The best city hikes and walks around Heidebos

The war memorial of Stekene is a protected monument. It is therefore quite imposing. It consists of a tall bluestone column with a statue of an angel at the top. On the front of the column is "To our fallen soldiers", the names of the victims are on the sides. At the top of the column, a draped flag with the motto "Freedom or Death" can be seen, and on the left side is the coat of arms of Stekene. Initially, it stood in the middle of the market square of Stekene. In 1937, the monument was moved to its current location, in the small park in front of the town hall. It was restored in 2013. Source: d'Euzie

The Stekene town hall is a Neo-Gothic building from 1882-1883, designed by architect Edmond de Perre Montigny. It has been a protected monument since 1995. In 2000 it was restored. Characteristic of this building are the "Brugse traveeën", the pointed arch niches that extend over more than one storey. In 1994, a new wing was added along Stadionstraat. Source: information board on site

On the pump it reads: "Erected in 1873 in memory of the opening of the street to Koewacht in 1861. Mayor B. Thuijsbaert. Aldermen: V. Demunter, A. Vaneecke. Secretary: L. Thuijsbaert."

Around 1200, there would already have been a church here in Stekene. Around 1220, a new church was built, probably Romanesque, for 1500 believers. In 1548, the church was enlarged with three choirs and two transepts, accommodating approximately 2350 believers. Over the centuries, many changes and renovations were carried out. In 1897 and 1898, the church underwent a thorough renovation, an extension, and a restoration. The church was also extended by 9 meters. The architect was Julius Goethals. In 1986 and 1987, a portion of the roofs was repaired; in 1998, the windows and facades followed. In 2017-2018, the tower received a completely new spire. From 2022 to 2024, the roofs were thoroughly restored. Source: herita.be

Dressing up as a devout pilgrim with the promise of undertaking a penance tour is the ultimate (fox) trick that Reynaert pulls in the famous epic. He has only just left King Noble's Court, where he made confessions and expressed remorse, but he is already continuing his atrocities. No devotion, no penance.

Opened on October 1, 2012, the Brug Ter Beuken provides a safe and green connection to the city center. It has since become a fixed landmark in the landscape: the beautiful red cycle and footbridge that spans the Durme at the end of Vijgenstraat. The bridge is 21m long. Source: axiradio.be

From March 20, 2026, to January 3, 2027, the Lokeren City Museum will host the exhibition "Gebeiteld" (Chiseled), dedicated to the work of the Lokerse sculptor Roger Bracke (1913-1993), who, besides this "Girl by the Water", also created the Peace Monument in front of the station. Source: lokeren.be

The former post office building on the corner of Durmelaan and Markt dates from 1906 and is therefore 120 years old. In early 2019, it was purchased by the city. The appearance of this building is very significant: it is, after all, one of the four landmarks present on each corner of the Markt, namely the town hall, the Saint Lawrence Church, the city museum, and thus the post office building. The fact that it is a protected monument and part of the protected cityscape makes it not obvious for a private developer to find a suitable destination, but the city council did see opportunities here. The building has stood empty in recent years, but - after the first essential repairs to the roof (2020) - the city began thorough renovation works in 2023 (obviously without changing anything to the facade). Both the Tourism and Events department and the City Archives will find accommodation here. In addition to these two departments, the former post office building also provides space for the municipal council, ceremonial occasions, and meetings. Source: lokeren.be