Hasselt Travel Guide

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Pro

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 Shopping, Japanese Garden, Jenever museum, free transportation 


Con

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 Non 


In a nutshell

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 Great small town, 

 

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Things to Do  

Wall Art

Wall Art, Hasselt

 Martin_S. Says:  Some people could call this graffitti, but I would call it "Wall Art", it may not be a fancy art form, but it does add color and interest to what could be bleak cityscape wall. Here in Hasselt there were many examples of fine wall art. 

Impressions of a great fall season

Impressions of a great fall season, Hasselt

 chanzey Says:  Walking around city centre shopping area. No cars allowed, plenty to see and do. Especially Demerstraat and Koning Albertstraat are well-known, the latter has just been repaved which is a blessing of you're wearing heels. Or are clumsy. 

Too hot for ya? Have a swim!

Too hot for ya? Have a swim!, Hasselt

 chanzey Says:  Kapermolen Zwembad (Public Swimming Pool), Elfde Liniestraat, 5 mins walk from city centreThe best place to go when you've done your sightseeing bit in the city centre and are moving towards the Japanese Garden, which is the biggest and prettiest of Western Europe. You can... 

Water Boy

Water Boy, Hasselt

 gkitzmil Says:  Right on the main shopping street in Hasselt you'll find this cute little statue. Brussels has their statues -- little boy and girl peeing - and this has a cute story of the people being thankful for having good water. He is named for the River Demer as the Demer Manneke. 

Hotels  

Holiday Inn Hasselt

 3 Reviews and 93 Opinions  I stayed one night at Holiday Inn Hasselt in April 2008. The room (normal) was 130 Euros. I got an... 

Restaurants  

Dai Cugini: “Affordable Italian Charm”

Dai Cugini: “Affordable Italian Charm”, Hasselt

 Belgaloca Says:  This restaurant is an institute in Hasselt.The menu always has several Italian specialties listed. Also you will find some classical dishes (goose liver, scallops, lobster, ...) all year round, but seasonally prepared. The food and wines are very good at a reasonable price.... 

Pattos: Fresh and tasty

Pattos: Fresh and tasty, Hasselt

 steedappeal Says:  This is a health food oriented restaurant. Sincere cusisine served in a modern ambiance, presided over by a very hands-on chef. Perfect for lunch. One of their house specialties. I had the Aardappel with Russian salad. About $20.00 with 25 cl of wine. 

???: Toet Friet (Pomme Fritte)

???: Toet Friet (Pomme Fritte), Hasselt

 Martin_S. Says:  These shops of the local fast food, serving Toet Friet (Fried Potatoes, or Pomme Frites in Holland) are a great way to break your fast from your last meal...you see people eating them on the street all the time, like Ice-Cream in the US or Fallafel here in Israel. But you... 

Cafe Het Hemelrijk: Wonderful Beer selection

Cafe Het Hemelrijk: Wonderful Beer selection, Hasselt

 gkitzmil Says:  This is a very nice cafe where you could enjoy coffee or a meal. But they have an outstanding selection of Belgian beers! When I say 'outstanding" I mean you can easily find hundreds of great Belgian beers in a large book and order them. Not just the best selection in... 

Karakol: Indeed, fresh seafood galore

Karakol: Indeed, fresh seafood galore, Hasselt

 chanzey Says:  The two hosts provide you with a pleasant dining experience, with the option of sitting outside and enjoying the hustle and bustle of the Zuivelmarkt square. This area is well-known for going out for a meal, cocktails or just a nice drink and chat. Be sure to check it... 

VANGROOTLOON BAKKERIJ: For those with the Sweet Tooth!

VANGROOTLOON BAKKERIJ: For those with the Sweet Tooth!, Hasselt

 cheapskate Says:  One quarter of a pie ranges from 1euro to 2.50euros, depending on what you choose.Most had the strawberry pie.I had the pear pie. Very nice crust and crispy top coz of the sugar sprinkles... yum yum.. 

Nightlife  

Mosquito Cocktail Bar: Sipping on a drink

Mosquito Cocktail Bar: Sipping on a drink, Hasselt

 chanzey Says:  God, isn't this just my kinda place. Cocktails are shaken or stirred fresh, right before your eyes. Also the decor is the best: seventies style interior design, but mixed up with a good dose of naughties bright funkadelic. Whatever you like, depending on the fact that you... 

Versuz Night Club: Dance the night away

Versuz Night Club: Dance the night away, Hasselt

 muzikman69 Says:  Great club. I only made it out on student night, which i believe was on thursday nights. Very cool sound, lights, and center dance floor which revolves around. Check in advance for dresscode, I do not believe there is one for student night, but the other nights might have... 

Transportation  

Getting to Hasselt

Getting to Hasselt, Hasselt

 gkitzmil Says:  I enjoy travel by bus. Since we lived in nearby Maastricht, NL, we used the bus going to Belgium several times. The bus service called de Lijn is very convenient. Here is a picture of the one going to Hasselt. 

Free ride

Free ride, Hasselt

 yashiko Says:  We love our mayor here in Hasselt . And the reason for that is that he made all the busses in and around the city free. No pay. Free ride for everyone. You can get a brochure for all the timetables and routes off the busses at the busstation. 

Shopping  

Oil & Vinegar: Oil & Vinegar

Oil & Vinegar: Oil & Vinegar, Hasselt

 yashiko Says:  This brand new shop is wonderfull. A small store full off olive oils, vinagers, pastas, pesto's, stuffed peppers,... Ingredients for a marvelous dish. They have it all. A good place to find a perfect gift for someone who likes tasty things. You can choose from almost 30... 

Shopping in Hasselt

Shopping in Hasselt, Hasselt

 Helga67 Says:  The shops are known for their tasteful decor, lighting, shop windows and above all the quality of the goods on offer.The stores are usually open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday. There is no late night opening. Stores are closed on Sundays and holidays. According... 

Local Customs  

Jesus ??

Jesus ??, Hasselt

 Martin_S. Says:  Okay you tell me, is this an actor portraying Jesus or what...we saw this guy all dressed up with no camera crew, so it was not a film, with no photographers, so it was not a fashion show or photo shoot, no other "characters", so it was not a cult gathering.....and even... 

Comic art

Comic art, Hasselt

 Helga67 Says:  If you have been to Brussels, you have surely seen a lot of nice cartoons painted on walls of houses. Belgium is the land of several comic strips, among which Tintin is the most famous one. Lately, I have noticed that the city of Hasselt has also started to paint their open... 

Favorites  

The Virga Jesse church

The Virga Jesse church, Hasselt

 MATIM Says:  The Virga Jesse church. Virga Jesse is honoured because of the many miracles she did.This basilica is the third building. The first collapsed in 1727 and the second was destroyed during WWII.You can find this church at the Kapelstreet 

Borrel manneke (dram manikin)

Borrel manneke (dram manikin), Hasselt

 MATIM Says:  This fountain symbolizes the economical cycle of the gin industry. The pulp of the distilled grain was given to the pigs and cows. The animal's manure was used to better the grain fields. Better ground, more grain, more raw materials for the gin industry and more food for... 

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