Begijnhof Turnhout, België

Turnhout

Typical Turnhout

Welcome to Turnhout, the city that appointed itself the capital of the Kempen and the city that is known for its playing cards. Stroll through the cosy inner city with the Grote Markt and the world-famous Begijnhof or enjoy the beautiful surroundings in the Kempen.

From the Beguinage to playing cards

The most famous sights in Turnhout are undoubtedly the famous Beguinage which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and the Castle of the Dukes of Brabant which currently serves as a court of justice. The halls of the castle can only be visited with a guide. A visit to the National Museum of Playing Cards is also a must in the city of playing cards. A walk through the city centre will take you past photogenic spots such as the Market Square with the St. Peter's Church. And those who love shopping can go to the Gasthuisstraat, the most famous shopping street of Turnhout.

Kasteel van de Hertogen van Brabant, Turnhout, BelgiëSpeelkaarten

Surroundings of Turnhout

As mentioned, Turnhout has appointed itself the capital of the Flemish Campine. Here you can enjoy everything nature has to offer. You can cycle or walk endlessly along babbling brooks and the Turnhoutse Vennen area. This is one of the most important heath areas of Flanders where you can see special meadow birds such as the curlew and the black-tailed godwit. The Kalmthoutse Heide is also a beautiful nature reserve where dunes, fens and woods alternate. Don't forget to bring your binoculars!

Kalmthoutse Heide Vlaanderen, België

Holiday parks near Turnhout

Nature
Nature
Family
Family

1 Night from

30.50
Includes taxes and surcharges based on 2 pers.
  • Located in the Flemish Mol
  • Visit Buitengoor and Meergoor nature reserve
  • With swimming pond and indoor pool
Family
Family
Nature
Nature

1 Night from

192
Includes taxes and surcharges based on 2 pers.

EuroParcs Kaatsheuvel

Kaatsheuvel (NL)
  • De Efteling ligt om de hoek
  • Met binnen- en buitenzwembad
  • Het hele jaar door kinderanimatie!
Family
Family
Water
Water

1 Night from

144.90
Includes taxes and surcharges based on 2 pers.

EuroParcs De Biesbosch

Dordrecht (NL)
  • Op rij-afstand van Nationaal Park De Biesbosch en het gezellige Dordrecht
  • Chalets, cottages en bungalows t/m 32 pers.
  • Zwembad, jachthaven & bootverhuur