Brugse Ommeland (Hotel Het Bloemenhof )
At Het Bloemenhof in Dudzele just a stone’s throw from the Bruges countryside and the Flemish Coast
Your Vespa adventure begins in style. Bart & Evert welcome you in a warm, family atmosphere at their boutique hotel: modern rooms, a sun-drenched garden, swimming pool, and wellness area offer the perfect start or finish to your day.
From this unique location, you set off by Vespa along carefully mapped-out routes through the polders, towards the coast, or to historic Bruges. Enjoy the scenery along the way, picturesque villages, and atmospheric stops — the perfect mix of relaxation and discovery.
You don’t need to be a hotel guest to rent a Vespa here. Everyone is welcome to explore the region! Simply click “Reserve your Vespa here” to plan your ride.
Still looking for accommodation? Feel free to combine your Vespa rental with an overnight stay here. Book your room via www.hetbloemenhof.be and start your experience full of peace, space, and authentic local charm.”
After a generous breakfast with a view of the garden, you hop on your Vespa and explore the most beautiful routes through the polders, along the coast, or towards historic Bruges. In the evening, you return to relax, enjoy a glass of local beer, or dine on regional products — all at your own pace.
A day full of experiences, peace, and pleasure — with a smile.
Directions
All our routes wind through charming, low-traffic country roads where you can cruise undisturbed.
No busy traffic — just open landscapes, cozy villages, and the time to truly enjoy the journey.
Here and there, you’ll find a welcoming terrace, a glimpse into wartime history, a cultural stop, or a scenic viewpoint inviting you to pause for a moment.
Choose the route that suits you and let yourself be carried away by the charm of the region.
Whichever direction you take, the landscape always whispers something beautiful in return.
Half day
Along Creeks and Polders
57.5 km
A relaxed loop along waterways and fortified little towns.
You ride through open polders and follow quiet roads toward the Maïsterplan maze and welcoming cafés. Sluis is the central point of the ride, where fortress walls and terraces come together.
From there, you continue past historic bunkers and along the sea dike of Knokke. Via a beautiful natural landscape, you return toward Dudzele.
Highlights:
• Maïsterplan maze
• Sluis
• Hazegras bunkers
• Knokke sea dike
• Put van Cloedt
An easy-going polder ride with a breath of fresh sea air.
From Polder Village to Proud City
58 km
From rural tranquillity to urban charm.
You set off from Dudzele and ride via Abdij Ter Doest toward Lissewege, the white village with its quiet little squares. You can take a short stroll through the Garden of the Rectory or pause for a drink.
Through the green domains of Domein Beisbroek and Domein Tudor, you reach the vibrant city of Brugge. Afterwards, the open landscape around Damme guides you back to Dudzele.
Highlights:
• Abdij Ter Doest
• Lissewege
• Brugge
• Damme
A beautiful balance of village life, nature, and city elegance.
Three-Quarter Day
White Village, Medieval Setting
65.3 km
A ride from white façades to historic grandeur.
You set off among the whitewashed houses of Lissewege and follow quiet country roads toward a city steeped in history. Green landscapes and heritage alternate along the way, with inviting spots to pause and take it in.
In Brugge, the scenery shifts to medieval façades and lively squares — often described as an open-air museum of Gothic architecture. From there, the route meanders back along the water, ending in the charming town of Damme.
Highlights:
• Lissewege
• Hof van Proven
• Brugge
• Doolhof Maïsterplan
• Damme
A compact route rich in contrast and atmosphere.
The Salty Hinterland
73.8 km
Polders, forts, and a coastal feel — all in one smooth loop.
You set off from Dudzele and ride past Oostkerke and Hoeke toward the Dutch fortified town of Sluis. Along the way you pass old forts, dikes, and open nature reserves.
Via Retranchement and Knokke-Heist, you return through the hinterland, with wide views and quiet roads that fit perfectly with an easy-going ride.
Highlights:
• Sluis
• De Blikken - Vogelkijkhut
• Molen de Meermin
• Retranchement
• Dijk Knokke
• Put van Cloedt
A varied route with space, silence, and a wide horizon.
From Wind to Water
78.7 km
From windmill to beach.
You ride past the Molen van Oostkerke and the Sint-Quintinuskerk toward old forts and open polder landscapes. Via Retranchement and Cadzand-Bad, you get a real taste of the coast — beach, dike, and beach pavilions.
In Zeeuws-Vlaanderen, the Sophiapolder opens up with views over water and birds. Through the Kaaipoort of Aardenburg, via Zuidzande and Damme, you ride back home.
Highlights:
• Retranchementse Molen
• Cadzand-Bad
• Sophiapolder with birdwatching hide
• Natuurpunt Damme Bezoekerscentrum
A route with fresh wind and wide-open space.
Full Day
High Above the Pump Tower
96 km
A varied loop through greenery, water, and city life.
Starting from Dudzele, you ride past Zuienkerke and De Hoge Dijken. The viewpoint at the Pompentoren offers an unexpectedly wide panorama.
After a tasty break in Snellegem, the scenery gradually shifts toward the city. Brugge is the beating heart of this route — vibrant, historic, and full of atmosphere. Via Damme and the Molen van Oostkerke, you loop back, your head full of impressions.
Highlights:
• De Hoge Dijken
• Pompentoren
• Brugge (city centre)
A full day of panoramic views and culture.
Slow Through Time
100 km
A relaxed day through polder landscapes and border country.
You ride past rural hideaways, green woodlands, and winding creeks, with inviting stops along the way for an ice cream, a leisurely lunch, or a glass of wine. Eye-catchers such as the Baileybrug, historic gates, and old farmsteads add variety to the journey.
Nature and tranquillity take centre stage, with open panoramas, mazes, and quiet places to pause. The route also passes Aardenburg, one of the oldest towns in the region.
Highlights:
• Zandberghoeve
• Baileybrug
• Victoriadoolhof
• Wijngaard ’t Biezenhof
• Sophiapolder with birdwatching hide
• Aardenburg
Small villages and charming detours at an easy pace.
Great Appetite
110 km
A relaxed ride with the sea on the horizon.
Starting from Dudzele, you ride past villages, creeks, and green landscapes toward Zeeuws-Vlaanderen. Halfway along, Breskens makes a perfect waterside pause.
After that, you follow the coastline past Nieuwvliet-Bad and Cadzand-Bad, where beach pavilions invite you in for a drink. Knokke is another great stop; then your Vespa hums back along quiet roads, nature, and heritage.
Highlights:
• Sluis
• Brewery De Drie Koningen
• Breskens
• Cadzand-Bad
• Flower garden BeeOdiversity
Salty sea air and apéro stops.


