{"id":2587,"date":"2025-11-28T10:03:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T10:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/?p=2587"},"modified":"2025-12-15T09:23:19","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T09:23:19","slug":"sustainable-travel-oudenaarde","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/en\/blog\/sustainable-travel-oudenaarde","title":{"rendered":"Oudenaarde by Train: Sustainable Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"2587\" class=\"elementor elementor-2587\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0b8cc8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f0b8cc8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-853b1ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"853b1ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Travelling to Oudenaarde by train is one of the simplest and most sustainable ways to reach this charming Belgian town. Nestled in the Flemish Ardennes, Oudenaarde offers history, nature, and a relaxed pace that invites you to slow down. When you stay at the Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde, the train station is only a short walk away, making it easy to explore without relying on a car.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e70d3f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e70d3f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f1c93d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1f1c93d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why Travel to Oudenaarde by Train<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b62941e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b62941e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Taking the train is not only better for the environment but also far more relaxing than driving. You avoid traffic, parking stress, and fuel costs, while cutting your carbon footprint at the same time. From major Belgian cities, connections to Oudenaarde are frequent and straightforward.<\/p><p>Approximate journey times:<\/p><ul><li>From Brussels: around 1 hour via Gent-Sint-Pieters<\/li><li>From Ghent: about 25 minutes direct<\/li><li>From Antwerp: roughly 1 hour 40 minutes<\/li><li>From Bruges: around 1 hour 30 minutes via Ghent<\/li><\/ul><p>Once you arrive, the Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde is within easy walking distance of the station, making it a perfect base for train travellers who want convenience and comfort.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9181ff e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d9181ff\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fac860e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"fac860e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Stay Close to Everything at Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-554acae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"554acae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Located beside the Scheldt River and near the market square, the Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde blends comfort with sustainability. The hotel\u2019s modern design, locally sourced breakfast, and relaxed atmosphere set the tone for a mindful trip.<\/p><p>Check in, drop your bags, and unwind before exploring. You can walk to most attractions, including the Town Hall, Church of Our Lady of Pamele, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oudenaarde.be\/en\/mou\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museum MOU<\/a>, all within minutes of the hotel. For day trips, the nearby train connections give you access to other Flemish cities without the hassle of driving.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ce7361 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1ce7361\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8068147 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8068147\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Explore Oudenaarde at a Slower Pace<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a5eb96 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a5eb96\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Once settled, discover Oudenaarde\u2019s charm on foot or by bike. The town is compact and ideal for relaxed exploration.<\/p><p>Highlights include:<\/p><ul><li>Town Hall and Belfry: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its Gothic architecture.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oudenaarde.be\/en\/mou\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MOU Museum<\/a>: Learn about the town\u2019s past, its tapestry heritage, and its role in cycling culture.<\/li><li>Scheldt Riverside Walk: A peaceful route perfect for a morning stroll or evening reflection.<\/li><li>Local Markets: Pick up artisan cheese, chocolates, or beer from local producers.<\/li><\/ul><p>Cycling enthusiasts can rent bikes from the town centre and follow routes used during the Tour of Flanders, one of Belgium\u2019s most famous races.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-226a579 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"226a579\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-502ad96 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"502ad96\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Sustainable Day Trips by Train<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-030238e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"030238e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you want to see more of the region, the train gives you easy access to nearby towns and cities.<\/p><p>Popular trips include:<\/p><ul><li>Ghent \u2013 a short ride away, with canals, museums, and lively food spots.<\/li><li>Bruges \u2013 perfect for a full-day visit with its medieval streets and waterways.<\/li><li>Kortrijk \u2013 known for its modern design and art galleries.<\/li><\/ul><p>These routes make it simple to explore Flanders without adding emissions or stress.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9555a61 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"9555a61\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ad1cf54 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ad1cf54\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Dining and Relaxation in Oudenaarde<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc8d438 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fc8d438\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>After a day of sightseeing, return to Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde for a relaxed evening. The hotel\u2019s lounge bar serves drinks and light bites in a calm setting. You can also step outside to discover local restaurants nearby.<\/p><p>Recommended spots include:<\/p><ul><li>Brasserie Den Onze for Belgian classics<\/li><li>De Zalm for fine dining in a historic building<\/li><li>La Pomme d\u2019Or for simple dishes in a cosy atmosphere<\/li><\/ul><p>All are within walking distance, meaning you can enjoy your meal and stroll back under the town\u2019s quiet evening lights.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2be1306 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2be1306\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;jet_parallax_layout_list&quot;:[]}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a5b9a0d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"a5b9a0d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Thoughtful Way to Travel<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-da2406a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"da2406a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Choosing to travel to Oudenaarde by train fits perfectly with the town\u2019s rhythm. It allows you to move slowly, appreciate your surroundings, and travel sustainably. Whether you are visiting for a weekend or a longer stay, the Leopold Hotel Oudenaarde offers a central, comfortable base to rest between your adventures.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.leopoldhoteloudenaarde.com\/bookings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book<\/a> your stay directly on the hotel\u2019s website and start planning your relaxed, sustainable break in Oudenaarde.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travelling to Oudenaarde by train is one of the simplest and most sustainable ways to reach this charming Belgian town. Nestled in the Flemish Ardennes, Oudenaarde offers history, nature, and a relaxed pace that invites you to slow down. 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