Eliot's Travels

The horses get a short break at the Begijnhof for food and water, which gave us an opportunity to step inside this lovely gate for a look. There are lovely canals outside the courtyard with several beautiful swans. Miles was really taken by the birds. Both Eliot and Miles look on as the swans look for food.

This Begijnhof dates from the 13th century and was traditionally home to the Beguines. This town within a town is home to some 50 single women. It has a beautiful central tree-lined square and whitewashed houses. The boys pose in front of the church.

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