Join De 'Warmste Week' in Bruges and help fight loneliness!

From December 18 to 24, 2024, 't Zand in Bruges will once again be the beating heart of solidarity during De Warmste Week (The Warmest Week). This year, the event focuses on the fight against loneliness, a theme that touches – or should touch – us all. Did you know that one in two people in Flanders feels lonely at times? To bring those troubling statistics down, there’s work to be done – and funds are needed to drive societal change and support structural initiatives. The proceeds from De Warmste Week will go to 276 projects across Flanders, tackling loneliness in creative and meaningful ways.

Non-stop heartwarming radio and connection
It’s not just about those projects; the event itself is an invaluable way to bring people together and flood us with a wave of unity. For seven days, heartwarming radio and TV will be broadcast live from The Warmest House, where five presenters – Fien Germijns, Sander Gillis, Kawtar Ehlalouch, Joris Brys, and Maureen Vanherberghen – will be on hand day and night to inspire us with touching stories and, of course, the best songs. You can even request your favorite tune: in exchange for a generous donation, your request will be played live on air. But there’s more. For extra musical enjoyment, there will be live performances on the roof of The Warmest House. A few highlights from the impressive lineup: Portland, Pommelien Thijs, Natalia, Kids with Buns, Regi & Linda, Franz Ferdinand, Bart Peeters, Oscar & The Wolf, and more.

Hostel Europa & Herdersbrug: Your home during De Warmste Week
Want to experience the warmth of the event up close and need a cozy place to stay? Hostel Europa in Bruges offers comfortable rooms just a stone’s throw from 't Zand. Enjoy a relaxing stay and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of De Warmste Week and the lead-up to Christmas. In magical Bruges, that’s an experience in itself – don’t miss Winter Glow, the enchanting light trail in the city center.
A few kilometers further, you can stay at Hostel Herdersbrug in Dudzele. Want to soak up some vitamin Sea before heading home? The coast is close by, with Blankenberge and Knokke easily accessible by car or public transport.

Join us and make a difference
Fighting loneliness is a challenge we tackle together. Let’s all stand united against loneliness! It’s a tough mission, but with the passion and energy that Hi Flanders embodies, we can do it. Bringing people together is one of our core goals, woven into our identity. So: be the change, visit De Warmste Week, enjoy the music and the togetherness, share your warmth, and support countless initiatives against loneliness.

Make it an unforgettable week, a sparkling end of the year, and a bright new beginning in 2025!