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'Le Klockhuis d’Eecke' is a rare wooden bell tower next to the Saint-Wulmar church. This tower houses two bells that used to announce church services, village events and the emergency signal. Together with the one in Hardifort, this is the last of its kind in French Flanders, a unique stop for those who love heritage.

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This castle was the seat of the lordship of Flêtre. The Van Vleteren family ruled here, succeeded in 1364 by the Van Houtte family. Between 1364 and 1380, Jan van Houtte had a fortified castle built. It was equipped with a wooden gallery between the castle and the freestanding tower, from which the soldiers could hurl projectiles at the besiegers. Later, as military technology advanced, these were replaced by machicolations. In 1532, the lordship passed through marriage to the Wignacourt family. In 1656, Flêtre, under Jacob van Wignacourt, was elevated to a county. The last Count of Flêtre, Balthasar-Philippe de Wignacourt, died in poverty in 1810. During the French Revolution, the castle was expropriated and largely demolished to reuse the building materials. However, the keep was so massive that demolition was decided against. In the early 19th century, the estate was purchased by an industrialist, who built a house on the site of the demolished castle and converted the keep into a reception hall, with Louis XV-style wall paneling. Later, the estate was purchased by Edmond Vanuxem, a brewer in Ardres. He commissioned the construction of the current brick castle, completed in 1872. After the First World War, the moats were filled in. https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kasteel_van_Wignacourt

The ponds of the 4 sons of Aymon offer a pleasant natural setting for fishing and walking. Surrounded by greenery, they are a place of relaxation appreciated by nature lovers.

Eecke is a typical Flemish village, with its brick houses. Here you will find the local cheese dairy, known for its regional specialties, as well as the Klockhuis, an old belfry that is part of the village's heritage. A cozy tavern allows you to stop and enjoy a beer or a typical dish.

"Col" is a big word for a hill that is no higher than 109m. The point is therefore mainly known as the approach to the Catsberg, with its 164m not exactly a "peak", but the abbey on the top can be seen from far away and gives the Catsberg a shine that also radiates on the Col de Berthen.

A beautiful land art intervention has been made in the remains of an old sand quarry (between Godewaersvelde and the Katsberg): two hollow spherical structures made of willow wicker provide access to a pool. It can be done via stairs... but it is more fun with the climbing rope. Definitely worth making a short detour for this.

And just opposite, at the bottom of the Chemin du "Moulin à Huile" there is the "Garonde Maison d'Hôtes", labeled "Accueil Vélo" for a good night's rest after a good ride! www.lagaronde.com ;)