Belgium Flemish Genk

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Dating to at least the 10C, Genk has long been a town of natural beauty and culture, despite its history as an industrial center.

The biggest tourist attraction of Genk is Bokrijk, an open-air museum consisting of authentic relocated buildings (mainly dating from 17th till 19th century) from all over Flanders. Genk was established as one of the entrance "gateways" of the Hoge Kempen National Park, the first National Park in Flanders, at its opening in 2006. Also noteworthy are the old coalmines of Zwartberg, Waterschei and Winterslag, surrounded by slag heaps, huge black mountains of dug up soil and coal remnants. Some of the mine buildings and housing can be visited. It sports a nature reserve called "De Maten", the large recreational area Kattevennen (with the Europlaneterium), Bokrijk, and several other green areas.

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Genk, Belgium

2011_1101_Genk_18 by Peter Collins

Dating to at least the 10C, Genk has long been a town of natural beauty and culture, despite its history as an industrial center.
Historic Center, Genk

Genk Sunday market by Michael O'Donnabhain

Enjoy this atmospheric historic center, with delicious cafes, friendly locals, and beautiful vistas.
Open Air Museum Bokrijk, Genk

Farmhouses in Bokrijk open air museum. by Erik Schepers

Experience local life 100 years ago at this excellent open air museum, and learn all about the crafts and trades of the time.
C-Mine, Genk

C mine Genk belgium by Karen Baijens

This former coal factory now houses a remarkable gallery of contemporary art.
Cosmodrome, Genk

SpaceUP008.jpg by Simon Bierwald

Explore space through this incredible cosmodrome, where visitors become explorers of the stars and planets.

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