Voted “France’s Favorite Village” in 2018, Cassel charms visitors with its Flemish character and authentic atmosphere.
Discover a rich local culture through its estaminets, where you can enjoy traditional dishes like Flemish carbonade or potjevleesch, all paired with a refreshing craft beer.
A must-visit: Mount Cassel, offering breathtaking views over the plain, and the Museum of Flanders, for a deep dive into regional art and history.
Cassel is a gourmet and cultural getaway in the heart of Flanders.
TO VISIT
Musée de Flandre
A place dedicated to Flemish art, housed in a magnificent 16th-century building.
Address: 26 Grand’ Place, 59670 Cassel.
Musée de la vie rurale
It introduces new generations to farm activities, village life, and early 20th-century home setups. The Museum of Rural Life is the perfect place for family outings. In a fun and educational setting, the elders pass on their knowledge to the younger ones. Nothing is missing: agricultural machines, homes, craftsmen, shops, and the school…
Address: 49 Rue du Musée, 59181 Steenwerck.
Le blockhaus d’Eperlecques
For World War II history enthusiasts, this site is a must-visit.
Address: Rue des Sarts, 62910 Éperlecques.
TO SEE
Moulin de Cassel
It overlooks Flanders and offers you a view of heritage from the past.
Nearby, you will find orientation tables.
Le village de Terdeghem
It’s not France’s favorite village, but its 5th place finish is almost a victory. Terdeghem, a little-known village in Nord-Pas-de-Calais, between Hazebrouck and Cassel, can be proud to have proudly represented the region.
Bruges
The Venice of the North,” located in Belgium, 1 hour and 20 minutes from Cassel, is distinguished by its canals, cobbled streets, and medieval buildings.
WHERE TO EAT ?
La terrasse des géants
Run by Miguel Meirland, it’s a tea and ice cream parlor as well as a brasserie that will delight food lovers.
Address: 35 Grand’ Place, 59670 Cassel.
La taverne flamande
Specialties of Flemish cuisine.
Address: 34 Grand’ Place, 59670 Cassel.
Le Sauvage
Traditional cuisine featuring local products from the region.
Address: 38 Grand’ Place, 59670 Cassel.
Restaurant Haut Bonheur de la table
1 Michelin star in 2017.
Address: 18 Grand’ Place, 59670 Cassel.
AROUND
L’auberge du Noord meulen
Regional specialties served in a friendly setting. Numerous Flemish games.
Address: Route de Wormhout, 59114 Steenvoorde.
Non-exhaustive list; on the square you will also find “Bij t’kleintje – Chez la P’tite,” “Fenêtre sur Cour,” “La Table du Meunier,” the estaminet “Kerelshof,” “À l’Hôtel de Ville,” “Le Foch,” and more…