We are 3 seniors who would like to make 1-day daytrips from Brussels to neighbouring cities/countries. We're not into museums. We love sightseeing. London and Paris are among our choices. Can anyone advise any where in Germany or the Netherlands?
Posted by
Danville, VT
12040 posts
Definately stop by Bruges, although it requires more than a day to adequately explore. The university town of Leuven (home to some magnificent Gothic buildings and a fantastic cafe culture) is less than a half hour by train from Brussels. The outdoor folk-museum of Bokrijk (between Hasselt and Genk) is an under-touristed gem. Maastricht in the Netherlands is also worth a pleasent day-trip if you have the time.
Posted by
Portland, OR, USA
389 posts
How about Amsterdam and Cologne, Germany. Both are 2-3 hours and great for sites.
Posted by
Raleigh, NC, United States
4 posts
I second the recommendation re Bruges. It is very picturesque...
Luxembourg City is a short day trip from Brussels and the 'hop on - hop off' busses & Petrusse Express 'train' make it easy to explore.
Trier Germany is also a short day trip. It offers many well-preserved Roman and medieval buildings.
Cochem Germany is about 3 hours from Brussels and in the heart of the picturesque Moselle river area. It's a great place to sample some local wines.
Posted by
Richmond, Virginia, USA
345 posts
A big second to Bruge, Trier, and Cochem..I would even suggest an over night in Cochem
Posted by
Sheboygan, Wisc., USA
934 posts
I also suggest Brugge and Trier.Both are close and great places.
Posted by
Redding, CA, USA
1568 posts
Agree.
1st choice - Brugge
2nd choice - Trier
Posted by
OP
Lewisburg, PA, USA
3 posts
Thank you all for your suggestions! We do have Brugge on the list. We will do some reading re other suggested cities. Thanks so much again!