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OFFER 2016
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CONTENTS
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TOP 5 OF BOOKED ACTIVITIES
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C-MINE & SURROUNDINGS
C-mine expedition guided tour
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Beringen Mine Museum
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Exploratory tour of the Energy Building 16
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Thematic bus tours in Genk
C-mine Crib
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Studio Pieter Stockmans
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A’petit culinary walk
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C-mine cultural centre
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In the wake of Jefke Tuf – Winterslag company town walk
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HOGE KEMPEN NATIONAL PARK – KATTEVENNEN AND COSMODROME
Cosmodrome
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Ranger activities 31
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CITY CENTRE
Emile Van Doren Museum
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‘Gems of Genk’ Belle Époque walk
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Design and architecture walk (incl. CosmOpolitan Gallery)
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‘Then… and at the Mo(nu)ment’ city walk
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City Games
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City Golf
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Heempark Nature and Environment Centre 39
Fenrir Viking ship 40
Workshops run by the Creosa Aroma Institute
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WATERSCHEI AND SURROUNDINGS
Waterschei Mine Depot
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Waterschei spoil tip walk
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Women in the shadow of the mine – Waterschei company town walk46
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Ukrainian catholic church
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Zwartberg garden city walk (as from April 2016)
Zwartberg mine cathedral - The church with 7000 sparkling crystals
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GoalMine and Stadium Tour
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Karting Genk
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Turkish mosque in Sledderlo
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BOKRIJK
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CUSTOMISED PROGRAMME
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
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FOREWORD
Dear visitor,
A creative, innovative, dynamic city. That’s Genk. A city that puts all the cards on the table, but also features
hidden gems. A tourist draw with a very unique character.
Our city guides will tell you all about it. And they definitely have much to tell. They are ready to give you a warm
welcome at the different hot spots in the city.
C-mine, our pride, is the beating heart of all things creative in Genk. A landmark that attracts tourists looking for
something new. The mine shafts are no longer a symbol of the past, quite to the contrary: they point the way
to the future.
A diverse mix of cultures has resulted in a unique couleur locale. For a real culinary treat, try Vennestraat: here
you have the feeling you are in the south of Europe. Or take off your shoes and enter a huge Turkish mosque.
Hopefully you will be as convinced as we are after browsing through this brochure. If you are, feel free to build
your own trip. This brochure will help you with a wealth of inspiration.
Welcome, and start to Genk!
Lotte Trippaers
Alderman for Tourism
Wim Dries
Mayor
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TOP
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BOOKED
ACTIVITIES
1. C-MINE EXPEDITION
Mining heritage version 2.0
Delve into the history of mining for a fascinating and exciting journey from
the dark depths in the underground mining galleries to the high headframe. C-mine expedition shows you life in the past through a miner’s eyes,
but in version 2.0. > See p. 15
2. EXPLORATORY TOUR OF
THE ENERGY BUILDING
The beating heart of past and present
The Energy Building used to be the
beating heart of the Winterslag mine.
Today the building is brought back to
life as a unique, authentic and amazing meeting point with a fascinating
past. A city guide takes you through the
renovated Energy Building, where past
mingles with present, where local and
international talent are flourishing and
where the special mining heritage is exhibited in the best possible setting.
> See p. 16
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3. TURKISH MOSQUE IN SLEDDERLO
Over 1 200 square metres of Turkish culture
in Genk
Immerse yourself in another culture with a visit to
the Turkish mosque in Sledderlo. The mosque is
named after Turkish poet and philosopher Yunus
Emre and accommodates approximately one
thousand worshippers.
> See p. 52
5. THEMATIC
BUS TOURS IN
GENK
Genk from different
perspectives
If you want to visit Genk in an
extensive and comfortable
manner, you can rent a bus
for one of the guided thematic tours of this diverse city.
> See p. 17
4. COSMODROME
A travel through space
The Cosmodrome is the place to be for a breathtaking voyage of discovery along
the stars, planets and other mysterious phenomena.
> See p. 26
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Number of participants
Prices
Local guide or city guide. The cost of a local guide is included in the unit price.
City guide rate:
Dutch-speaking tour guide: € 30 per hour (minimum rate: € 60)
Tour guide speaking another language: € 32.50 per hour (minimum rate: € 65)
Duration of the activity
Limit of free admissions per group
Full / limited / no wheelchair access
Additional information
The prices in this brochure are valid for activities taking place between 1 January 2016 and 31 December 2016.
Possible price changes will be communicated clearly by Visit Genk upon reservation.
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C-MINE
AND SURROUNDINGS
ELEGANT AND STYLISH HERITAGE
AND BREEDING GROUND FOR
CREATIVE TALENT
If you visit Genk, C-mine is an absolute must.
This used to be a bustling mining site but is nowadays a breeding ground for entrepreneurs, artists,
students and culture lovers. The industrial past of the
former Winterslag mining site is a source of inspiration for innovative and creative economy, art and
design.
If you would like to experience Genk’s mining history in person, we recommend the C-mine expedition.
The Energy Building, the site’s beating heart in the
past and the present, demonstrates how heritage
and contemporary creativity fit together perfectly.
In the vicinity of C-mine you can have a taste of the
different cultures that have found their way to Genk
thanks to its mining history.
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C-MINE EXPEDITION GUIDED TOUR
C-mine expedition shows you life in the past through a miner’s eyes, but in version 2.0. Descend into the darkness of the mine for a fascinating and exciting journey through the mining history. The absolute highlight of the journey is the climb to the top of the 60-metre high
headframe! A tough climb, but well worth it: you will be rewarded with a wide view of the square, the site and beautiful Limburg.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
minimum 10 - maximum 80 people
- Customised guided tours possible for groups of at least 80 people.
€ 4.50
- Children under the age of 12 need to be accompanied by a supervising adult
€ 3.50 (6 – 18 year olds)
€ 1 (Genk students)
€ 65 - maximum 15 people per guide
Free access for teachers (in the capacity of supervising
The minimum price for such a visit is € 225 (up to 50 people).
adults) upon presentation of a valid teacher’s card.
The price for groups exceeding 50 people is € 4.50 euro per person. 1.5 hours
limited access (max. 2 per group)
when accessing the platform on the headframe.
- It is also possible to visit C-mine expedition outside opening hours
(except on Mondays!).
C-mine expedition opening hours:
Summer* (start of the Easter holidays up to autumn half-term)
Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Christmas holidays and spring half-term*
Winter* (first day after the autumn half-term to the start of the
Tuesday to Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Easter holidays)
Wednesday from 1 pm to 5 pm
* open on public holidays except 25 December and 1 January. If the holiday Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
falls on a Monday, C-mine expedition is open from 1 pm to 5 pm.
BERINGEN MINE MUSEUM
Combine your visit with a trip to the Beringen Mine Museum. A contemporary exhibition tells you more about
the history of the Limburg coal mines and allows you to
experience what life was like in and around the mine.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
[email protected]
www.mijnmuseum.be
T +32 (0)11 42 15 52
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EXPLORATORY TOUR OF THE ENERGY BUILDING
The Energy Building used to be the beating heart of the Winterslag mine. Today the building is brought back to life as a unique,
authentic and amazing meeting point. It is the breeding ground of local and international talent. A city guide shows you every corner
of the impressively restored Energy Building. You will see how the dazzling present links up perfectly with the fascinating past.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 175 people
€ 65 - maximum 25 people per guide
1.5 hours
full access
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THEMATIC BUS TOURS IN GENK
If you want to visit the city in an extensive and comfortable manner, you can rent a bus for one of the guided thematic tours. Explore
the diversity of the city of Genk with the ‘All of Genk ’ tour; discover impressive architectural heritage and progressive contemporary
buildings with the ‘Architectural Genk’ thematic tour. Or immerse yourself in religions and world cultures with the ‘Spiritual Genk’ tour
or find out the impact of the mining industry on Genk culture in the ‘Genk Coal Route ’ tour.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 – maximum 1 guide per bus 2 hours
full access
- PLEASE NOTE: you have to arrange transport yourself.
- Make your choice from the following themes:
- All of Genk
- Architectural Genk
- Spiritual Genk
- Genk Coal Route
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C-MINE CRIB
C-mine crib is an incubator for creative start-up companies. The 30 companies include film, animation and game studios as well
as product designers and companies developing the latest IT applications. They receive specialised guidance and accommodation
during the start-up and the first years of operation of their business. The site is also home to several research groups and organisations supporting entrepreneurship. A guide will show you around the site and take you to some of the companies who help build
the future of Genk from this location.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 15 people
€ 2 per person
€ 65
1.5 hours
full access
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IN THE WAKE OF JEFKE TUF
WINTERSLAG COMPANY TOWN WALK
Architect Adrien Blomme, known for the Wielemans-Ceuppens Brewery (currently Wiels arts centre) in Vorst and Cinéma Métropole
in Brussels, drew the plans for the Winterslag garden city in 1912. The garden city served as the physical and social network around
the mine. Sister Marie-Josephe was part of this social fabric: she tended the sick, took care of the weak and listened to everyone’s
problems. The Solex she used to drive from patient to patient earned her the nickname ‘Jefke Tuf’. You can visit the garden city in her
wake.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 - maximum 25 people per guide
2 hours
full access
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STUDIO PIETER STOCKMANS
How does the china of a Genk designer/ceramicist end up on the tables of several starred restaurants in Europe and beyond? How
do you create such a recognisable colour that it is given your name: “Stockmans Blue”? You will find out in the former metal warehouse
at C-mine where Pieter Stockmans has established his studio.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 50 people
€ 140 (up to 20 people) +
€ 4 per person (from the 21st person)
local guide
1.5 hour
full access
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MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.pietstockmans.com
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 38 23 62
A’PETIT CULINARY WALK
Aperitif, main course and dessert are all served at different locations along the walk. The menu is furthermore seasoned with fascinating
stories and anecdotes about life in and around the mine. You will learn more about life in the company town while simultaneously
enjoying its authenticity and multicultural flavours.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
minimum 10 - maximum 25 people
The price includes:
from € 45 per person
- the guide
3.5 hours
- aperitif and hors d’oeuvres
limited access
- main course, including a drink
- coffee and dessert
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.vizit.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 233 76 89
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C-MINE CULTURAL CENTRE
C-mine cultural centre has a wide offer of plays, concerts, dance performances, courses, lectures and exhibitions, both during the day
and at night. You can participate in these activities as a group; a group discount is available.
The full offer can be found at www.c-minecultuurcentrum.be
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HOGE KEMPEN
KATTEVENNEN AND COSMODROME
DISCOVER THE UNIVERSE: FROM THE GREENEST
STALK OF GRASS TO THE MOST REMOTE STARDUST
Fancy a fun day out in nature? Kattevennen, one of the six entrances, is part
of the Hoge Kempen National Park in Limburg, a 57 sq km nature reserve
where you can walk, cycle and relax with your family to your heart’s content.
So no lack of green here.
In the centre of Kattevennen is the Cosmodrome. The building with its
remarkable dome enables you to explore the universe from an easy chair in
the 360-degree cinema, to look through the telescope at the stars for hours
on end or to search for extra-terrestrial life.
In Kattevennen you can discover both nature and the universe!
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COSMODROME
The Cosmodrome is the place to be for a breathtaking voyage of discovery along the stars, planets and other mysterious phenomena.
The Cosmodrome has a wide offer of activities for groups, families and individual visitors.
A full overview of all activities can be found at www.kattevennen.be
A limited selection is presented below.
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MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.kattevennen.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 65 55 55
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THE LIFE OF TREES
DOLORES AND MIKE’S ADVENTURE
‘The Life of Trees’ is the brand-new Cosmodrome show in which Dolores, an articulate ladybug, and Mike, a wilful firefly, take you on
an adventure to the wonderful world of the trees. During their trip they (and you) will find answers to questions such as: how do plants
get their food from the sun? How do trees grow? How does water get from the roots to the top of the tree? And how does all this make
life on earth possible? Very interesting and also a very beautiful film. Furthermore, the film is linked to a fun exhibition.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 3.50 per person (schools, astronomy groups or disability associations)
The show aims at pre-schoolers, first- to
€ 6 per person (youth group)
fourth-graders of primary school and
1.5 hours
youth groups.
Full access
Teachers/supervising adults/wheelchair users free of charge
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EARTH, MOON, SUN
Coyote may well be very cunning, but is nevertheless a bit confused about what he sees in the sky. Join this funny and mythical being
in finding out more about moon phases, eclipses and other aspects of the universe. Earth, Moon and Sun examines in this 360degree projection what mankind has learned and can still learn on the basis of space exploration. Weather permitting, you can visit
the observatory after the show under the guidance of an Astro Ranger.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 3.50 per person (schools, astronomy groups and disability associations)
€ 6.00 per person (youth groups)
1.5 hours
full access
teachers/supervising adults/wheelchair users free of charge
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DAWN OF THE SPACE AGE
Dawn of the Space Age is a tribute to the first space explorations. From the launch of the first satellite, the Sputnik, over the legendary
landings on the moon to permanent human habitation in space! You can relive these beautiful moments and will be captivated by
this historically accurate reconstruction of mankind’s first steps into space. In this thrilling 360-degree projection you will witness the
dedication, passion and perseverance required to achieve the seemingly impossible. Weather permitting, you can visit the observatory
after the show under the guidance of an Astro Ranger.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 3.50 per person (schools, astronomy groups and disability associations)
€ 6.00 per person (youth groups, adults)
1.5 hours
full access
teachers/supervising adults/wheelchair users free of charge
- Show aimed at families, schools and adults.
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WE ARE ALIENS
Earth… We connect increasingly quickly, our planet seems to be getting smaller and smaller, ... but how is the situation elsewhere?
Will we ever share our ideas and knowledge with a large galactic community? Or is Earth the only planet where there’s life? Look for
evidence of extraterrestrial life. Weather permitting, you can visit the observatory after the show under the guidance of an Astro Ranger.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 3.50 per person (schools, astronomy groups and disability associations)
€ 6.00 per person (youth groups)
1.5 hours
full access
teachers/supervising adults/wheelchair users free of charge
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HOGE KEMPEN NATIONAL PARK: RANGER ACTIVITIES
Hoge Kempen National Park offers nature lovers a whole range of activities. Under the guidance of the Rangers, you can discover the
National Park in a relaxed, sometimes active but always surprising manner. A stroll through heaths and woodlands, a relaxing bicycle
ride, … Everything is possible under the supervision of a Ranger.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.nationaalpark.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 65 56 65
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CITY CENTRE
THE CHARM OF THE TOWN CENTRE COMBINED
WITH A CONTEMPORARY URBAN CHARACTER
The present-day city centre of Genk is the place where it all began.
Landscape painters came together in the original village centre and
established the School of Genk. Today you can see their work in the
Emile Van Doren Museum. As in any village centre, the posh villas
of dignitaries were located next to labourer’s cottages, village shops
and village cafés.
Genk has in the meantime evolved into a city with an industrial past
and rich industrial heritage. In the city centre of Genk you can see
how the charms of the village and the city were combined into a
place where entrepreneurship and authenticity go hand in hand.
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EMILE VAN DOREN MUSEUM
Did you know there was a Genk school of landscape painters in the 19th century? A group of like-minded artists fascinated by the Genk
landscape with its mysterious swamps and sandy heathland. Emile Van Doren was one of them. His villa was converted into the Emile
Van Doren Museum, where you can discover part of his oeuvre as well as that of his contemporaries in his former painting studio. The
villa also houses authentic furniture and objects from that time.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 25 people
€ 65 – maximum 25 people per guide
1 hour
limited access
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- Closed on Mondays.
‘GEMS OF GENK’ BELLE ÉPOQUE WALK
Between 1840 and 1940, numerous landscape painters, including Emile Van Doren, moved to Genk to capture on canvas the special
landscape with its mysterious meres and sandy heathland. Members of the bourgeoisie, authors and scientists followed them to Genk
soon after. They have left behind wonderful villas, beautiful Belle Époque gems. Your visit starts in the Emile Van Doren Museum and
then takes you along various other Belle Époque villas. Like the landscape painters who retreated into nature for an entire day, you
can combine the walk with a picnic.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 25 people
- Not possible on Mondays.
€ 65
- Coffee and cake available in Grand Kaffee, Toermalien.
2 hours
limited access
Price: € 4 per person.
- Combine your walk with a delicious picnic.
Information and prices are available upon request or can be consulted at www.visitgenk.be
(possible as from April 2016)
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DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE WALK (INCL. COSMOPOLITAN GALLERY)
A guide shows you the ingenious architectural highlights, characteristic buildings and beautiful restoration projects in the centre of
Genk. The Botta Building, named after its architect Mario Botta and one of the architectural gems in the centre of Genk, is certainly on
the to-do list. In this building you also drop by the CosmOpolitan Gallery, where an exhibition by internationally renowned artist Koen
Vanmechelen guides you through his oeuvre and the evolution.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 25 people
€ 65
2 hours
full access
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‘THEN … AND AT THE MO(NU)MENT’ CITY WALK
Numerous memorial stones, works of art and monuments in the city centre of Genk tell fascinating stories from Genk’s recent and
distant past. For instance, you will find out how Genk evolved from a village to the city it is today.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 – maximum 25 people per guide 2 hours
full access
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CITY GAMES
CITY GOLF
Are you competitive? A team player? Not afraid of a bit of action? And always in for a game? Book one of the City Games
and discover Genk from a different perspective. In The Target
you are a gangster on the run. Freddy the Gnome lets you
explore the city in a playful manner. Customised formulas are
also possible.
City Golf combines a relaxing walk with a golf course that
extends across the city. You will discover nice places in Genk
and learn how to hit the ball. All participants first receive an
introduction to the game and, not unimportantly for more
powerful sportsmen, City Golf is played with a soft golf ball
which cannot cause damage.
As from 2016, most games will also be possible near C-mine
and in Waterschei.
As from 2016, you can also play the game in and around
C-mine.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.ichallenge.be
[email protected]
M +32 (0)478 07 66 79
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MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.city-golf.be
[email protected]
M +32 (0)498 39 56 94
HEEMPARK NATURE AND ENVIRONMENT CENTRE
Originally a small-scale model of Genk’s former agrarian landscape, the Heempark is nowadays a charming park in the centre of
Genk, where you can stroll past farmyard animals, by ponds or in meadows. You will learn everything about the usefulness of different
bee populations in the bee hall, you can bake your own bread in the traditional manner in a local type of oven and children can horse
around in the playground.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.heempark.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 65 46 15
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FENRIR VIKING SHIP
Built by youngsters of the Gigos youth welfare organisation in 2010, the Fenrir Viking Ship can be
rented for a fun day out with your association or group of friends. The Fenrir is 10 metres long and
accommodates up to 12 persons, including 10 rowers (at least 6 rowers are needed). If you rent the
boat, you are always accompanied by a Gigos representative. Please take into account it is very
difficult to sail the ship in the vicinity of Genk and that this activity usually takes place elsewhere. The
exact place of sailing will always be determined in mutual consent.
WORKSHOPS RUN BY THE CREOSA AROMA INSTITUTE
A handful of fragrant herbs, a dash of relaxing oil, a pinch of spices, ... At the Creosa Aroma Institute
you can give rein to your creativity and learn all there is to know about herbs and fragrances, the
use of oils, the history of perfume, ... Creosa organises wellness workshops with aromatherapy,
cooking workshops with herbs or healthy food tastings.
Children can participate in birthday workshops on fragrances or cooking.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.creosa.be
[email protected]
M +32 (0)475 31 23 92
MORE INFORMATION
AND RESERVATIONS:
www.fenrir.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 25 81 91
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WATERSCHEI
AND SURROUNDINGS
ABOUT OLD AND NEW ENERGY IN
A MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT
Genk used to have three collieries: Zwartberg, Winterslag and
Waterschei. The stately building of the André Dumont colliery in
Waterschei overlooks the surrounding area. This is where the
Mine Depot keeps the mining heritage alive with exceptional
stories and objects from the coal pit. The Thor Park, a technology
park focusing on energy innovation, is in full development in and
around the building.
Also situated nearby is the KRC Genk stadium, accommodating
up to 25 000 cheering football fans. And then there are the
impressive churches … In short, Waterschei is a part of Genk with
numerous different facets.
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WATERSCHEI MINE DEPOT
The former warehouse of the Waterschei colliery is nowadays home to the Mine Depot. This is where former miners keep the heritage
and the mining history alive with an exhibition and with tall, touching and beautiful stories they are eager to share with you.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
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maximum 50 people
Guided tours in other languages are
€ 5 per person – lump sum: € 60 (groups < 15 people)
only possible with a city guide.
€ 2 per person (schools and youth groups) – lump sum: € 40 (groups < 15 people)
Cost: € 65 per guide.
local guide
one free admission per 20 participants – schools: free admission for teachers
2 hours
full access
WATERSCHEI SPOIL TIP WALK
A spoil tip is a pile of accumulated rock removed during coal mining. As a result, spoil tips bear witness to Genk’s rich mining history.
Protected since 1999, the Waterschei spoil tip is a real landmark and offers a breathtaking view of the mining site and the football
stadium of KRC Genk. Put on sturdy walking shoes and start the tough climb, possibly with a guide. The view is really well worth it.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 – maximum 25 people per guide
- Appropriate footwear is recommended.
2 hours
- Dogs are to be kept on a leash.
full access
- Combine your walk with a delicious picnic.
Information and prices are available upon request or via www.visitgenk.be
(possible as from April 2016)
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WOMEN IN THE SHADOW OF THE MINE
WATERSCHEI COMPANY TOWN WALK
The Waterschei garden cities, inspired by the popular English garden city movement, were a special residential concept. The streets
are elegantly interwoven, which had a lot of practical advantages. When the men were in the mine, the women and children kept the
district alive. They had followed their husbands from a foreign country and brought numerous household habits, recipes and souvenirs
to Genk. This resulted in a cultural melting pot, which, together with the peculiar street plan, still gives the district a certain charm.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 – maximum 25 people per guide
2 hours
full access
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UKRAINIAN CATHOLIC CHURCH
The Ukrainian church community in Genk also seasons the city’s multicultural melting pot. The community had the former boarding
house in Waterschei converted into a church and parish centre as a commemorative monument and to honour the 1000th anniversary
of the Ukrainian catholic church. The church also has a lot in store for non-believers: a typical Byzantine dome, a beautiful wall of icons
with pictures of e.g. arch angels Gabriel and Michael, colourful stained glass windows, ... A guide explains the church in more detail.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
- The church also offers a number of
options to have a meal and/or refreshment.
maximum 60 people € 3 per person – lump sum: € 60 (groups < 20 people)
€ 1.5 per person (schools and youth groups) – lump sum: € 30 (groups < 20 people)
local guide
two free admissions
possible with a city guide.
1 hour
Cost: € 65 per guide.
full access
For more information: www.visitgenk.be
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ZWARTBERG GARDEN CITY WALK (From April 2016)
Until the early 20th century, Zwartberg only featured wild heathland, as described by Armand Preud’Homme in his song ‘In de Stille
Kempen’. Zwartberg subsequently experienced an explosive growth until the mine closed in 1966. This walk starts in the former house
of the mine manager, nowadays a charming B&B, and takes you on a tour of the relics of Zwartberg’s rapid growth. Industrial buildings have disappeared, but the districts, the school, the church and numerous other elements still bear witness to the bustle of the
past. In 2016, 50 years after the closure, stories and heritage from Zwartberg’s mining history are given additional attention.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
€ 65 – maximum 25 people per guide
2 hours
full access
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ZWARTBERG MINE CATHEDRAL, THE CHURCH WITH 7 000 SPARKLING CRYSTALS
Henry Lacoste, one of the leading architects in the Inter-War Period, designed two mine cathedrals in Limburg. This fact alone makes
it worthwhile to visit the one in Zwartberg. However, there’s more... The mine cathedrals, impressive brick buildings, bear witness to
the golden years of the mines. The crystal stained glass windows by Val-Saint-Lambert increase the Mine Cathedral’s appeal; they are
not ‘ordinary’ stained glass windows, but massive pieces of coloured crystal, which explains why the church is also called ‘the church
with 7 000 sparkling crystals’.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 50 people € 20 (admission)
€ 65
1 hour
full access
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STADIUM TOUR
A Stadium Tour in de Cristal Arena, home to KRC Genk, gives
you the opportunity to have a look behind the scenes of the
football club. This is followed by a visit to GoalMine in the
stadium’s catacombs.
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.goalmine.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 84 96 68
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GOALMINE
GoalMine is a fascinating exhibition on football as a social
phenomenon and as a game, complete with penalties and
injury time. Interviews, movies and interactive displays turn
everyone into a genuine football specialist.
KARTING GENK
Karting Genk is the largest outdoor karting circuit in Europe, featuring a 1.4 km circuit and a 550 m circuit. Are you a speed lover, a bit
of an adventurer, an experienced driver or do you have no driving experience at all? It doesn’t matter. If you fancy racing to your heart’s
content, you have come to the right spot. The circuit meets the strictest safety standards so that everybody over 1m25 tall can kart
safely. If desired, you can combine your karting session with a delicious meal and/or an original peripheral activity. Karting Genk offers
a number of interesting group formulas. Like ‘Kart after work’, for instance, where you challenge your colleagues and immediately
forget any work-related stress. During the ‘100 Miles’ you don’t drive on your own but in group and on the long circuit. You compose
your own team(s), take part in the official awards ceremony and enjoy a delicious BBQ afterwards. Fun guaranteed!
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.kartinggenk.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)89 65 81 82
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TURKISH MOSQUE IN SLEDDERLO
Immerse yourself in another culture with a visit to the Turkish mosque in Sledderlo. The mosque is named after Turkish poet and
philosopher Yunus Emre and accommodates approximately one thousand worshippers. You can start your day with a typical Turkish
breakfast (optional), after which you take off your shoes to enter the vast prayer area: 1 200 square metres of colourful fitted carpet,
a serene and recognisable architecture, an impressive pulpit, elegant and mysterious Arabian writings, ...
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 50 people
€ 3 per person – lump sum: € 60 (groups < 20 people)
€ 1.5 per person (schools and youth groups) – lump sum: € 30 (groups < 20 people)
- The mosque also offers a number of options
to have a meal and/or a refreshment.
For more information: www.visitgenk.be
- Guided tours in other languages are only
local guide
two free admissions – schools and youth groups: free admission for all supervising adults
possible with a city guide.
1 hour
Cost: € 65 per guide.
full access
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BOKRIJK
NEVER THE SAME TWICE
READY TO BE INSPIRED BY HISTORY?
BOKRIJK OFFERS A MODERN VIEW OF LIFE
IN THE PAST.
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Bokrijk is generally known as the ideal place for a trip back
in time. A visit to the Open-Air Museum with its dozens of
historical houses is like a walk through centuries past.
‘The Sixties’ brings the stories and events from the 1960s back
to life in lifelike settings: from living room to cinema, from
hairdresser’s salon to electronics store.
and/or tailor and set out to make a contemporary product.
Obviously, Bokrijk is also the place to be for a long walk or
bicycle ride through the forests, along the lakes, through the
pastures …
… or for an afternoon of horseplay in the huge playground.
Under the title Branded by Bokrijk (BKRK), the museum collects
expertise, research and activities which do not only revitalise
traditional crafts, but also give craftsmanship a modern twist.
During thematic walks and workshops, craftsmen and
designers teach you some tricks of the trade of beekeeper,
blacksmith, tanner, baker, cabinetmaker, carpenter, potter
MORE INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS:
www.bokrijk.be
[email protected]
T +32 (0)11 26 53 00
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CUSTOMISED
PROGRAMME
WE WILL GLADLY PREPARE A CUSTOMISED
PROGRAMME!
In lack of inspiration? Below you will find some ready-made programmes to discover Genk. But of course, you can also
prepare your own programme! Our employees will gladly assist you (see p 62).
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MULTICULTURAL HERITAGE PROGRAMME
9 am: start with a Turkish breakfast at the mosque in Sledderlo
10 am: guided tour of the mosque
11.15 am: visit to the Ukrainian catholic church
12.30 pm: lunch break
2.30 pm: exploratory tour of the Energy Building
4 pm: end of the programme
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
minimum 20 - maximum 50 people
€ 16 per person
€ 13 per person (schools and youth groups)
€ 227.50 - maximum 25 people per guide
full access
- If the group consists of more than 26 people, an extra guide will
be booked for the exploratory tour of the Energy Building.
Cost: € 65 per guide.
- A city guide accompanies the group throughout the programme.
PROGRAMME GENK’S ARCHITECTURAL GEMS
9.30 am: reception with coffee and cake at C-mine
10 am: short visit to the C-mine site
10.30 am: start of the tour
12.30 am: lunch break in the city centre
2.30 pm: condensed architecture walk in the city centre
3.30 pm: continuation of the tour to Kattevennen
4 pm: farewell drink or end of the programme
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 50 people
€ 227.50
full access
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- The coffee, cake and farewell drink are for you to take care of.
We will gladly make some suggestions.
- A city guide accompanies the group throughout the programme.
PROGRAMME THE PIT, PAST AND PRESENT
9.30 am: reception with coffee at the Mine Depot
10 am: visit to the Mine Depot
12 noon: lunch break
2 pm: exploratory tour of the Energy Building
3.30 pm: farewell drink or end of the programme
PRACTICAL INFORMATION:
maximum 50 people
€ 6.50 per person (adults)
€ 130 – maximum 25 people per guide
full access
- The farewell drink is for you to take care of. We will gladly make
some suggestions.
- A city guide accompanies the group throughout the programme.
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Make a selection from Visit Genk’s wide offer and book online at www.visitgenk.be
All information needs to be entered clearly and completely in order to ensure prompt and efficient handling of your
file. For a correct price calculation you also have to indicate the type of group in the Comments field. You can choose
between: company, school or youth group (-12 years / 12-18 years/ +18 years), senior citizen group, socio-cultural
association, family members, group of friends, sports club or government institution.
Visit Genk needs to receive your request at least 15 working days before the planned visit.
Transport is to be arranged by you.
Your booking only becomes final upon receipt of a confirmation with a file number.
Visit Genk charges a € 10 administrative fee for each file started.
Changes to your file are only accepted if submitted in writing. Changes are possible up to 7 days before the visit.
You will receive your vouchers for participation in the activities by email 7 days before the visit. After receipt of the
vouchers it is no longer possible to make changes to the number of participants.
Payment: payment is to be made upon receipt of an invoice, unless stated otherwise in the confirmation. Visit Genk
issues invoices on the basis of the numbers indicated on the vouchers. Additional participants have to pay in situ.
Admission is not free for supervising adults unless indicated otherwise (see ).
Read the general terms and conditions carefully at www.visitgenk.be
GENERAL INFORMATION AND PRICE REQUESTS
Need some help to prepare a customised one-day visit to Genk?
Don’t hesitate and contact us. We will gladly provide assistance.
VISIT GENK:
C-Mine 10 bus 2, 3600 Genk
T +32 (0)89 65 44 90
F +32 (0)89 65 44 89
E [email protected]
W www.visitgenk.be
OPENING HOURS:
Monday from 1 pm to 5 pm
Tuesday to Sunday and on public holidays from 10 am to 5 pm
Closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
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