with adapted bathroom (number 115). Clearance behind the door to the room is 100 x 300 cm and beside the bed 90 x 200 cm. There is only a bath with a bath seat, no shower! The common adapted toilet is too narrow for easy use, but there is an adapted toilet in the bathroom. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Manoir Ogygia *** Poperinge

Veurnestraat 108 8970 Poperinge  +32 57 33 88 38  +32 57 33 88 77 @ info@ogygia.be  www.ogygia.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible bedroom (Eos) with adapted bathroom with roll-in shower and shower chair. There is adequate space next to the shower chair, but not in front of it. The washbasin does not accommodate wheelchairs. Eos uses anti-allergenic materials.

Serwir **** Sint-Niklaas

Koningin Astridlaan 57 9100 Sint-Niklaas  +32 3 778 05 11  +32 3 778 13 73 @ info@serwir.be  www.serwir.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 2 accessible rooms with specially adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat and handrails. Space in the lift, however, is tight (doorwidth 74 cm, surface 103 x 106 cm). The service lift is 107 x 117 cm.

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Green Ibis Aalst Centrum ** Aalst

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Villalaan 20 9320 Aalst (Erembodegem)  +32 53 71 18 19  +32 53 71 07 11 @ info@ibisaalst.be  www.ibishotel.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: You may need some assistance for the somewhat steeper slope at the entrance. 1 accessible room (number 101) with adapted bathroom. In the common adapted men’s toilet there is sufficient space, but the safety rails are lacking. In the ladies’ toilet there is insufficient space beside the toilet. In the bathroom there is a roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail. Sufficient space next to and diagonally in front of the seat, limited in front to 86 cm. In the toilet in the bathroom there is sufficient space and there is a safety rail fitted.

Guest rooms Wees Gegroet Gingelom

Hoogstraat 32 3890 Gingelom (Vorsen)  +32 477 52 93 98 @ info@weesgegroet.com  www.weesgegroet.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: The gravel on the car park and access path is difficult with a wheelchair. The gravel from the the car park up to the rear entrance is laid in honeycombs and is easier for a wheelchair. There is 1 accessible bedroom (‘Aroma’) with adapted bathroom. Somewhat tight clearance in the communal adapted toilet, but there are safety rails and there is sufficient space. The bathroom has a roll-in shower with shower chair with folding armrests and sufficient space. The toilet also has safety rails and sufficient space, while the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

De Tuin van Maurice**** Oostkamp

Wilgenbroekstraat 64 8020 Oostkamp  +32 50 38 11 18  +32 50 38 11 19 @ info@detuinvanmaurice.be  www.detuinvanmaurice.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible bedroom (number 1) with specially adapted bathroom on ground floor. There is a roll-in shower with seat with supports, but the space in the bathroom is tight, and the free space in front of and next to the seat is limited. Many will need help here. The toilet has handrails; some manoeuvring may be required.

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Green B&B Euverbraeke*** Beveren-Waas

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Brielstraat 83 9120 Beveren-Waas (Melsele)  +32 3 755 72 59 / +32 472 44 58 11  +32 3 755 72 59 @ angeliquemaarten@euverbraeke.be  www.euverbraeke.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Sloping 5 cm threshold at the entrance door. 1 accessible bedroom with adapted bathroom.

Clearance in front of the door to the room is 104 x 600 cm. There is a roll-in shower with safety rails and a plastic chair with fixed armrests. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Holiday houses De Morgenstond Baarle-Hertog

Hoogbraak 10 2387 Baarle-Hertog  +32 14 69 93 53 / +32 475 51 90 30 @ hilde.dries@scarlet.be

 www.demorgenstond.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Accessible holiday home with adapted bathroom. Clearance in front of the door to the room is 128 x 161 cm. There is a roll-in shower with safety rails, but without a shower seat. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Youth holiday centres Vormingscentrum Destelheide Beersel

Destelheidestraat 66 1653 Beersel (Dworp)  +32 2 380 39 15  +32 2 380 52 51 @ dh@destelheide.be  www.destelheide.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: The slopes at various doors are difficult to cross on your own. 2 accessible communal toilets (1 door: 78 cm wide) with enough space and safety rails. There is an accessible restaurant with tables suitable for wheelchair use. Accessible bedroom and adapted bathroom in Block A, but you have to go through doors 75 and 77 cm wide. Roll-in shower with shower seat and a safety rail and adapted toilet with safety rails. Sufficient space next to the shower seat and the toilet, in front 81 and 85 cm. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

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Green Jeugdheem Sint-Benedictus Affligem

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Abdijstraat 6 1790 Affligem  +32 53 66 70 25 and +32 477 78 89 80  +32 53 68 11 90 @ jeugdheem@abdijaffligem.be  www.abdijaffligem.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: You may need help on the rough cobbles of the access path. Tight space and clearance at various places. Accessible bedroom and adapted bathroom. The beds are only 34 cm high but a high-low bed with overhead grab handle is also available. There is a roll-in shower with shower/ toilet wheelchair with removable arm-rests. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, while the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

Chiro Hatsjikidee Diest

Dorpstraat 80 3294 Diest (Molenstede)  +32 493 13 58 30 and +32 495 21 57 44 @ hatsjikidee@live.be or @ benny.claes1@telenet.be  www.cjt.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Threshold of 3 cm on the access path, otherwise easily accessible. Accessible bedroom and adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (37 x 29 cm), but without safety rails. There is sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. Next to it there is only 59 cm. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space, while the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use.

Jeugdkamp De Maat Hoofdgebouw Mol

De Maat 4 2400 Mol  +32 14 81 60 18 and +32 14 31 43 31 @ mai.vanlommel@skynet.be  www.cjt.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Easily accessible but limited free space at several doors. 1 accessible dormitory on the ground floor. The beds are 38 cm high. In the bathroom in the corridor there is a roll-in shower with seat (34 x 40 cm) but without safety rails. The shower tap is on the same wall as the seat. Free space beside the seat is 80 cm; space is sufficient in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

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Green Het Jommekeshuis Beringen

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Bivakstraat 6 3581 Beverlo (Beringen)  +32 11 34 48 32 and +32 478 47 35 50 @ cjt@cjt.be

 www.cjt.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: The entrance is easily accessible. There is tight space and clearance here and there by the doors in the building, but sufficient for use. The space in the communal toilet is a bit tight, but manageable. Accessible bedroom and adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (32 x 50 cm) and sufficient space next to (87 cm), in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. There are however no safety rails. The toilet has sufficient space and a safety rail. The washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Delvenhof II Bocholt

Rietweg 41 3950 Bocholt (Kaulille)  +32 3 480 75 01 and +32 495 29 87 73 @ delvenhof@telenet.be  www.cjt.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: You may need a push up the sloping curb of the access path. Free space and clearance around most doors is limited. There is 1 accessible bedroom. In the bathroom there is a roll-in shower with a regular plastic chair and a safety rail. The washbasin reduces the free space for the chair but there is sufficient space next to it. The toilet has sufficient space but no safety rails. The washbasin has clearance for wheelchair users.

Merkenveld Zedelgem

Merkenveldweg 15 8210 Zedelgem (Loppem)  +32 50 27 76 98  +32 50 27 98 84 @ merkenveld@hopper.be  www.merkenveld.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Assistance can be needed for various sloping areas. 4 accessible bedrooms in De Spinder (a total of 10 accessible beds). Also 4 adapted toilets and a group shower. Shower door 77 cm wide.

The shower is roll-in and there is a plastic chair with fixed armrests. Due to the diagonal position of the 2 toilets in the De Spinder the space at the side is lost. The toilet near the refectory has been well adapted.

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Green Chiroheem Kantekleer Avelgem

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Driesstraat 69 8580 Avelgem  +32 56 64 70 09 @ koenbyls@hotmail.com  www.chiroavelgem.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Easily accessible despite a 4 cm step and limited free space and clearance around several doors. The refectory is accessible and there is an accessible bedroom with bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with shower seat (38 x 32 cm) and sufficient space, but without safety rails. The toilet has safety rails and sufficient space; the washbasin is suitable for wheelchair users.

‘t Schipke Geraardsbergen

Kampstraat 59 9500 Geraardsbergen  +32 54 41 61 89  +32 54 41 94 61

@jeugdherberg.tschipke@oost-vlaanderen.be

 www.degavers.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 2 accessible bedrooms with adapted bathroom (numbers 1 and 2, a total of 6 accessible beds).

Assistance is needed for the steeply inclined slope to the dining room and bedrooms. Somewhat tight clearance in front of the bathroom door. There is a roll-in shower with seat, but without safety rails. Space in front of the toilet is only 74 cm. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom and the washbasin is suitable for use from a wheelchair.

Die Loyale Maldegem

Gentsesteenweg 124 9990 Maldegem  +32 50 71 31 21  +32 50 71 90 70 @ maldegem@vjh.be  www.vjh.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Steeply inclined slope to the entrance. 2 adapted rooms (studios 003 and 004, total 6 accessible beds). In the bathroom there is a roll-in shower with a seat and a safety rail. Due to a narrowing between a wall and the shower seat a sideward positioning is only possible with various manoeuvres. Forward positioning succeeds well. In the toilet there is sufficient space and a safety rail.

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Camping areas Parelstrand Lommel

Luikersteenweg 313a 3920 Lommel  +32 11 64 93 49  +32 11 80 22 57 @ info@parelstrand.be  www.parelstrand.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: The ramp leading to the reception is quite steep and you’ll probably need a push. Only the camping area is accessible, not the holiday homes and static caravans. There’s a slope up to the door of the sanitary block which means you don’t have any flat space. You can easily ride in if someone holds the door open. There is a roll-in shower with seat (34 x 24 cm) and sufficient space, but the safety rails are fitted vertically and don’t provide sufficient support. The toilet has sufficient space and safety rails. The washbasin is not so accessible for wheelchair users due to the limited height (60 cm).

Hotels Euro Capital *** Brussels

Fonsnylaan 9 1060 Brussel (Sint-Gillis)  +32 2 535 17 00  +32 2 535 17 01 @ info@ec-hotel.com  www.ec-hotel.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Rather steep slope at the entrance. The tables in the breakfast space are not very suitable for use in a wheelchair. 3 accessible rooms (numbers 61, 62 and 63) with adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower without seat or safety rails. There is only an ordinary wheelchair available. In the toilet there is sufficient space and there are safety rails. There is insufficient clearance under the washbasin for a wheelchair.

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Best Western County House Brussels *** Ukkel

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Heldensquare 2-4 1180 Ukkel  +32 2 375 44 20  +32 2 375 31 22 @ countyhouse@skynet.be  www.bestwestern.be/countyhouse

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: The sloping pavement and the rather narrow sides of the inclined slope make the entrance difficult. 1 accessible room (number 167 on the sixth floor) with adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with seat, sufficient space and safety rails. In the toilet there is sufficient space and there are safety rails. A common adapted toilet for someone who is only here for a meeting or eats in the restaurant is lacking.

Novotel Antwerpen *** Antwerp

Luithagen Haven 6 2030 Antwerpen  +32 3 542 03 20  +32 3 541 70 93 @ H0465@accor.com  www.accorhotels.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 2 accessible bedrooms with bathroom (numbers 19 and 20). Clearance at the doors and in the room and bathroom seem to be somewhat tight. There is only a bath with bath seat, no shower!

Transferring to the seat succeeds only with assistance. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom and a common adapted toilet near the hall (clearance at the door 105 x 97 cm).

Prinse **** Antwerp

Keizerstraat 63 2000 Antwerpen  +32 3 226 40 50  +32 3 225 11 48 @ hotel_prinse@skynet.be  www.hotelprinse.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 3 accessible bedrooms with adapted bathroom (numbers 105A, 105B and Maesganck 1). Room 105A clearly scored the best; there is not enough free space at the shower seat and/or toilet in the other rooms. 105A includes a roll-in shower with shower chair with arms. The tables in the breakfast area do not accommodate wheelchairs well due to a central table leg.

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City Holiday Inn Express Mechelen *** Mechelen

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Veemarkt 37C 2800 Mechelen  +32 15 44 84 20  +32 15 44 84 21

@ general.manager@express-himechelen.com  www.hiexpress.com/mechelenbe

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible room with bathroom (number 107). The space and clearance at the doors is a little tighter, but satisfactory for practical use. Roll-in shower with shower seat (32 x 27 cm) and a safety rail. Due to the position of the toilet and shower seat, positioning right next to the shower seat or toilet is not possible. Sufficient space in front of and diagonally in front of the seat. The toilet has safety rails and there is space in front of and diagonally in front of the toilet. The washbasin is suitable for wheelchair use, there is sufficient clearance.

Novotel Mechelen Centrum *** Mechelen

Van Beethovenstraat 1 2800 Mechelen  +32 15 40 49 50  +32 15 40 49 51 @ H3154@accor.com  www.accorhotels.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 2 accessible bedrooms with specially adapted bathroom (numbers 403 and 503). There is only a bath with bath board, no shower! The circulation space in front of the bathroom door is 150 x 115 cm. There is a specially adapted toilet in the bathroom; the communal toilet is not accessible.

Crowne Plaza Brugge **** Bruges

Burg 10 8000 Brugge  +32 50 44 68 44  +32 50 44 68 68 @ hotel@crowne-plaza-brugge.com  www.crowneplaza.com/bruggebel

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 8 cm threshold on the access path. 1 accessible bedroom with adapted bathroom (number 210).

Clearance behind the door to the room is 125 x 250 cm, beside the bed 90 x 120 cm and in the bathroom 120 x 180 cm. There is only a bath with a bath seat, no shower! There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom and further 2 common adapted toilets. The washbasin is not suitable for a wheelchair.

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City Novotel Brugge Centrum *** Bruges

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Katelijnestraat 65b 8000 Brugge  +32 50 33 75 33  +32 50 33 65 56 @ H1033@accor.com  www.accorhotels.com

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 3 accessible bedrooms with adapted bathroom (numbers 110, 210 and 310). The clearance in front of the bathroom door is 250 x 114 cm. There is only a bath with bath seat, no shower! Due to the positioning of the bath seat over the ledge, transfer is only possible with assistance. There is an adapted toilet in the bathroom and a common adapted toilet at the reception.

Harmony **** Ghent

Kraanlei 37 9000 Gent  +32 9 324 26 80  +32 9 324 26 88 @ info@hotel-harmony.be  www.hotel-harmony.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: 1 accessible room (number 21) with adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with seat, sufficient space and a safety rail. In the toilet there is sufficient space and there are safety rails.

The tables in the breakfast room are not suitable for a wheelchair.

Ibis Gent Centrum St.-Baafskathedraal ** Ghent

Limburgstraat 2 9000 Gent  +32 9 233 00 00  +32 9 233 10 00 @ H0961@accor.com  www.ibishotel.com

Info after a visit by an accessibility agency: 3 more spacious bedrooms with specially adapted bathroom (number 305 discussed here). Bedroom and bathroom door only 76 cm wide. There is only a bath, no shower! There is a specially adapted toilet in the bathroom; the communal toilet is accessible, but with limited space in front of the toilet. The tables in the restaurant are difficult to access with wheelchairs.

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Monasterium Poortackere * Ghent

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Oude Houtlei 56 9000 Gent  +32 9 269 22 10  +32 9 269 22 30 @ info@monasterium.be  www.monasterium.be

Info after Accessible Flanders inspection: Entrance via an alternative entrance door. Some corridors, doors and sloping areas make easy movement difficult. Especially the door from the entrance hall to the restaurant can be a problem, which is only 75 cm wide. 1 accessible room (number S06) with adapted bathroom. There is a roll-in shower with seat, sufficient space and a safety rail. Next to the toilet the space is limited, which makes a lateral transfer difficult. Safety rails are fitted.

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Flanders – a holiday destination for everyone!

Visit Flanders info office Are you in Brussels? Come and visit the Visit Flanders info office, close to the Grand-Place. The staff will gladly help you with tips for accessible trips.

The visitors’ centre is well adapted for visitors with a disability. Wheelchair users will also find an accessible toilet here in the heart of the capital.

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www.accessinfo.be Discover our golden tips for a successful holiday at www.accessinfo.be. You will find a wide selection of tips for holidays and trips, the latest news and personal recommendations from other travellers with an impairment.

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Index This index gives an overview at a single glance of the accessible accommodation by city / municipality in alphabetical order and of the number of accessible beds and sanitary fixtures. Handy if you are in a certain city or municipality looking for holiday accommodation for a small or larger group. Do not forget that youth accommodation also frequently open their doors for socio-cultural groups, groups of friends and families.

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Aalst Aarschot Alveringem Antwerp Antwerp Antwerp Antwerp Beringen Beringen Bever Beveren-Waas Blankenberge Blankenberge Blankenberge Blankenberge Blankenberge Blankenberge Boortmeerbeek Borgloon Borgloon Bornem Brakel Brasschaat Brasschaat Bredene Bredene Bredene Bree Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Bruges Brussels Buggenhout De Panne De Panne De Panne Deinze Diest Dilsen-Stokkem Dilsen-Stokkem Galmaarden Genk Geraardsbergen Geraardsbergen

Geraardsbergen

Ghent

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Number of accessible sanitary cells (**)

La vie en roses Guest rooms 2 (1 room) 1 De Pluimpapaver Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Vakantiehoeve Briesland Holiday house 3 (1 room) 1 All seasons Antwerpen City Center Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Holiday Inn Express Antwerp City North Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Hilton Antwerp Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Jeugdherberg Pulcinella Youth hostel 12 (4 rooms) 6 De Witte Merel Deluxe Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Het Mezennestje Youth holiday centre 30 (5 dormitories) 1 Rosario Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Arenberghoeve Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Aazaert Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Du Commerce Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 José Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Duinse Polders Holiday centre 5 (5 rooms) 6 Floreal Blankenberge Holiday centre 6 (6 rooms) 6 De Wielen Camping area / 1 Jeugdverblijfcentrum Kalleberg Youth holiday centre (1 dormitory) - Herberg Het Klokhuis Holiday centre 3 (1 room)*** 1 Kasteel Mariagaarde Holiday centre 4 (2 rooms) 2 Het Laathof Youth holiday centre 2 (2 rooms) 2 Het Leerhof Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Van der Valk Motel Dennenhof Hotel 3 (3 rooms) 3 Bielebale Youth holiday centre 12 (2 rooms) 1 Horizon Youth holiday centre 46 (20 rooms) 4 ’t Minnepark Camping area / 1 Park Costa Camping area / 1 Mussenburghof Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Academie Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Boterhuis Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 De Medici Hotel 3 (3 rooms) 3 Golden Tree Hotel Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Grand Hotel Casselbergh Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Lace Hotel Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Martin's Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Montanus Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Oud Huis De Peellaert Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Maison Bousson Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Aan de Plas Youth holiday centre 3 (1 room) 1 De Karmel Youth holiday centre 17 (3 rooms) 2 Bauhaus Youth hostel 4 (1 room)*** 1 Europa Youth hostel 36 (9 rooms) 1 Herdersbrug Youth hostel 8 (2 rooms) 1 Silken Berlaymont Brussels Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 B&B Mettes Guest rooms 2 (2 rooms) 2 Hotel Aan Zee Hotel 3 (3 rooms) 3 Flipper Youth holiday centre 3 (1 room) 1 J-Club Youth holiday centre 4 (2 rooms) 1 De Ceder Holiday centre 20 (20 rooms) 20 Stille Kempen Camping area / 1 ’t Poorthuys Guest rooms 2 (2 rooms) 2 De Kalei Youth holiday centre 24 (6 rooms) 1 De Carrousel Youth holiday centre 4 (2 rooms) 2 De Roerdomp Youth hostel 50 (19 rooms) 2 B&B Hakuna Matata Guest rooms 2 (1 room) 1 Provinciaal Domein De Gavers Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 bungalow 6 Provinciaal Domein De Gavers Camping area / 1 Camping Holiday Inn Express Gent Hotel 1 (1 room) 1

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beds (*)

Ghent Ghent Ghent Gingelom Gingelom Hasselt Hasselt Hasselt Hasselt Hechtel-Eksel Hechtel-Eksel Heers Heers Heist-op-den-Berg Herentals Herk-de-Stad Herselt Heuvelland Heuvelland Heuvelland Heuvelland Heuvelland Hooglede Hoogstraten Kasterlee Kasterlee Knokke-Heist Koksijde Koksijde Koksijde Koksijde Kortrijk Kortrijk Lanaken Langemark-Poelkapelle Lede Leuven Leuven Leuven Lichtervelde Lier Lille Lille Lokeren Lommel Maaseik Maaseik Maaseik Maaseik Maasmechelen Maasmechelen Maasmechelen Malle Malle Mechelen Meise Merelbeke Mesen Meulebeke Middelkerke Middelkerke Mol

Moorslede Neerpelt Nieuwpoort Nieuwpoort Nieuwpoort Nieuwpoort

Number of accessible sanitary cells (**)

NH Gent Belfort Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Novotel Gent Centrum Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Blaarmeersen Camping area / 1 Aan Het Tombos Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 Hoeve Jadoul Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 De Groene Hendrickx Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Holiday Inn Express Hasselt Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Radisson Blu Hotel Hasselt Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Akabe Scouts Lokalen Youth holiday centre 10 (2 rooms) 1 Chiroheem Sint-Lambertus Youth holiday centre (4 rooms) 1 De Bosuil Youth holiday centre 18 (3 rooms) 1 Alfonsinehoeve Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 Martenshof Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 Hullebrug Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 De Brink Youth holiday centre 68 (17 rooms) 2 De Waterkant Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 B&B Amethist Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Belvedère Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Vakantiehoeve Rodeberg Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 De Bosgeus Youth holiday centre 3 (2 dormitories)*** 2 De Lork Youth holiday centre 11 (4 rooms)*** 5 Monsalvaet Youth holiday centre 6 (3 rooms) 3 Buytenshuys Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 De Bonte Beestenboel Youth holiday centre 3 (1 room) 1 De Hoge Rielen Youth holiday centre 50 (25 rooms) 3 Floreal Kempen Camping area / 1 Huyshoeve Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Casino Hotel 6 (3 rooms) 3 Reigersnest Holiday centre 2 (2 rooms) 2 Huize Emmaüs Youth holiday centre 8 (2 rooms)*** 1 Midwester Youth holiday centre 6 (3 rooms) 1 D-Hotel Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Ibis Hotel Kortrijk Centrum Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Pietersheim Youth holiday centre 6 (3 rooms) 3 Munchenhof Youth holiday centre 2 (1 room) 1 Mirabella Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Novotel Leuven Centrum Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 De Blauwput Youth hostel 6 (6 rooms)*** 1 Leuven City Hostel Youth hostel 2 (2 rooms) 1 Radar vzw - Afrit 9 Youth holiday centre 4 (1 room)*** 9 B&B Soetemin Guest rooms 2 (1 room) 1 De Lilse Bergen Camping area / 2 Hildegarden Guest rooms 2 (2 rooms) 2 Hoogland - De Raap Youth holiday centre (1 room) 1 Chikabo Youth holiday centre (4 rooms) 1 Kasteel Wurfeld Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Oude Eycke Hotel 4 (2 rooms) 2 't Dorpshuys Holiday centre 1 (1 room) 1 Sporta Beachclub Youth holiday centre 4 (2 rooms) 2 In De Oude Bedstee Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 ’t Mechels Bos Holiday house 20 (10 rooms) 11 Vakantiehuis Fabiola Youth holiday centre 89 (53 rooms) 11 Heibrand Youth holiday centre 12 (7 rooms) 2 Provinciaal Vormingscentrum Malle Youth holiday centre 8 (4 rooms)*** 3 Mercure Mechelen Vé Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Falko Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Ten Berg Youth holiday centre 39 (9 rooms)*** 3 Peace Village Youth holiday centre 16 (8 rooms) 8 De Miere Youth holiday centre 28 (3 rooms) 1 De Zeekameel Youth holiday centre 12 (6 rooms) 6 Mercator Camping area / 1 Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Camping area / 3 Zilvermeer De Touwladder Youth holiday centre 12 (2 rooms)*** 1 De Bosuil Youth holiday centre 10 (1 room) 1 Cosmopolite Hotel 5 (5 rooms) 5 Ter Duinen Holiday centre 86 (86 rooms) 90 De Slikke and De Schorre Youth holiday centre 4 (2 rooms) 2 ’t Kraaienest Youth holiday centre 6 (3 rooms) 1

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Oostduinkerke Oostduinkerke Oostduinkerke Oostduinkerke Oostduinkerke Oostkamp Oostkamp Oostkamp Ostend Ostend Ostend Ostend Ostend Ostend Oudenaarde Overpelt Overpelt Peer

Poperinge Poperinge Ravels Retie Retie Rijkevorsel Roeselare Ronse Ruiselede Ruiselede Sint-Katelijne-Waver Sint-Niklaas Sint-Niklaas Sint-Niklaas

Turnhout Turnhout Voeren Voeren Vorselaar Waasmunster Wachtebeke Westende Westerlo Wezembeek-Oppem Wielsbeke Wuustwezel Ypres Ypres Ypres Ypres Zandhoven Zandvliet Zedelgem Zonnebeke Zwalm Zwevegem

Number of accessible sanitary cells (**)

Domein Rietvelde Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 Hoge Duin Holiday centre 36 (36 rooms) 1 Ter Helme Holiday centre 12 (12 rooms)*** 12 Bivakhuis Hoge Duin Youth holiday centre 72 (28 rooms) 8 Zandboot (Ter Helme) Youth holiday centre 2 (2 rooms)*** 2 't Roodhof Hotel 2 (1 room) 1 Van der Valk Hotel Brugge - Oostkamp Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 De Grote Linde Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Europe Hotel 5 (5 rooms) 5 Golden Tulip Bero Hotel 3 (3 rooms) 3 Melinda Hotel 3 (2 rooms) 2 ’t Hof Ten Hullenhove Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 De Kinkhoorn Holiday centre 5 (5 rooms) 5 Duin en Zee Youth holiday centre 10 (5 rooms) 5 Het Moerashuis Youth holiday centre 24 (6 rooms) 1 De Floreffe Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 ’t Pelterke Youth holiday centre 6 (3 rooms) 3 Landelijk Ontmoetingscentrum Youth holiday centre 1 (1 room) 1 Breugelhoeve Callecanes Hotel 4 (4 rooms) 4 Predikherenhof Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Jeugdlokalen Ravels-Eel Youth holiday centre (3 rooms) 1 Corsendonk De Linde Holiday centre 7 (7 rooms) 7 Domein Beverdonk Youth holiday centre 35 (18 rooms)*** 4 B&B de Rijcke Rust Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Het Rokken Youth holiday centre 9 (2 rooms) 1 Muzieklo Holiday house 1 (1 room) 1 B&B Schietspoele Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 ’t Haantje Youth holiday centre 45 (3 rooms) 1 Domein Roosendael Youth holiday centre 2 (2 rooms) 2 Ibis Sint-Niklaas Centrum Hotel 4 (4 rooms) 4 Den Bosduiker Youth holiday centre (1 dormitory) 1 Scouts en Gidsen Vlaanderen – Youth holiday centre (3 rooms) 1 Sint-Franciscus Tegenover Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 Turnhout City Hotel Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 De Kommel Hotel 1 (1 room) 1 De Veurs Youth hostel 4 (2 rooms) 2 Berkelhoeve Youth holiday centre 2 (1 room)*** 2 Heidepark Youth holiday centre 10 (2 rooms) 1 Puyenbroeck Camping area / 1 Kompas Westende Camping area 2 (2 houses) 4 Sporta Centrum Youth holiday centre 42 (21 rooms)*** 21 La Vignette Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 Vogelsang (domein Hernieuwenburg) Youth holiday centre 2 (1 room) 1 Chirolokalen Chiro Wuustwezel Youth holiday centre (6 rooms) 1 Novotel Ieper Centrum Hotel 2 (2 rooms) 2 De Palingbeekhoeve Holiday house 3 (1 room) 1 De Iep Youth holiday centre 10 (2 rooms)*** 1 Ravenhof Youth holiday centre 6 (3 dormitories)*** 1 Domein Hooidonk Holiday centre 88 (44 rooms) 44 Ruige Heide Youth holiday centre 27 (9 rooms) 1 Hoogveld Youth holiday centre 6 (2 rooms) 1 ‘t Lotegat Youth holiday centre 10 (2 rooms) 1 ’t Schoon Leven Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1 Ovaertine Guest rooms 1 (1 room) 1

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By an accessible bed we mean a single bed, double bed or the lower bed of a bunk bed next to which there is sufficient clearance on at least 1 side. (**) A sanitary cell is a bathroom, sanitary block or unit with a minimum of 1 accessible shower, toilet and washbasin. (***) Extension of the number of rooms and/or beds is possible, depending on the arrangement and possibilities of the group.

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Accessible festivals and events Ready for a new festival summer? Intro makes events, shows in cultural centres, festivals and sports events accessible for disabled people throughout the whole year. Efforts are made for everyone, whatever your disability. More information and the complete overview of accessible events can be found on the website www.inclusie.be.

You can email to info@intro-events.be or call +32 2 465 67 00.

Need nursing?

Do you need nursing during your stay? Then you can best contact a home care service. The largest organisation for home nursing, with departments throughout Flanders, is the Wit-Gele Kruis.

The contact points for each province can be found at: www.wgk.be.

Aids on your holiday Do you need specific equipment during your holiday? For large and small aids in the vicinity of your accommodation you can, among other things, go to the home care shops (www.thuiszorgwinkel.be), Medishops (www.socmut. be) and the Red Cross (tel. +32 15 44 35 07, uitleendienst@rodekruis.be).

All together now Not everyone likes to take care of practical holiday arrangements. Luckily enough, there are many travel organisations in Flanders that can do this for you. You can find an overview of these organisations on the Accessible Travel Info Point website www.accessinfo. be > Travel information and links > Belgium > Travel organisations. Don’t wait until the last minute because seats are limited. Once you’ve booked, you can sit back and enjoy.

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Accessible railways

Belgian Railways provides assistance services for entering and exiting trains in 114 stations. To be sure that the service can be provided, you must book your journey 24 hours in advance.

You can make a reservation by calling + 32 2 528 28 28 or using the online form. All information, including special rates, can be found on www.b-rail.be under ‘Belgium’, section ‘Useful tips’, or in the brochure ‘Services for people with reduced mobility’ (www.b-rail.be/nat/E/assets/ basea5_ang_04web.pdf).

Get away with the buses and trams of De Lijn.

The Flemish transport company De Lijn is also concerned with accessibility. However, wheelchair users must book their bus or tram ride (return) at least one day in advance in order to check whether the stop and the vehicle are sufficiently accessible. You can book this service via the diala-bus centre in the province of departure.

You can find the contact details on www.delijn.be, section De Lijn, Offerings. For all other questions, call +32 70 22 02 00.

You do not have to book the coast tram. On the website www.delijn.be/kusttram (Travel Information, Locations and Stops) you can find an overview of the accessible stops.

Below and above the ground with the MIVB (Brussels)

The metro in Brussels provides personal assistance during rides. It is recommended to call 1 day up to minimum 1 hour in advance on + 32 70 23 20 00, or fill in the form at this link: www.mivb.be/metro-assistance.html?l=en .The accessible metro stations can be found on the metro map on the website www.mivb.be.

In the section ‘Reduced mobility’ on the same website, you can find more information about the accessibility of the metro, trams, minibuses and buses.

 You will find more tips in the brochure ‘Accessible transport in Flanders and Brussels’ from the Accessible Travel Info Point. You will discover practical tips about flying, where you can find an accessible taxi, lift bus or even a mobile home, etc. This information is always based on objective expert inspection or the experience of people with a disability. You can access the brochure on the website at www.accessinfo.be or request a printed copy.

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Accessible Travel Info Point Inspiration for accessible travel Finding suitable overnight lodging is one thing, but Accessible Travel Info Point offers you even more inspiration! Tips for day trips, accessible transport, services at the Flemish coast, travel organisations, accessible bicycle and footpaths,…

For more information, visit www.accessinfo.be or contact us for personal advice.

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