Genk Things to Do

As we made our way to the Windmill, we came upon one of many costumed volunteers, the JESTER. I loved his costume as it was so colourful and the children and me of course, were drawn to him. When we entered the Park, we all received "Jester Cards". This was the first opportunity to use them, as the Jester had this box around his neck to play a game. He opens up the box, which has four compartents in it. You place one card in a compartment and then he closes it. You then spin the dial and if your card is the color you spin, He gives you one extra card besides your own card. The idea is to collect more cards as you go along. Of course, I lost my card!

It's a nice little walk where you can see different stones from different geological periods.
There is also a copy of a coalmine workplace.

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Many beautiful sites to visit in Genk. The city is worth to visit and you can spend some days to visit.

In the nature reserve park Kattevenia you'll find the planetarium.
Operated by volunteers the have a huge scoop to look at the sky.
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One of the lovelier spots in the Kempen area was the GROENTETUIN or "Green Garden". In this photo, Johan relaxes among the beautiful flowers, bushes and greenery.

The second of two Windmills is found in Kempen. This WINDMILL is called "Standermolen Mol-Millegam".

This photo shows the lovely furniture and fireplace in this home of a Well-to-do family.