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14 completely crazy things to do on the other side of the Belgian border

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1 - Relax in... a beer bath!

Good Beer Spa is the unique and totally original spa in Brussels. Here, we guarantee you an extraordinary experience. The concept is pretty simple: take baths in beer. And what about the jacuzzis? They are mainly wooden jacuzzis, of Japanese origin, ideally for 2 people. The indoor temperature will be 37 degrees. The tubs are equipped with air jets, adding extra relaxation. And the best part? Each jacuzzi is equipped with a faucet/tap for you to enjoy unlimited beer brewed on site: the Baptist! 

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2 - Try a restaurant completely immersed in darkness

Dans le Noir? Brussels is a restaurant that, as its name suggests, offers you the opportunity to dine in complete darkness! Customers enjoy a 100% surprise menu in total darkness. The service and guidance throughout the experience is managed by a team of visually impaired guides. One thing is certain: you can be sure to have a moment rich in sharing and reflections, especially regarding the perception of taste.

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3 - Join a 100% BD street-art tour

In Brussels, there is a 3-hour organized tour to show you street-art pieces that honor comic books. Explore the city and feast your eyes on your favorite characters in new situations. Tintin, Asterix, Lucky Luke... They will all be there!

4 - Relax in traditional Japanese baths in Brussels

Step through the doors of Atsukan and let yourself be enveloped by a feeling of total well-being. Here, a Japanese spa awaits you. You can relax in traditional Japanese baths called "sentô." The temperature of the baths? Around 42°! There is also a Japanese sauna, of course, as well as a Japanese bar to have a drink after relaxing. You can discover a selection of traditional Asian beverages there.

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5 - Sleep in a scary tower dating back to 1845 in Soignies

We suggest you try an unusual night in a huge tower dating back to 1845... Head to the castle of Thieusies in Soignies, Belgium. Here, in the middle of its park, a tower erected in 1845 that was meant to impress other noble families at the time has been transformed into an Airbnb! A piece of advice: if you're afraid of ghosts, look away!

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6 - Try the world's first underwater restaurant in Brussels

Deep Dinner is a unique and gastronomic experience. Bonus points if you feel right at home like a fish in water! As mentioned, Deep Dinner invites you to take a deep dive to discover the world's first underwater restaurant! At a depth of 5m, you are invited to enjoy your meal in a 4m cubic airtight sphere with constantly renewed air. On the menu: champagne, foie gras, lobster or seafood... All the finest and most expensive dishes will be served to make the moment even more exceptional.

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7 - Make your own Belgian chocolates in Bruges

In Bruges, take part in a workshop to cook delicious chocolates yourself with the advice of pros! During this workshop of over 2 hours, you will become a budding chocolatier (to play Willy Wonka) and make your own Belgian chocolates. You will master the tricks to make delicious pralines and mendicants!

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8 - Sing your heart out at Europe's largest karaoke in Antwerp

JOYT Antwerpen is the largest karaoke in Europe. Here, you'll find no less than 22 karaoke booths in a complex of over 1300 m2 to have a blast. Each booth can accommodate between 2 and 20 people and are ultra modern, equipped with professional microphones, 1 iPad for selecting your songs.Music, 1-second iPad to order drinks at the bar, two giant 4K screens, a crazy sound system, an interactive light show... Add to that a bar for sipping cocktails, dart boards, a restaurant, and most importantly a club to dance all night!

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9 - Try out the very first giant Mario Kart circuit in the world in Mouscron

With BattleKart, you're not playing Mario Kart... You are truly in the video game! This life-size circuit is the very first of its kind (since then copied many times in various cities). "BattleKart is the quintessence of video games, augmented reality, and electric karting, all combined to provide you with unprecedented sensations! Imagine a track where we project different circuits and game modes, and where you truly race full throttle aboard an electric kart, while interacting with the scenery, the power-ups, and the other players."

10 - Experience the world's largest spa on 12,000m2

Waer Waters is more than just a traditional spa like you can find almost everywhere. This one spans over a whopping 12,000 m2! This wellness center consists of hotel rooms, 20 pools, various hammams, 15 saunas and jacuzzis, as well as baths at different temperatures sometimes indoors, sometimes outdoors. Whether with or without a swimsuit (Waer Waters is divided into clothed or naturist areas), enjoy the different facilities, massages, treatments... Add to that a 4-star hotel and also bars and no less than 3 restaurants... Perfect for a dreamy stay!

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11 - Get airborne with the largest zipline in Belgium in Tournai

Ecopark de Tournai has the largest zipline in Belgium, around 330 meters long, and all above a lake. The site is absolutely stunning and perfect for activities during nice weather. It surrounds the lake where the zipline is the star. The best part? It's a double zipline. So one way... And straight back! That's almost 650 meters in the air! Just so you know: scaredy-cats might want to skip this one.

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12 - Sleep in a 5-star room worthy of a Tintin museum

The fame of Tintin, the iconic character created by Hergé in 1929, has far exceeded borders. So much so that in Brussels.The Hotel Amigo has initiated a special partnership with Moulinsart, the company that manages the work of Hergé and the Hergé Museum. "It is indeed the only hotel to offer an experience in the company of Tintin and the colorful characters imagined by the famous author such as Captain Haddock, Thomson and Thompson or the incredible Bianca Castafiore." This is the Signature Suite "Tintin". The references to Tintin, created specifically for the Hotel Amigo by Moulinsart, make the decor unique and elegant.

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13 - Sleep in the world's smallest Airbnb in Liège

Here's the Airbnb you absolutely have to book for a unique and unforgettable stay. It's a beautiful dovecote that has something incredibly magical about it. Located in Liège, near the botanical garden, this accommodation is the smallest in the world. Designed like a tiny house, the dovecote has been furnished by architects to make the most of every square inch. So, what does this dovecote include? In total, just a ground floor and a 5m2 floor each. Despite its small size, there's a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, a toilet, a staircase, a bed, and a shower. And the cherry on top? A luggage elevator!

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