At two sites in Heuvelland you can find rest areas with land art and other natural play elements.
Ideal for a break during your exploration of our region.
These 3 spherical structures provide hikers and cyclists with a special, relaxing experience in a playful and friendly atmosphere. Due to their location near 'Klein Zwitserland', they offer breathtaking views of the Scherpenberg and the Kemmelberg. All three are inspired by the cocoon and refer to a moment in the life of a butterfly. At these land art structures, there is a long picnic table and a reclining bench so you can enjoy the peace and undoubtedly the view. To explore along the Heuvelland walking network.
Location: Scherpenbergweg 2, 8958 Loker
More information: https://www.toerismeheuvelland.be/nl/belevingsplek-de-cocons
This land art was realised in cooperation with Westtoer and Interreg-project Ruralité.
This is an artwork by artist collective with Natural Living, Fer-Unique and Philou-art of shaping wood. This artwork is placed is part "invisible landscape", a landscapes project.
24 works of art spread across the Westhoek bring lost traces of the First World War back to life. Places where a good 100 years ago fallen soldiers were buried, where wounded were cared for or where tram tracks ran to supply the soldiers. During 1 of the 6 cycle tours, discover the landscape art that makes the story of the invisible landscape visible again.
Location: Vierstraat 31, 8953 Wijtschate
More information: https://www.toerismeheuvelland.be/nl/courbes-des-emotions
This land art was realised in collaboration with Regionaal Landschap Westhoek.
