Oudenaarde, Belgium

Oudenaarde

A Flemish town with a lacy Gothic town hall, in the heart of cycling country.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Oudenaarde

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the Gothic town hall and the Tour of Flanders Centre.
  2. AfternoonCycle some of the famous cobbled hills like the Koppenberg.
  3. EveningRelax on the market square with a local beer.

Day 2

Visit Ghent, 30 minutes away, or cycle in the Flemish Ardennes.

What to eat

Oudenaards bruin, the local brown beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Oudenaarde

Beat the crowds

Calm most of the year. The Tour of Flanders cycling race in spring fills the town.

Best photo spot

The lacy Gothic town hall on the market square.

Getting there

Trains run from Ghent in about 30 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Flemish Ardennes and their cobbled climbs, famous among cyclists.

Good to know

The Tour of Flanders Centre has a museum about the race. Rent a bike and ride part of the route.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Oudenaarde

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Plan your visit

Getting to Oudenaarde

Getting there

  • Lille Airport (LIL)45 km away
  • Brussels Airport (BRU)60 km away
  • Ghent25 km away
  • Lille45 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryBelgium

Questions

Oudenaarde: good to know

Is Oudenaarde worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. A Flemish town with a lacy Gothic town hall, in the heart of cycling country.

How many days do you need in Oudenaarde?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Oudenaarde?

You can visit all year. Calm most of the year. The Tour of Flanders cycling race in spring fills the town.

How do you get to Oudenaarde?

The nearest airport is Lille Airport (LIL), about 45 km away. Trains run from Ghent in about 30 minutes.

What is there to see near Oudenaarde?

Nearby hidden places include Ghent (25 km), Lille (45 km) and Bruges (48 km).

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