Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #1 in Ypres, Belgium

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Number of sights 5 sights
Distance 0.9 km
Ascend 13 m
Descend 17 m

Experience Ypres in Belgium in a whole new way with our free self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in YpresIndividual Sights in Ypres

Sight 1: Rio Do Cafe

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River Splash is a tree trunk attraction in the Belgian animal and amusement park Bellewaerde.

Wikipedia: River Splash (NL)

348 meters / 4 minutes

Sight 2: Zebra's, Giraffen en Watusi

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Zebras are African equines with distinctive black-and-white striped coats. There are three living species: Grévy's zebra, the plains zebra, and the mountain zebra. Zebras share the genus Equus with horses and asses, the three groups being the only living members of the family Equidae. Zebra stripes come in different patterns, unique to each individual. Several theories have been proposed for the function of these patterns, with most evidence supporting them as a deterrent for biting flies. Zebras inhabit eastern and southern Africa and can be found in a variety of habitats such as savannahs, grasslands, woodlands, shrublands, and mountainous areas.

Wikipedia: Zebra (EN)

122 meters / 1 minutes

Sight 3: Koffietassen

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Coffee Cups is a teacup attraction in the Belgian animal and amusement park Bellewaerde in Ypres. The attraction was built in 1989 by MACK Rides and is located in the KidsPark theme area.

Wikipedia: Koffietassen (NL)

287 meters / 3 minutes

Sight 4: Bellewaerde Park

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Bellewaerde is a theme park in the West Flemish countryside at Zonnebeke near Ypres, Belgium. It was established in 1954, on the grounds of the World War I Battle of Bellewaarde. Named after an old castle in its territory that still stands near the main entrance, Bellewaerde is the oldest operating theme park in Belgium. Originally a zoo and safari, the park expanded in the early eighties to become more of a general theme- and thrillpark, catering towards teens and families. The 54-hectare (130-acre) park is known for its beautiful gardens, marvelous landscaping and its attention to theming. Its mascotte is a lion dressed as a king, King Lion. Bellewaerde draws about 850,000 - 900,000 visitors a year and is the main theme park in Flanders.

Wikipedia: Bellewaerde (EN), Website

190 meters / 2 minutes

Sight 5: Bengal Express

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The Bengal Express is an attraction in Bellewaerde. It is a train that runs in the India area of the park.

Wikipedia: Bengal Express (NL)

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