Best Provincial Domains Near Brussels
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Brussels is a great place to explore, especially when you have a family. A wide array of provincial domains nearby offers something for everyone – from cafes and the best playgrounds to outdoor activities and farm animals.
A provincial domain is an oasis for families! Whether you’re looking for a fun day out with younger kids, a place to relax with friends, or a place to explore with the whole family, there’s something for everyone.
With plenty of activities to keep the kids entertained, these parks are sure to provide a fun experience for the whole family.
Read on for the best provincial domains within half an hour from Brussels and practical tips on how to visit to make the most out of it.
What Is a Provincial Domain?
A provincial domain (domaine provincial in French or provinciedomein in Dutch) is a leisure park in Belgium that is managed at the province level. There are fun family activities at each provincial domain, from adventurous playgrounds and mini cars to farm animals and water playgrounds.
The Best Provincial Domains near Brussels
The best provincial domains near Brussels are Huizingen, Hofstade, De Schorre, Bois des Rêves, Kessel-Lo, De Nekker and Château d’Hélécine. While they are all worth a visit, they are also different from each other.
Read on for more details!
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Huizingen
Provincial Domain Huizingen is one of the most beloved ones and closest to Brussels. Playgrounds, mini cars, trampolines, farm animals, forest and a rock garden, even a little train to take you around the domain: it has everything!
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Hofstade
Provincial Domain Hofstade is one of the most popular provincial domains and for good reasons; there is a lake for swimming with a playground on its beach and a café, also many playgrounds for all ages and a café next to them as well. All these just 20 minutes away from Brussels!
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De Schorre
Go troll hunting in the forest! Thomas Dambo, based in Denmark, makes these trolls out of recycled materials. Searching for them is tons of fun! There is also a playground, a café/restaurant right next to it, a barefoot path and more.
Read more: De Schorre
Bois des Rêves
Bois des Rêves means forest of dreams in French – and it is exactly that for kids! It offers a great playground for all ages, a forest and a café by the lake. At just half an hour away from Brussels, it is one of the best provincial domains nearby.
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Kessel-Lo
Provincial Domain Kessel-Lo offers playgrounds for all ages, a few farm animals, a traffic park, a heated swimming pool in the summer and a great water playground.
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De Nekker
Provincial Domain De Nekker offers a lake where you can swim and an extensive water playground. Additionally, there are playgrounds for all ages, an indoor pool, an indoor playground and more.
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Château d’Hélécine
Playgrounds, jumping castles, a lake, animals, restaurants, puppet show – Château d’Hélécine is a great place to spend time with your family!
Read more: Château d’Hélécine
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