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Mesen (also called Messines) is the smallest city in Belgium with only about 1075 inhabitants. Mesen has a rich history dating back to Roman times and played an important role in medieval trade, especially in the cloth and leather industry . The town is best known for the Battle of Mesen during the First World War, where it was a strategic location . Today, Mesen is home to several monuments and memorials, such as the New Zealand Division Memorial and the Irish Peace Tower, which commemorate the history and sacrifices of the soldiers during the war .

An interesting anecdote concerns the explosion of one of the mines on 17 July 1955 by lightning. This mine had not been detonated during the war and was still underground. The explosion created a new crater and reminded the local population of the lasting impact of the war.

The Spanbroekmolen crater, also known as the Pool of Peace, is an impressive mine crater in Wijtschate. This crater was formed on June 7, 1917, during the Second Battle of Messines, when British troops detonated 19 underground mines. The explosion created a crater 27 meters deep and 129 meters in diameter. After nearly 100 years of erosion, the crater is now a peaceful pool 12 meters deep and 76 meters in diameter.

The castle was built in 1925 by order of Jacques Bruneel de la Warande, mayor of Kemmel. Previously there was a castle, which was destroyed in 1918 during the First World War. Architects were Henri Carbon and Charles Pil. After the castle served as a holiday home for a while, it was put into use as the town hall of Heuvelland in 1979. https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kasteel_De_Warande

A walking path around it stimulates the observation of the surroundings. Due to the high location (76m) one has a good view. It gives an idea of the view that the Germans had over the battlefield. Various landmarks make the spatial filling of the front landscape interpretable: the position of the Pool of Peace shows the advanced German positions, the first 130m on the other side of the Kruisstraat formed the no man's land. (Inventory of Immovable Heritage)

Mesen, the smallest city in Belgium. Ever heard of Mesen? No? Shame! For those who are still looking for a nice staycation, we can warmly recommend Mesen. You have to travel all the way to the remote corner of a beautiful part of Westhoek. But once there, you end up in the smallest city in Belgium. Mesen may only be the size of a handkerchief, but there is so much to experience. The history goes back far into the Middle Ages. The Great War had horrific episodes here. Pressed against the Heuvelland witness hills and a piece of Wallonia, you can get lost in the beauty of mother nature. You come here for small moments of happiness and to listen to the shimmering silence. More information at https://www.wandelwandel.be/mesen-de-kleinste-stad-van-belgie/

UNDERSTOOD RESTING PLACE Worth a visit out of respect for the more than 5000 French fallen. They have fought against the usurper. At the entrance to the hilltop, look and you will see the Angel looking down and watches over the peace of mind of the many young fallen soldiers. Yet another place to reflect. Information boards at the entrance provide more information.

Pleasant little town to ride