Discover the oldest youth accommodation in Flanders, located in Sint-Joris-Weert. De Kluis is centrally located in Belgium and easily accessible, yet fully surrounded by peaceful, immersive nature—making it the perfect venue for this gathering. Whether you’re looking for the comfort of indoor lodging or the adventure of sleeping under the stars, De Kluis offers the ideal balance between nature and convenience.

If you can, we kindly encourage you to use public transport or carpooling, as parking space is limited. However, if you do choose to come by car, please set your GPS to “De Kluis 1, 3051 Sint-Joris-Weert”. For a smoother arrival, you can also enter “Polderstraat” in your GPS. At the end of this street, you will find the parking lot.

The Main Lodge

Looking for comfort without missing out on nature? The main lodge offers cozy indoor accommodation in shared rooms for 4, 6, 8, or 10 people.  It includes shared common areas and sanitary facilities—all conveniently located on the same floor. The lodge is perfect for those who want the ease and comfort of indoor accommodation while still being immersed in a natural setting. Surrounded by nature, yet sheltered and warm—this is the perfect place to rest and recharge after a full day of GATE activities.

Tent Area

Prefer sleeping under the stars? The tent field is there for those who crave a more adventurous experience. Set up your own tent and enjoy the fresh air, with access to nearby toilets and showers to keep things comfortable. It’s a great option for those who love the outdoors but still want essential facilities close by.

How to Get There from Brussels Airport

There are several ways to travel from Brussels Airport (Zaventem) to De Kluis:

🚆 By Train

• From Brussels Airport, take a train to Leuven (±15 minutes).
• Transfer to a local train from Leuven to Sint-Joris-Weert (±10 minutes).
• From Sint-Joris-Weert station, it’s about a 2 km walk through nature to reach De Kluis.

🚌 By Bus

• Take bus line 79 from Leuven Station (Platform 14) to Sint-Joris-Weert Station (±30 minutes).
• Walk the final 2 km to the venue.

Coming from the station, turn right. At the level crossing, turn right again, and take the first street (Molenstraat) on the right. Follow this street until you reach Polderstraat on your left. Turn left here, and then it’s straight ahead.

🚲 By Bike

Leuven is a bike-friendly city with multiple rental options. From Leuven station, it’s a 9 km scenic ride through the forest to De Kluis.

Bike rental options in Leuven:

• Fietspunt Leuven Station – Convenient daily bike rentals right at the train station.
• Blue-bike – Self-service shared bikes available at Leuven station (membership required).

For up-to-date schedules and rental details, check:

• Belgian Rail (SNCB/NMBS)
• De Lijn (buses)
• Blue-bike

Visit Leuven – Bike rental info