Cycling
Cycling is something of a national sport in Belgium , and the distances and flat terrain make it a fairly effortless way of getting around. You have to be selective, however; cycling in most big cities and on the majority of trunk roads - where cycle lanes are unusual - is precarious. Once you've reached the countryside, though, there are dozens of clearly signposted cycle routes to follow. Fortunately, you can rent a bike from around 30 train stations during the summer. Rates are economical: reckon on ?8.50 a day, though note that some train excursion tickets include the cost of bike rental . Non-Belgians have to stump up a refundable deposit of ?12.50. For a list of train stations offering this service, get a copy of Belgian Railways' Train & Velo (Trein & Fiets) leaflet. It is possible to take your bike on the train for about ?4.50 per journey.
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