Culture, nature and historic buildings
The Surroundings
The Beerze Brewery Hotel has a long and rich history. For centuries the brewery has been located at the village square. According to statements, the brewery was already active long before 1716. Nowadays, the buildings have been restored and are protected by municipal heritage.
Vessem is also known for its historical sights. For example, the saint Lambertus Church with paintings by Jos Lommen, a pupil of Pierre Cuypers, dates from 1882. Furthermore, the historic corn mill, Jacobus, is the largest of its kind in the Netherlands. All sights are located in the core of Vessem and can be visited with a short walk through the village.
Vessem is located in the Kempen region, Southeast Brabant. A region rich in history such as gnome king Kyrië and roman settlements. The Kempen nature is characterized by beautiful forest and nature areas. The large and small lake, the Cartier Heide of approximately 172 hectares and The Landschotse Heide, a nature reserve of 239 hectares, are located in the immediate surroundings of the hotel.
Landschotse Heide
The Landschotse Heide is characterized by the number of large lakes that provide a safe home for waterfowl and waders. In this beautiful area you can enjoy a lovely walk and enjoy the varied nature. Unfortunately, this area has not always been so peaceful: during the Second World War, the German army trained here how to bomb ships. You can still see this in certain places there are still some remainings.
Restaurant Promessa
For a more culinar dinner, appreciated with a BiB Gourmand, we would recommend restaurant Promessa, on the monumental market in Eersel (7,8km). ‘Food is art’ is their believe. You can taste that on the plates and experience it during a night out. We highly recommend this restaurant especially during the hunting season as this is their experience.
Address: Markt 3, 5521 AJ Eersel (7-8 minutes drive).
Open Tuesday to Saturday from 17:30.
Gnome path – For the little adventurers
Did you know that gnomes live in the area? Everywhere you can find gnome traces, little gnome footprints, red gnome hats and occasionally some gnome poop. Go find it quickly and walk the gnome path. At the reception of recreation park TerSpegelt you will find a bag filled with some goodies. While wearing a nice pointed red gnome hat, you and your parents walk a route of 500 to 1500 meters. Along the way you can listen to a story from the gnome book and do real gnome assignments. Afterwards you will get a nice gnome surprise.
The Culture Farm
At the Culture Farm multiple art and cultural activities take place. From poetry and music to exhibitions and cabaret.
Cartierheide
The Cartierheide owes its name to the formar owner, Baron Emile de Cartier de Marchienne. The Baron used the moorland for hunting, protecting the area from clearing. Here you can endlessly enjoy the silence, variation in landscape and the various special animal species such as the smooth snake, blue-winged grasshopper, small mother-of-pearl butterfly, viviparous lizard, pinniped salamander, tree falcon and black woodpecker. Cartierheide is not only perfect for walking and hiking, you will also find many cycling, mountain biking and horse riding tracks.
Walk the ancient pilgrim path
The famous pelfrimage route to Santiago de Compostela crosses Vessem. That is why the historic Jacobushoeve and meeting and hostel Kafarnaüm are located here. Via the buttom you will find out more about the route crossing Vessem.
