Explore the Tuscany of the Westhoek – departing from Hostellerie Kemmelberg (Heuvelland)

Welcome to the highest point in Flanders! From Hostellerie Kemmelberg you can enjoy a breathtaking view over the rolling hills, dotted with vineyards, winding roads, and charming villages. It’s the perfect base to discover the “Tuscany of the Westhoek” by Vespa.

Hop on your Vespa and follow our mapped-out routes through this unique landscape — from picture-perfect hilltops to welcoming wineries and inviting terraces along the way. Here, it’s all about enjoyment, discovery, and truly switching off for a while.

You don’t need to be a guest of the Hostellerie to rent a Vespa. Everyone is welcome to start their trip from here. Simply click “Reserve your Vespa here” and experience a day full of freedom and wide-open views.

Want to combine your outing with an overnight stay in style? Hostellerie Kemmelberg offers elegant rooms, refined gastronomy, and a view you won’t soon forget. More information or bookings via www.hostelleriekemmelberg.be.

A day on the Vespa, a view that stays with you — and pure relaxation in the heart of Heuvelland.

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.

56.7 km

A smooth loop through the rolling heart of Heuvelland.

You set off from Hostellerie Kemmelberg and ride past the Entre-Deux-Monts winery, where vineyards shape the landscape. Via Westouter and Poperinge, wide open views alternate with small-town charm. Along the way you encounter silent witnesses of the past, such as the German observation tower Flugplatz.

Following quiet country roads, you reach the Abbey of Sint-Sixtus.

Highlights:
• Entre-Deux-Monts Winery
• Flugplatz Observation Tower
• Sint-Sixtus Abbey

A flowing route with elevation, tranquillity and character.

58.2 km

A relaxed ride along small villages and quiet places.

From Kemmel, the road winds toward the Lettenberg bunkers and open landscapes. In Dranouter, Nieuwkerke and Wijtschate you’ll find a typical village atmosphere that makes a short break very tempting.

The Pool of Peace offers a calm moment along the way. Through greenery and along the water, you continue toward the Dikkebus Pond and Elzenwalle Castle before returning to the starting point.

Highlights:
• Charming villages
• Pool of Peace
• Dikkebus Pond

No major headline stops, just pure Heuvelland.

58.1 km

A flavourful loop through the Heuvelland.

Around Dranouter you cruise past small producers such as the Koudekot winery and Reyngaard. Between stretches of riding, Étang des 3 Fontaines (Driebronnenvijver) and Étang du Château invite you to stop for a moment and take in the surroundings.

A beautiful view and a refreshing glass await at the Sint-Bernardus Brewery and its rooftop bar. From there you continue cruising toward Poperinge. Farmsteads, gentle hills and wide views accompany you back to the Kemmelberg.

Highlights:
• Koudekot Winery
• Bar Bernard
• Poperinge
• Vive La Vache

Ride, taste and enjoy in one smooth flow.

63.1 km

A ride where vibrancy and history meet.

Through open panoramas, you reach the Mouttoren — a first stop with wide views over the landscape. Ieper forms the beating heart of the route, perfect for a stroll or a drink on the Grote Markt Ieper.

After leaving the city, you continue along quiet roads, with Tyne Cot Cemetery as a reflective passage along the way. The loop ends peacefully in the greenery of Kasteelpark Zonnebeke.

Highlights:
• Mouttoren
• Grote Markt Ieper
• Tyne Cot Cemetery

A half-day ride rich in depth and variety.

74.1 km

Woodland edges, little streams, and characterful stops.

You ride along forest fringes and open fields toward Fintele. Passing the historic Kasteel Couthof, you continue to Brouwerij Sint-Bernardus, where a flavourful pause and a sweeping view await at the rooftop bar.

Via Reningelst and the Helleketelbos, you return at an easy pace to the starting point.

Highlights:
• Fintele
• Kasteel Couthof
• Brouwerij Sint-Bernardus with rooftop bar
• Mouttoren Reningelst
• De Helleketel

A smooth-flowing loop where nature and craftsmanship stay in perfect balance.

84.4 km

A route that’s all about being on the road — and lingering along the way.

You set off between the De Galgebossen, passing Jardin Moulin and Herberg De Knocke. Along quiet roads and via the Put van Nieuwkapelle, the landscape gradually opens toward the city.

Enjoy a bite and a drink on the Grote Markt Diksmuide. For a final wide view, climb the Vredesmolen Klerken. The day ends in Ieper, with the feeling that you didn’t have to be anywhere — yet felt welcome everywhere.

Highlights:
• Put van Nieuwkapelle
• Grote Markt Diksmuide
• Vredesmolen Klerken
• Ieper

A ride with space to pause and unwind.

94.2 km

Green hills and rich flavours alternate throughout this ride.

You wind past quiet mine craters, chapels, and villages such as Mesen and Wijtschate. Along the way, surprising panoramas unfold, doing full justice to the character of the region.

A peaceful pause awaits at the Dikkebusvijver. The next stop is the Grote Markt Poperinge.

Abdij Sint-Sixtus and Wijndomein Entre-Deux-Monts add depth of flavour to the journey. Via the Rodeberg and along the Galooiebeek, you meander toward a sweet final touch at ’t Zoetemondje.

Highlights:
• Dikkebusvijver
• Grote Markt Poperinge
• Abdij Sint-Sixtus
• Wijndomein Entre-Deux-Monts

Heuvelland in its full intensity.

96.4 km

Panoramic heights and craftsmanship.

Cruise through Heuvelland past stately castles, artisanal breweries, and charming villages. You’ll pass historic estates, elevated viewpoints, and places where true craftsmanship is still tangible. Along the way, you’ll discover vineyards, chocolatiers, and silent witnesses of the past. A varied route that seamlessly connects landscape, flavour, and heritage.

Highlights:
• De Walletjes viewpoint
• Mouttoren
• Historic castles
• Chocolaterie Ledoux

A well-balanced blend of heritage and taste.

101 km

A characterful journey through a landscape shaped by history.

Mine craters, woodlands, and quiet memorial sites form the common thread of this route. Along the way, you encounter vineyards, abbey traditions, and charming cafés that reflect the region’s rich heritage.

Peaceful roads and open panoramas create a steady, enjoyable rhythm throughout the day.

Highlights:
• Pool of Peace – Kruisstraat mine craters
• De Walletjes
• Local vineyards in Heuvelland

Riding with a story — best enjoyed with an aperitif along the way.

111 km

From powerful WWI sites to artisan flavours and experiences.

You pass Hill 60, Polygon Wood and Tyne Cot Cemetery. Ypres is the heart of the route—perfect for a break on the Market Square.

After that, the focus shifts to enjoying local craftsmanship, with a cheese dairy, vineyards and abbey traditions along the way. Quiet roads and beautiful landscapes set the pace of the day.

Highlights:
• Hill 60
• Ypres
• Fintele
• Sint-Sixtus Abbey
• Entre-Deux-Monts Winery

History and enjoyment in balance.

118 km

Winding roads between fields and sweeping views.

Along the way you pass quiet WWI sites such as the Pool of Peace, as well as pleasant stops like Vive La Vache and Het Boswieltje. The route then leads you toward the Peace Mill of Houthulst, where a panoramic view invites you to pause for a moment.

You can also enjoy the surroundings at the Woumen reservoir and in Fintele. Sint-Bernardus Brewery and Bar Bernard add a flavourful touch to the ride.

Highlights:
• Pool of Peace
• Vive La Vache
• Peace Mill of Houthulst
• Sint-Bernardus Brewery

A panoramic day full of gentle elevation.