Cycling along the Yser between the French border and Diksmuide

Follow the banks of the Yser, the only river in Belgium that flows into the Belgian Sea. The total length of the water mass making its way to the coast is 78 kilometers. The water can be fierce, but also mysterious and soothing. Cycling along the banks, looking out over the gigantic body of water, this ancient force of nature will unleash something in many a tourist. Following the water, you cycle to'boterstad\\\' Diksmuide. For centuries, a thriving dairy trade was one of Diksmuide's most important pillars of prosperity and the municipality mainly has an agricultural character. Diksmuide only really gained fame during their strategic contribution during the First World War. Diksmuide fought hard in the Battle of the Yser. A notorious trench complex is the Trench of Death, which was one of the most dangerous positions of the Belgian army. The Yser Tower, which was built after the war, first houses the fallen Flemish soldiers and serves as a peace monument.